DABF 2026 Programming: The Alchemy of Research-Creation
Sunday, March 22, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
161 Glass St. Dallas
Free Admission

Join us for an interactive presentation of the new book The Alchemy of Research-Creation: On Pataphysical Experimentation, Dark Infrastructures, and Antifascist Studio Practices by Dr. Tyson E. Lewis and Peter Hyland. Dr. Lewis will give a short presentation on the connections between ancient alchemy and contemporary practices at the intersection of art and science before leading a collective experiment that will bring the book to life, transforming the museum space into an alchemical studio. The activity will involve both creative writing and drawing with an alchemical kit provided by the facilitators.

Thanks to the support of the Eugene McDermott Foundation, Dallas Contemporary will continue to offer free admission through 2026. Dallas Contemporary is also supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.