Jean–Honoré Fragonard (French, 1732–1806), Happy Lovers, c. 1751–1755, oil on canvas. (Photo – The Norton Simon Foundation)
Pasadena’s own Norton Simon Museum is lifting up art as a natural part of Valentine’s week.
By Melanie Hooks
Included with the price of Thursday’s admission comes an optional hour-long “Mindful Look” at their iconic 18th century painting Happy Lovers, c. 1751-55 by Jean–Honoré Fragonard.
Museum Education and Public Programs Manager Samantha Cruz leads a small group (15 person max.) in a closer look at the work from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm. Sign up happens at museum opening (12:00 pm) on a first-come, first-served basis.
After all, a central component of romance has long been portraiture and idyllic scenes like the one depicted. Buy your tickets onsite or ahead of time at the Norton Simon website.
Other tours included with admission this month:
- Friday, Feb. 12, 1:00 pm – Gold: Enduring Power, Sacred Craft: an in-depth look at the exhibit of same name
- Saturday, Feb. 21: 1:00 pm – The Language of Paint: closely examine museum Masters for range of technique
- Saturday, Feb 28: 1:00 pm – Art of South and Southeast Asia: Examine intricate works from India, Cambodia, Vietnam & more.
A Mindful Look at “Happy Lovers”
Thursday, February 13, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location
Norton Simon Museum
411 West Colorado Boulevard
Pasadena, CA 91105
Free with museum admission. Sign-up is first come-first served at museum opening (12:00 pm).
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