Celebrate the sacred and secular during special Murillo exhibit at Fort Worth’s Kimbell

The divine crosses paths with the world as the Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth presents “Murillo: From Heaven to Earth,” now on display through Jan. 29.

The exhibit showcases the works of Spanish Golden Age painter Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (1617-1682), who is largely known for his representations of Christ and other biblical scenes.

But “Heaven to Earth” focuses on his depictions of secular subjects and everyday life in 17th century Seville. Ordinary people, including beggars, flower girls and street urchins, are displayed as Murillo’s main characters.

This landmark exhibition, billed as the largest collection of Murillo’s artwork in the United States in 20 years, features 50 paintings drawn from the Musée du Louvre, the National Gallery of Art, the Hispanic Society and more.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for seniors over 60, $16 for students with an ID and $14 for children ages 6-11 and free for kids under 6. Kimbell members gain free entry.

Half-price admission to special exhibitions at the Kimbell are offered Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Fridays from 5-8 p.m. Half-price tickets are not available online and must be purchased at the Piano Pavilion Box Office.

To buy tickets and for more information, go to kimbellart.org.

Tannahill’s music hall opens in Stockyards

The music scene and crowds in the always rollicking Fort Worth Stockyards promise to get even livelier as Tannahill’s Music & Tavern Hall opens its doors Saturday, Oct. 1 in Mule Alley.

Southern country band Muscadine Bloodline will take the stage as the first featured performer in the new 1,000-seat venue.

Tannahill’s is a partnership between California-based Live Nation and local chef Tim Love, who already runs a number of nearby establishments in the Stockyards including White Elephant Saloon, Lonesome Dove Western Bistro, the recently opened Caterina’s and others.

The two-story music hall, along the west side of Mule Alley, will feature three VIP suites and a full catering kitchen. The main floor will include a stage, restaurant and retail shop, with suites and more bars on an upper level. Fresh handmade pizza by the slice will also be offered.

Other upcoming shows include Bone Thugs-N-Harmony on Oct. 5, veteran Austin blues band Arc Angels on Oct. 7 and Texas blues legend Jimmie Vaughan on Oct. 9.

Marcia Ball, Trombone Shorty, Joshua Ray Walker, Asleep at the Wheel and many others have already booked shows in the coming months.

For tickets and more information, go to tannahills.com.

Election Day could be holiday for FWISD students

Students in the Fort Worth school district and others in the city might have an easier time getting to the polls for Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8.

Fort Worth ISD is considering a proposal to give students a holiday. Trustees are expected to vote on the item at the next board meeting Tuesday, Sept. 27.

The school district would be following the model of others in North Texas and around the state, including Keller, Dallas, Garland and Brownsville.

Many schools in the Fort Worth district serve as polling locations. A student holiday would increase safety, ease congestion at schools and make it easier for others to park and cast ballots.

Also, eligible students would have more time to vote on Election Day.

Teachers and staff would still be required to work as Nov. 8 would become a professional development day.

The last day to register to vote for the upcoming election is Oct. 11. Early voting in Tarrant County begins Oct. 24 and continues through Nov. 4.

Tuesday’s board meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Teaching & Learning Center, 1050 Bridgewood Drive.