Ready to say bonjour to artistic brilliance? The new "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950" exhibition at the Columbia Museum of Art is a magnifique journey through a century of trailblazing talent.

Earlier this month, we attended the preview party and had an amazing time during this French-themed cocktail hour. With bites from City Grit and live music by Flat Out Strangers, it was a night at the museum to remember.

Now through Sunday, Jan. 5, you're invited to visit the museum to see this collection of 50+ stunning works by artistic icons, like:

Monet
Matisse
Degas
Cézanne

You can see for yourself how each piece paints an unforgettable picture of how art evolved from delicate realism to eye-popping abstraction, with each brushstroke telling a story of breaking boundaries and daring to see the world differently.

Things to know if you go:

Experience: "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950"
Price: Museum Members: Free; Adults: $15; Adults 65+: $13; Military: $13; College Students: $10; Youth (7-18): $10; Children (6 and under): Free
Website: https://www.columbiamuseum.org/
Address: 1515 Main St., Columbia
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Preview the exhibition