June 14 – October 5, 2025

Frida Kahlo: PIcturing an Icon is a deep, thought provoking, and emotionally resonant exploration of the life of one of the 20th century’s most iconic artists. Through more than 100 vintage photographs selected from her private albums, Frida Kahlo: Picturing an Icon allows us to see Kahlo through the eyes of friends and family, and introduces us to her complex, enthralling, and often heartbreaking life. It’s a story of tenacity, creativity, passion, and politics—full of iconic imagery and friendships and alliances with global impact. (Learn more through our ongoing exhibition blog with links below.)

Here’s what visitors are saying:

The exhibit was such an interesting and unique peek into the life of Frida.
Thanks to all who made it happen!
            Jennifer H., Facebook 

Such a beautiful exhibit. Thank you for sharing it with us.
            Krystalle M., Facebook 

Bravo WCMFA!
Laura A., Facebook 

This is a wonderful collection…a story about life in the midst of seemingly insurmountable challenges.
Karen M., Facebook 

Marvelous exhibition.
Josephine I., Facebook 

I loved this exhibit–one visit was not enough.
Kim T., Facebook comment

Admission to the exhibition is free. Private tours may be scheduled by calling the museum at 301-739-5727, or email educator@wcmfa.org to check availability. Private tours cost $5/person, with a minimum fee of $25, if your group is less than five people. Scheduling tours is dependent on availability of staff and open tour times.

Organized by Vicente Wolf Associates from Vicente Wolf’s collection. This installation was researched, designed, and prepared by the team at WCMFA.

Major funding has been provided by Nora & Bruce Wilder, and the Hagerstown & Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Ongoing Exhibition Blog

Blogspot: Art in the Time of Kahlo

Blogspot: Monkey Business!

Blogspot: What We Made Was Space

Blogspot: The Politics of Being Seen

Blogspot: Frida Kahlo – An Unlikely Saint

Blogspot: Behind the Lens – A Love Affair with Color

Blogspot: The Quiet Conversations of Old Photographs

This exhibition is organized by Vicente Wolf Associates from Vicente Wolf’s collection. Major funding has been provided by Nora & Bruce Wilder, and the Hagerstown & Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureau.