Nayland Blake, Ruins of a Sensibility, c. 1972–2002. Records, electronic equipment, plywood Dimensions variable. Courtesy the artist and Matthew Marks Gallery
40th Celebration – Special Reception with Creative Direction by Nayland Blake
April 11, 2026
Join exhibition artists past and present, along with the extended List Center family, for a special celebration with creative direction by artist Nayland Blake.
This capstone reception will feature food, drinks, and décor selected by Blake—setting the stage for a lively, community-wide gathering.
Food and beverages will be provided from Momma's Grocery + Wine in collaboration with artist Nayland Blake.
This event is part of the List Center's 40th Anniversary Celebration. Please join us as we reflect on four decades of experimental practice, bold artistic inquiry, and groundbreaking exhibitions and public art at MIT. See below for the full schedule of events:
Friday, April 10, 2026
7:00 PM – Opening Reception for Performing Conditions
Saturday, April 11, 2026
1:00 PM – Performance – Gordon Hall: 1–2 pm
2:00 PM – Intermission with Spotlight Talks in the galleries
3:00 PM – Performance – Autumn Knight: M _ _ _ ER
4:30 PM – Special Reception with creative direction by Nayland Blake with music by Stealth Mode
Please note: registration is required and space for performances is limited. Guests will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis and are welcome to join for individual performances or the entire celebration.
