inFocus Winter 2018 by Currier Museum

inFocus Winter 2018

THE SCULPTURE OF AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS HIDDEN TREASURES APPRAISAL DAY THE ART OF HOPE

Dear readers inFocus Currier Museum of Art Winter 2018 inFocus@Currier.org

Editorial Staff Vanessa De Zorzi Graphic Design and Social Media Specialist Corie Lyford Outreach Coordinator Bruce McColl Director of Art Education Karina Mitchell Manager of Adult Tours and Programs

e have just closed a marvelous exhibition of the prints of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, which was enhanced by a special celebration, Moulin Rouge at the Currier: La Fete de la Saison! and a range of public programs, including a special concert of period music in the exhibition galleries. On February 10, we open The Sculpture of Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Toulouse-Lautrec and Saint-Gaudens share certain connections, beyond their French names. They were contemporaries and both were intimately connected with society around them. While Toulouse-Lautrec was making popular prints of Parisian life, Saint-Gaudens created monumental sculptures that captured the dreams of America around 1900. Augustus Saint-Gaudens blended the images of ancient Greece and Rome with modern life. Soon after the end of the Civil War in 1865, the North began to commission monuments to celebrate their victory. Saint-Gaudens was perhaps the leading artist of this impulse, as he fashioned statues of Abraham Lincoln, General Sherman, and Colonel Shaw that tapped into classical mythology. It is easy to forget that these figures were modern heroes when the sculptures were first completed. The exhibition will remind us too that Saint-Gaudens was intently concerned with capturing real personalities – whether of his family, friends, or celebrities. And his style was widely circulated through his designs of American coins. The sculptor had a strong connection with New Hampshire as he established a studio in Cornish and eventually settled there permanently. Please join us for An Evening with Saint-Gaudens at the Currier on the evening of Friday, February 9 — a cocktail party to celebrate the opening of the exhibition. Keep warm! It’s always nice in the museum.

Sincerely, Alan Chong Director

Tricia Soule Development Manager Lynn Thomson Manager of Family and Community Engagement

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Upcoming exhibitions Intimate Keepsakes: American Portrait Miniatures, A Gift from Charles A. Gilday Opens March 17 In 2017, Charles Gilday, a noted collector and independent scholar, gave the Currier more than 25 American portrait miniatures dating from the 1770s to the 1930s. This important gift introduces this unique art form into the Currier’s strong American holdings. These delicate portraits - some measuring little more than an inch in length – are rendered in watercolor on thin slices of translucent ivory. Miniatures were often housed in gilt cases, some with plaits of the loved one’s hair. The exotic, fragile materials of miniatures enhanced their cherished associations.

Beyond Words: Book Illustrations by David M. Carroll, Tomie dePaola, and Beth Krommes June 16 to September 9, 2018 This exhibition celebrates the work of three award-winning New Hampshire book illustrators: David M. Carroll, Tomie dePaola, and Beth Krommes. Original artwork from their most popular books will be shown alongside drawings illuminating their creative process. Together with the published books, these drawings offer unique insights into how these beloved publications were produced. The exhibition explores the development of each artist’s signature style, as well as their wider art-making practice. Sponsored by The Bookery Manchester

Ethan Murrow: Hauling Opens September 15, 2018 Ethan Murrow is known for his monumental, theatrical narrative drawings. The Currier has commissioned Murrow to transform over 100 feet of gallery walls into an ambitious installation of handdrawn, panoramic murals. The exhibition will also include works on paper and a kinetic sculpture. Murrow will be working with other artists, craftspeople, historians, and Manchester citizens to help research and create his project. Hauling is inspired by the history of Manchester and the people who have lived and worked here, with an emphasis on labor, manufacturing, and the area's natural resources. The installation process will be on view to the public in the weeks leading up to the exhibition’s opening. Cover Artwork: Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Victory (reduction from Sherman Monument), bronze sculpture, image courtesy of the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site, Cornish, NH. Internal artwork: Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Bust of Abraham Lincoln, image courtesy of the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site, Cornish, NH. Marly E. Lalanne, Mrs. Samuel Whitwell (detail), watercolor on ivory, Gift of Charles A. Gilday, 2016.24.12. Beth Krommes, End papers for Swirl by Swirl: Spirals in Nature (Joyce Sidman, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt), 2011, watercolor on scratchboard transfer, courtesy of the artist. Ethan Murrow, Tenderfoot, 2017, graphite on paper, courtesy of the artist.

The Sculpture of Augustus Saint-Gaudens On view February 10 to May 20, 2018 An interview with exhibition curator Andrew Spahr

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CMA: Why look at Augustus Saint-Gaudens today? Spahr: Augustus Saint-Gaudens was the most important American sculptor of the late 19th century and early 20th century. He revolutionized American sculpture by depicting great individuals from recent history, Abraham Lincoln for instance, in heroic scale and naturalistic detail. He then placed these figures within carefully designed architectural settings that often included allegorical references. His monuments like The Standing Abraham Lincoln (1887) (fig. 1) and the Civil War hero General Sherman (1903) defined Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s response to the Civil War and helped shape a national identity. Saint-Gaudens was also the first

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American sculptor to produce monumental works in bronze rather than marble. In another innovation, his Diana (1893) was the first public sculpture to be illuminated by electric light as she balanced atop the tower on Madison Square Garden in New York. Saint-Gaudens was an art celebrity in his own time. His greatest champion was President Teddy Roosevelt who commissioned Saint-Gaudens to design new $10 and $20 gold coins. He also was the first American sculptor to achieve international acclaim by exhibiting regularly in Europe â&#x20AC;&#x201D; he won the grand prize at the Paris International Exposition of 1900.

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CMA: How is Saint-Gaudens connected to New Hampshire? Spahr: I am always fascinated by how often national and international art stories have chapters that take place in New Hampshire. During the height of his career Saint-Gaudens had studios in Paris, Rome, and New York, as well as an active studio facility in Cornish, NH. He began summering there in 1885, at the suggestion of a New York friend, and lived there year-round from 1900 until his death in 1907. Some of his most important works, like the Standing Lincoln and the Sherman Monument were developed or refined in Cornish. He encouraged other artists to come to New Hampshire and eventually the Cornish Colony included people like Maxfield Parrish. Saint-Gaudens’s home and studio are now managed by the National Park Service and are open to the public from May through October. CMA: How did the exhibition come about?

CMA: How do Saint-Gaudens’s sculptures resonate today? Spahr: He continues to be in the news. In fact, there was an article in the Wall Street Journal just a couple of weeks ago about his enigmatic Adams Memorial in Washington (1891). We’ll have the original plaster model for this masterpiece in the exhibition and visitors can decide for themselves what Henry Adams, who commissioned the piece (fig. 3) meant by his comment “Like all great artists Saint-Gaudens held up the mirror and no more.” The Shaw Memorial on the Boston Common, his most important monument, was in part an inspiration for the Civil War movie Glory (1989). The relief depicts Colonel Robert Shaw, a white Union officer and his African-American troops marching off to fight in South Carolina. It combines the monumentality and heroic scale of classical and Renaissance models with the naturalism Saint-Gaudens was known for. The uniforms and equipment are reproduced in accurate detail and Saint-Gaudens modeled the faces of the troops from over 40 men he paid to pose in his studio. It was the first public sculpture to depict heroic AfricanAmerican soldiers of the Civil War.

"Augustus SaintGaudens was the most important American sculptor of the late 19th century and early 20th century. He revolutionized American sculpture."

Spahr: The exhibition developed out of a series of conversations I had with Henry Duffy, the curator of the SaintGaudens National Historic Site. They have the largest collection of Saint-Gaudens's work. The Cornish site is a beautiful location but many people aren’t familiar with it. We wanted to showcase Saint-Gaudens’s ground-breaking art in a museum setting and in the context of the Currier collection with the work of many of his contemporaries.

By the way, we will have park service rangers at the Currier to lead tours of the exhibition. Check the Currier web site for details.

So, I think that in a time when the country is reconsidering the symbolism of its public monuments, in particular those related to the Civil War, it’s important to consider how Saint-Gaudens and his monuments to Lincoln, Sherman and Shaw fit into that public dialogue. At our ARTalk: Monuments and Contemporary Context (Sunday, March 11, 2 pm to 3:30 pm) we’ll be exploring this topic with a panel of experts.

About the Curator Andrew Spahr is the Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the Currier Museum of Art and curator of The Sculpture of Augustus Saint-Gaudens on view February 10 to May 20, 2018. Artwork credits: Saint-Gaudens with the Standing Abraham Lincoln, Victory (reduction from Sherman Monument), and The Adams Memorial. All by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Photographs courtesy of the Augustus Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site.

AUCTIONEERS

Sponsored by M. Christine Dwyer & Michael Huxtable, Hitchiner Manufacturing Company, Dorothea & David Jensen, and Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers.

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Community impact Art outreach programs

ince 2005, the Currier Museum of Art has become a creative home for many families whose children, young and adult, have disabilities. This work began with our partnership with the Plus Company Inc. whose goals are to maximize opportunities for vocational, social and financial independence, and to help integrate adults with disabilities. This program has flourished, and we now have groups of adults with developmental disabilities coming three times a year, for a total of 15 sessions to participate in art-making classes and Museum tours. In 2016, we expanded our work with this population by offering a new program to our general public: “Making Art Accessible.” This multimedia class is designed for teens and adults with cognitive challenges. Family members and caregivers are welcome to attend, making this program accessible to students with a wide range of special needs. This class meets a need in our community for young adults who, after graduating high school, no longer have access to arts enrichment activities. “There are not many educational or creative opportunities available to the disabled community thus this offering is meeting an urgent need. Art offers a wonderful platform for expressing one’s thoughts, feelings, dreams and hopes. It connects us with others.” -MAA parent In 2017, the Currier once more expanded our offerings and began partnering with Siddharth Services, Inc., a human services organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries. “Art at Siddharth” brings weekly hands-on art making classes to their day program location, where students are inspired by pieces from the Currier’s collection to create works in a variety of media. Students in these programs have found joy in looking at, discussing, and making art in a fun and relaxed social environment. These classes provide an outlet for self-expression, while also building social confidence, a sense of accomplishment, and peace of mind. We are proud of our expanded programming for teens and adults with disabilities, and look forward to providing such experiences for more students in the coming years. -Corie Lyford, Outreach Coordinator

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New Themanchester art of hope By Tricia Anderson Soule, Manager of Individual and Corporate Membership

Addressing the opioid epidemic one family at a time

Based in New York, Partnership for Drug-Free Kids is a natural resource for the Currier in developing this program to provide intimate, non-clinical parent-to-parent support to families. Partnership's impact is already felt in our community through the work of trained parent-mentors who have experience dealing with this epidemic. Based on a behavioral therapy model, Partnership trains parents in methods that support their children’s recovery through love, listening, selfcare and the use of evidence-based skills to redirect a child’s motivations toward more positive behaviors. Currier educators have developed extraordinary skills impacting and inspiring many other populations through the experience of looking at art and art-making. "We’ve witnessed the benefits that art can bring to people, families and communities, through our work with seniors with dementia, people with disabilities, immigrants and refugees, and other underserved, or at risk populations. Through "The Art of Hope" the Currier hopes to connect parents to the joys of creativity and social connection; promoting the benefits of self-care; and, sharing insights and strategies for effective family communication," said Bruce McColl, Director of Art Education. The Currier hopes to provide parents a supportive, creative and beautiful place for respite, time for reflection around great works of art, and a sense of togetherness with their spouses, partners and a larger parent community.

The program will be offered Mondays, February 5 through 26 from 6 to 8 pm. This program is free and open to the public. Walk-ins welcome. Registration not required. For more information email LThomson@Currier.org, call 603.518.4951, or visit us on the web at: Currier.org/the-art-of-hope today.

Jan de Bray, Banquet of Antony and Cleopatra, 1669, oil on canvas, 97 7/8 in. x 75 3/16 in., Museum Purchase: Currier Funds, 1969.8.

his winter the Currier Museum of Art is working with Partnership for Drug-Free Kids to launch a new and unique program to help Granite Staters impacted by the opioid crisis. The dynamic program, “The Art of Hope,” provides educational art experiences in our galleries and classrooms that support parents whose children have a substance use disorder.

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Hidden treasures Appraisal day fundraiser with Skinner Auctioneers

ather up your favorite collectibles and precious family heirlooms for the Currier Museum of Art’s Appraisal Day on Sunday, April 8 from 10 am to 3 pm. Join us for our first fundraising event of the spring as we welcome three experts from Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers to examine works of art, antiques, and jewelry. Get answers to questions you’ve always wanted to ask and find out what your items are worth, all while supporting our commitment to making the Currier New Hampshire’s museum. The proceeds from this one-of-a-kind event go directly to supporting the day to day operation of the Currier, ensuring we can continue to bring you inventive exhibitions, thoughtful public programming, fun events and, of course, world class art. Bring in up to three items and the experts will share the estimated value of each object with a verbal appraisal. Registration is limited so be sure to reserve your spot early. Members can sign up a week in advance of tickets being made available to the public on March 19. Become a member today to take advantage of this special benefit. - Tricia Soule, Development Manager

Tickets - available for purchase March 19 at Currier.org. $45 per object $120 for three objects Price includes free general admission

About the Appraisers

AUCTIONEERS

Robin S.R. Starr is Vice President of Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers and Director of American & European Works of Art. She has been with the organization for 30 years and is widely regarded as one of Skinner’s most vibrant and animated auctioneers.

AUCTIONEERS & APPRAISERS

Chris Barber is Deputy Director of American Furniture & Decorative Art. His special areas of interest are American furniture and 19th century folk art.

Kaitlin Shinnick is senior specialist in Skinner’s Fine Jewelry Department. Her areas of special interest are in American Arts & Crafts and artist-designed jewelry.

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Seen at the Currier

1. Striking a pose at Moulin Rouge at the Currier! 2 & 3. A riveting Can-Can performance and fire dancing at Moulin Rouge at the Currier. 4. Installing the monumental sculpture Donna Seduta by Fernando Botero on loan to the Currier. 5. The Currier Curatorial department hangs the Franco-Flemish tapestry Visit of the Gypsies. 6. The PLUS Company tours the museum. 7. Students from Child Health Services at MCHC get creative and have fun at the Currier Art Center. 8. Director and CEO Alan Chong welcomes new citizens at the Naturalization Ceremony. 9. 52 new citizens from across the world take the oath of allegiance at the Currier. 10. Heather Maloney and Ryan Hommel rock out at the launch of the Currier's Side Door Music Series.

Photos by Alana Johanson, Vanessa De Zorzi and Tom Gaillard

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Calendar Museum programs and events

January through April 2018

Currently on view in the exhibition Going Baroque: Drama and Gesture in the 17th Century

Balthasar van der Ast, Still Life of Fruit on a Kraak Porcelain Dish, 1617, oil on panel, 22 in. x 35 in., Museum Purchase: The Henry Melville Fuller Acquisition Fund, 2004.15.

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Featured events An Evening with Saint-Gaudens Friday, February 9, 7 to 10 pm Please join us for An Evening with Saint-Gaudens at the Currier, a cocktail party to celebrate the opening of the exhibition, The Sculpture of Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Enjoy an elegant night immersed in the art and time of Saint-Gaudens, the most important American sculptor of the late 19th century. You will be greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne, the soft music of a string quartet, and living sculptures, followed by live classical music as you stroll through the exhibition galleries. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar in the Winter Garden, while ballroom instructors teach the waltz and encourage you onto the dance floor. This will be a unique event as we celebrate New Hampshire’s most treasured sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Get your tickets today.

Art and Music: Symphony NH explores Saint-Gaudens Sunday, February 11, from 2 to 3:30 pm Inspire your ears and imagination as Symphony NH plays tribute to the Currier Museum’s special exhibit of Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the most important American sculptor of the late 19th and early 20th century. Saint-Gaudens was known to be an avid music lover and Symphony NH will provide a chamber concert focused on the musical works by American composers Charles Ives, Amy Beach, Charles Griffes and Arthur Foote, who were his creative contemporaries. Tickets are $15.00 and include general admission. This concert is free for members, tickets still required. Come early for Music and Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier from 10 am to 2 pm. Reservations.

Side Door Music Series: Porter Nickerson Friday, March 9, from 6 to 9 pm Enjoy a special performance from Midwestern indie artists, Willy Porter and Carmen Nickerson. With their liquid harmonies and unassailable, playful performance chemistry, these two solo artists have joined their unique talents to create the unforgettable sound of Porter Nickerson. Porter's blistering guitar playing and rich song writing provides the perfect architecture to support Nickerson’s lush vocals. Get the latest details at Currier.org.

ARTalk: Monuments and Contemporary Context Sunday, March 11, 2 to 3:30 pm Learn about the monuments created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, the most prominent American sculptor of the 19th century, whose work is currently on view. In this discussion, our speakers will also explore contemporary sensitivities around the legacy of Civil War monuments. The panel will consist of educational experts. Learn more. Make a day of it with Music and Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier from 10 am to 2 pm. Reservations.

ARTiculate Play Reading with theatre KAPOW Sunday, April 8 at 2 pm On April 8 theatre KAPOW will present a special reading of Posterity by Doug Wright. It tells the story of Norway’s most celebrated sculptor, Gustav Vigeland, who is commissioned to create the last bust of its most famous writer—the irascible, imperious, and inscrutable Henrik Ibsen. Following the reading, Dr. Landis K. Magnuson, will lead a brief discussion in the auditorium with Andrew Spahr, Director of Collections and Exhibitions, connecting the play to works on view. Reservations. Come early for Music and Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier from 10 am to 2 pm. Reservations.

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January Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Museum Closed New Year's Day

MUSEUM CLOSED EVERY TUESDAY

MUSEUM TOURS OFFERED DAILY AT 1 PM

Currier After Hours Takes a Holiday Resuming in February

Last Zimmerman House Tours of the Season 11:15 am, 1:15 pm and 3:15 pm

Friday

Saturday

Alzheimer's CafÃ© 2 to 3:30 pm

Creative Studio: Red Explored 10 am to 1 pm African-American Art in the Collection 11:30 am

The Paris of Toulouse-Lautrec Focus Tour 11:30 am

Second Sunday Jazz Brunch at the Currier 10 am to 2 pm

African-American Art in the Collection 11:30 am

Art Center Full-Term and Session One Classes Begin

ARTiculate Play Reading: Sight Unseen 2 pm

Storytime in the Gallery: In the Garden with van Gogh 11:30 am

Day to Play in Clay Workshop Valentines Vases Currier Art Center 1 to 3 pm

31 For full program descriptions and ticketing information follow event links to Currier.org/calendar.

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February Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

MUSEUM TOURS OFFERED DAILY AT 1 PM

MUSEUM CLOSED EVERY TUESDAY

Friday

Currier After Hours: The Art of Wine and Chocolate 6 to 9 pm

Focus Tour: Battle of the Colors 11:30 am

Saturday

3 Adult and Teen Workshop - Clay Yarn Bowls Currier Art Center 1 to 4 pm

Member Preview Day 11 am to 5 pm with tours at 11:30 am and 2 pm

Creative Studio: Foil Reliefs 10 am to 1 pm

An Evening with Saint-Gaudens 7 to 10 pm

Saint-Gaudens opens to public

Day to Play in Clay Robot Sculptures Currier Art Center 1 to 3 pm Ranger in the Gallery 2 to 4 pm

Music & Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier 10 am to 2 pm

Alzheimer's CafÃ© 2 to 3:30 pm

Glass, Glass, Glass Currier Art Center 9 am to 1 pm

Art and Music: Symphony NH Explores SaintGaudens 2 pm to 3:30 pm

Asian Brush Painting Master Class with Bruce Iverson Currier Art Center 10 am to 4 pm

Focus Tour: What's New at the Currier? 11:30 am

Educator Workshop Sculpture BehindThe-Scenes: Augustus Saint-Gaudens 9:30 am to 4 pm

Drawing in the Galleries 11 am to 1 pm

26 Storytime in the Gallery: Duck for President 11:30 am

21 Art Center Session Two Classes Begin

24 Day to Play in Clay Castles Workshop Currier Art Center 1 to 3 pm

28 Creative Studio: Build a Sculpture Park 11 am to 1 pm

First Day of February Vacation Camps at the Art Center February Vacation Week is February 26 to March 2. Theme: Sculpture and Garden Adventures. Flat rate admission of $5 Monday to Friday (Museum closed Tuesday). 17 and under free!

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March Sunday

Monday MUSEUM TOURS OFFERED DAILY AT 1 PM

Tuesday

Wednesday

MUSEUM CLOSED EVERY TUESDAY

Thursday

Friday

Drawing in the Galleries 11 am to 1 pm and 6 to 9 pm

Monument Building 11 am to 1 pm

Saturday

Currier After Hours: Saint-Gaudens Explored 6 to 9 pm Zimmerman House tickets go on sale!

Members-Only Focus Tours — Masterpieces for Members: The Sculpture of Augustus Saint Gaudens 11:30 am and 2 pm

Members-Only Focus Tours — Old Favorites and New Acquisitions 11:30 am

Free Nights at the Currier: Ladies Night Out 6 to 9 pm

Side Door Music Series: Porter Nickerson 6 to 9:30 pm

Creative Studio: Money Making 10 am to 1 pm Sculpture Master Class with Tom Devaney 10 am to 4 pm

Member Appreciation Week (March 4 to March 11). Members enjoy special benefits at the Museum.

Music & Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier 10 am to 2 pm

Alzheimer's Café 2 to 3:30 pm

Focus Tour: Augustus SaintGaudens 11:30 am

ARTalk: Monuments and Contemporary Context 2 to 3:30 pm

Art Center Student Exhibition Noon to 4 pm

Drawing in the Galleries 11 am to 1 pm

24 Drawing in Color Workshop Currier Art Center 1 to 4 pm Clay Succulents Workshop Currier Art Center 1 to 4 pm

26 Storytime in the Gallery: Clouds 11:30 am

29 Free Nights at the Currier: BehindThe-Scenes 6 to 9 pm

31 Focus Tour: Currier History 11:30 am Glass, Glass, Glass Workshop Currier Art Center 9 am to 1 pm

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April Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Museum Closed Easter

MUSEUM TOURS OFFERED DAILY AT 1 PM

MUSEUM CLOSED EVERY TUESDAY

Music & Mimosas: Brunch at the Currier 10 am to 2 pm

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Currier After Hours: Pint Size with a Twist 6 to 9 pm

Creative Studio: Miniature Activity 10 am to 1 pm

ARTiculate Play Reading: Posterity 2 pm

Drawing in the Galleries 11 am to 1 pm

Skinner Appraisal Day 10 am to 3 pm

Slow Art Day 2 to 3 pm

Focus Tour: Augustus SaintGaudens 11:30 am

First Zimmerman House Tours of the Season 11:15 am, 1:15 pm and 3:15 pm

Augustus SaintGaudens Film Screening 2 pm

Saturday

23 Storytime in the Gallery: What Does It Mean to Be an Entrepreneur? 11:30 am First Day of April Vacation Camp at the Art Center

Creative Studio: Coin Creations 11 am to 1 pm

Drawing in the Galleries 11 am to 1 pm

Make Your Own Wallet 11 am to 1 pm

Currier Late Nights: A Family Affair 5 to 8 pm

Vacation Week April 23 to 27. Theme: Money, Money, Money. Flat rate admission of $5 Monday to Friday (Museum closed Tuesday).

29 Focus Tour: History and Mysteries of the Museum 11:30 am

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Currier Art Center Winter classes and workshops

Studio Art Classes - January 16 to March 31 Make your winter more colorful at the Currier Art Center. Full session classes meet nine weeks and session one and two each meet five weeks. Convenient day, after school, evening and Saturday classes are available for all ages and skill levels. Sign up for multiple full- or half-term classes or February vacation camps for you or your family. Use code MULTI and save 10%. Currier Members use code MULTIMEM to increase the savings to 15%. Register today at Currier.org/art-center/programs

February Vacation Camps - February 26 to March 2 Join us for week-long vacation camps available for children ages 5 to 14. All camps include a special trip to the museum. Monumental Fun from 9 am to noon

The Secret Garden from 1 to 4 pm with optional aftercare to 5:30 pm

Full Day from 9 am to 4 pm with optional aftercare to 5:30 pm

Adult Master Classes

Meditations in Ink: Bamboo & Dragonfly: Asian Brush Painting with Bruce Iverson on February 17

Forming the Figure: Sculpture Master Class with Tom Devaney on March 10

Educator Workshop

Educator Workshop â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sculpture Behind the Scenes: Augustus Saint-Gaudens on February 19

Teen and Adult Workshops

Drawing, Drawing, Drawing Series - Animal Portraits in Pastel on 2/10, Drawing in Black and White on 2/24, and Drawing in Color on 3/24 Inspired by Landscape Painting Series - Watercolor Painting on 2/24, Oil Painting on 3/10 and Acrylic Painting on 3/31

Clay Workshops - Yarn Bowls on 2/3 and Clay Succulents on 3/24

Family Workshops

Day to Play in Clay - Valentine Vases on 1/27, Robots on 2/10, Castles on 2/24, Clay Baskets on 3/17

Imagine and Explore - What Color is Your Dragon? on 2/3, How Does Your Garden Grow? on 3/10, and Go Fly a Kite! on 3/31

180 PEARL STREET, MANCHESTER, NH 03104 tel 603.518.4922 email ARTCENTER@CURRIER.ORG