MFA Descriptive Tour on Zoom

The MFA Descriptive tour for September, The Bicycle: Opening New Roads, will take us on a trip through art, history, and popular culture as we explore how the now ubiquitous bicycle changed the status quo. The advent of the bicycle empowered many people, included opportunities for entrepreneurs, allowed more freedom of movement. especially for women, created new sports challenges, and influenced cultural trends and beliefs. How is the bicycle portrayed in art? How does this reflect social history and the role of the bicycle in society? We will explore bicycle sculptures, posters, prints, and photos from across the world, all chronicling the story of this fascinating mode of transport.