ART CRIMES: Masterpieces, Mysteries & Million-Dollar Scandals - Part II — Vanished: The World’s Greatest Art Heists & the Search for Stolen Masterpieces

Art theft is the ultimate crime of opportunity, where masterpieces can disappear from museums, private collections, churches and galleries in the blink of an eye. From audacious museum heists to paintings held hostage for ransom, this lecture follows some of history’s most notorious art thefts and the extraordinary investigations that followed. We’ll explore the motives behind these crimes, the shadowy underworld of the stolen-art market and the remarkable—and sometimes bizarre—stories of masterpieces that vanished without a trace. Registration required - get your Zoom link here.

Last updated October 19, 2026