Cur-ATE: Trail of Alexander the Great

Tuesday, March 12, 2013 | 6:30 pm

Trace the trail of Alexander the Great with Maite Gomez-Rejón of ArtBites and explore the journey of a man who inspired his soldiers to march beyond the known ends of the earth. After exploring the museum's collection of objects from lands along the route from Greece to India, enjoy a progrssive meal by Ray's and Stak Bar Chef Kris Morningstar inspired by Alexander's travels. A wine menu chosen by sommelier Paul Sanguinetti will be available at an additional cost.

BP Grand Entrance | $90 LACMA members, $100 non-members | Price inlcudes tour, dinner, and parking  | Reservations required: 323 857-6010 or purchase online

Image: The Lansdowne Bust of Athena of Velletri, 2nd-century copy after a Greek original of circa 430–420 B.C. by Kresilas, William Randolph Hearst Collection