In Nazi Germany, modern art and jazz were branded “degenerate” as the regime sought to silence these powerful expressions of freedom, creativity, and cultural exchange. But these movements, once condemned, have become enduring symbols of innovation and resilience. Join Museum’s Associate Vice President for Collections and Exhibits Erin Clancey to examine how modern artists and musicians fueled resistance and defied Nazi oppression during World War II, drawing from the Museum’s latest special exhibition, Degenerate! Hitler’s War on Modern Art.

Dinner with a Curator is an evening of dinner and history hosted by The American Sector Restaurant & Bar culinary team and Museum professionals. Guests participate in discussion on a featured topic related to World War II, which is interpreted through the Museum's collection and a theme-inspired three-course dinner paired with beverage specials. Ticket sales end 48 hours prior to the start of the event.

Dinner with a Curator Menu

“Jazz, Modern Art, and the Fight for Creative Freedom in World War II”

February 24, 2026

First

Soupbone Jazz

House Jazz Soup with Apple, Sweet Potato, Rendered Andouille, Fresh Herbs

Pairing: Apple Bourbon Smash
Bourbon, Apple Cider, Lemon Juice, Honey, Thyme

Second

Beef, Cereal, Plants: A Dadaist Collage

Braised Beef Short Rib Ragu with Parmesan-Herb Polenta Cake, Sweet Peppers and Asparagus Tip Sauté, Natural Braising Jus

Pairing: Château La Grange Clinet Bordeaux

Third

Cubism: Gris Pudín de Pan

Deep Fried Chocolate Bread Pudding, Cinnamon Sugar, Orange Praline Sauce

Pairing: Espresso Martini
Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Cream, Orange Zest