Gates of Heaven

The Rothko Chapel’s Restoration Has a Long Road Ahead

The paintings damaged by Hurricane Beryl opened up critical conversations about the arts and climate change, but also inspired some touching community outreach.

01/15/2025 By Meredith Nudo

World Famous

An Exploration of Houston’s Most Important Pieces of Art

The city is home to some great artwork, but does anything here reach Mona Lisa status?

08/29/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

Living Institution

At 50, the Rothko Chapel Is as Relevant as It’s Ever Been

Christopher Rothko talks the golden anniversary celebrations, the sanctuary's future, and his father’s legacy.

02/24/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Spiritual Spaces

Welcome Back to the Rothko

The faith-inclusive chapel reopened to the public at the end of September after a 19-month restoration.

10/02/2020 By Rebekah Kibodeaux

Art News

The Rothko Chapel Is Getting a Facelift

A New York City firm is heading up renovations to the de Menils' landmark sanctuary.

11/01/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Houstonia Magazine

Mark Rothko

The Rothko Chapel’s Restoration Has a Long Road Ahead

An Exploration of Houston’s Most Important Pieces of Art

At 50, the Rothko Chapel Is as Relevant as It’s Ever Been

Welcome Back to the Rothko

The Rothko Chapel Is Getting a Facelift