SPRING 2014 In this issue: From the Director • p2 Hillside History • p3 Events Calendar • p4 Sugaring & Shearing • p5 George Manupelli • p6 New to the Collection • p7 Classes • p8 Members • p10 Contributions • p11
A common thread The ART of IF: Navigating the Journey of Infertility
Special thanks to our corporate platinum sponsors:
In the late 19th century, John and Ella Sharp were diagnosed with infertility (IF). Today, one in eight couples struggle with the disease. Through The ART of IF, you’ll learn more about Ella and John’s experience with infertility and how it affected them and, ultimately, our community. The exhibit explains infertility treatments past and present, including the medications and procedures associated with Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and the high financial, physical and emotional costs involved.
John and Ella Sharp
involves. You’ll also hear from those who have chosen child-free living when faced with infertility.
Come along on the journey of individuals and couples with infertility as told through their personal artwork, poetry, journal entries, interviews and environmental The ART of IF opens in the portraiture.
In addition to Hurst gallery on March 22 and treatment, the The ART of IF exhibit explores continues through June 21. kicks off with an the types of opening reception adoption available on March 22 from to those who 3 to 5 p.m. Additional information choose adoption to resolve their on an accompanying lecture and art infertility and the painstaking workshop will be released soon. process that adopting a child
From the Director
Amy Reimann
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you all had a chance to attend American Impressionism: The Lure of the Artists’ Colony. We had many days of great crowds enjoying the opportunity to see these amazing works of art. Now we are on to our next exhibits, which are equally as exciting as we bring new art, artists and items into the galleries. Thank you to all who contributed to our year-end appeal. It is all of our members contributing that helps us move forward with our regular museum business and continue to bring programming and exhibits that our community wants to see and experience. Our mid-year appeal funds were directed to the replacement of our parking lot lighting and this is almost completed. We have one more pole that needs to wait until the spring thaw, but I hope everyone notices the increased light levels and area coverage that we’ve gained in this necessary upgrade. Many thank yous to everyone who contributed, as well as to Everlast Lighting Solutions for donating the fixtures to help keep our costs down and Hirst Electric for doing the work! The Gazebo’s renovation also was finished late in the fall – please come by and see the great work that was done by contract carpenter and friend of the museum Brad Deranek! The seats have been restored and it is looking much like it did in Ella’s time. We are excited about its placement and hope that visitors will take advantage of the opportunity to enjoy this refreshed historic structure. Another great asset of the museum is all of our volunteers – thank you for the many hours devoted to helping with the Friends Gift Shop, office mailings, the docents who staff our Pioneer Living and school programs! If you are reading this and are interested in volunteering, please see the volunteer page of the web site or stop by and pick up a volunteer brochure. There are many opportunities to share your skills and talents! We have worked hard to upgrade and facelift many of our interior spaces with our new marketing colors and schemes. I hope you are enjoying them as we are. I hope to see you all soon!
Call for Artifacts The Ella Sharp Museum is issuing a call for artifacts for potential inclusion in exhibits at a prison museum located in Cell Block 7 of the Cooper Street Correctional Facility in Jackson, Michigan. The museum invites former inmates, employees, and all those connected with the facility to consider donating or loaning their materials. Items such as letters, journals, artwork, photographs, artifacts, and oral histories relating the southern Michigan facility, specifically Cell Block 7, would be welcome. Those who wish to contribute are asked to provide contact information and a brief description of the items to Judy Horn, Director of Collections & Exhibits, at judyh@ellasharp.org or 517.787.2320.
Planned Giving Many members may not know about exciting opportunities to engage with the museum through estate and planned giving plans. The museum is fortunate to have an endowment which helps support the museum’s mission by allowing a 4.5% drawdown of funds used as part of our organizational budgetary support each year. Most funds in the endowment come from bequests in our loyal donors’ estate plans. Many gifts go directly to the endowment intact, if the gift language directs that. If you have questions about planned or estate gifts, please contact Executive Director Amy Reimann —she will be glad to talk about the many options available.
Board of Trustees 2013 – 2014 Anthony Gardner, President Karen Beers, Secretary and Vice President Daniel Vainner, 2nd Vice President Lori Grace, Treasurer Martha Fuerstenau, Immediate Past President Stephanie Drago Marc Egan Michael (Mick) Falahee Anna Fisher Lloyd Ganton Michelle Lake Joe Macklin Sharon Peacock John Stewart
Test Your Knowledge 1. If any tree would bark, the DOGWOOD would. 2. If any tree would read, the ____________would. 3. If any tree would stay wet, the ___________would. 4. If any tree would take gin, the ___________would. 5. If any tree would get in a tight place, the ___________would. 6. If any tree would look neat, the __________would. 7. If any tree would take water, the __________would. 8. If any tree would hop, the ___________would. 9. If any tree would preach, the __________would. 10. If any tree would stand straight, the __________would. 11. If any tree would be naturally well seasoned, the __________would. 12. If any tree would make a good house servant, the __________would. 13. If any tree would make shoes, the __________would. 14. If any tree would be a mourner, the __________would. 15. If any tree would be a father, the ___________would. 16. If any tree would make a plaster, the __________would. 17. If any tree would keep warm, the __________would.
Hillside History: Ella’s Environmental Activism Each issue, Hillside History features a look back at events and anecdotes from Ella Sharp’s life. This spring, find out about Ella’s role in protecting one of Michigan’s greatest natural resources. Ella Merriman Sharp was known throughout Michigan for her work in forestry and civic improvement. She served as chairman of the Michigan State Federation of Women’s Clubs Forestry Committee and worked closely with State Forester Filibert Roth in a statewide effort to establish several forest preserves and a fire patrol system in the state’s forests. A 1905 newspaper article heralded Ella as the first woman in Michigan to take up the issue and gave her credit for these accomplishments. To promote her cause, Ella spoke to many groups and wrote several articles. In the spring of 1905, her article entitled “Michigan Forestry Problem” appeared in the Jackson Woman’s Magazine. Her article highlighted the problems she felt
affected Michigan and discussed the solutions other states had implemented. In 1909, Ella became the first woman to address the all-male Michigan Forestry Association at its annual meeting. In our collection of Ella’s women’s club material is a folded card containing a printed quiz, “Characteristics of Trees” (pictured at left). The answers are filled in and “Mrs. John C. Sharp” is written across the back. We are unaware of exactly where Ella received this card, but believe it was used with one of the many talks she gave to club groups across the state. It’s been said that Ella went green before many of us even knew what “going green” meant. Don’t believe it? Test your knowledge about trees against Ella’s (above)! Answers on page 6.
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Events
Sugaring & Shearing Sunday, March 30, noon—4 p.m.
Welcome spring at the Ella Sharp Museum’s annual Sugaring & Shearing festival. Rain or shine, there is plenty to do both indoors and out. Farm Lane will be bustling with activities like Puddingstone Farm’s petting zoo, sheep shearing, and traditional craftsmanship, with sap-to-syrup demonstrations at the sugar bush. Inside the galleries, the Jackson Handweavers Guild will demonstrate spinning and weaving. All historical buildings will be open to visitors, as will all of the galleries. So bring the whole family for a day of spring fun at the Ella!
Festivals & Special Events Joffrey Ballet Sunday, March 2, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.
Join us on a trip to the Detroit Opera House for a performance of the Joffrey Ballet. Includes a seat on the luxury coach to Detroit, lunch at the theatre, and ticket to the performance. Reservations can be made through the museum’s front desk. Deadline for registration is February 20.
Sugaring & Shearing Sunday, March 30, noon–4 p.m. Ella’s Patio Party Thursdays, April 17–September 4, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Member free/ Non-member $3
Join us for live music, a snack, and a drink on the Granary patio. Galleries are open, and guests are welcome to stroll through the sculpture-filled grounds. special thanks to event sponsor
Flower Sale Pickup Friday, May 23, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
The museum’s annual flower sale fundraiser will take place in May. Order forms are available at the museum.
Volunteer Meetings Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–noon: March 20, April 17, May 15 Learn more about new opportunities on the third Thursday of every month in the Activities Room.
One-Day Workshops Color Your World Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Member $85/Non-member $100
Cultivate a place for color theory in your daily life and discover its aesthetic and practical uses. Explore color mixing, learn how to create tints and shades, and expand your knowledge of the color wheel. Concepts from this class will not only help in creating artwork, but also in decoding the language of color that communicates with us every day. Acrylic paint and brushes will be provided. Please bring a sack lunch, and any additional supplies you would like.
Exhibit Programming Gallery Chat: Byron Reed Saturday, March 1, 11 a.m.
Welcome Michigan artist Byron Reed as he speaks about his work, on display alongside Cedric Henry’s in ARTrageous II.
Opening Reception: The ART of IF Saturday, March 22, 3–5 p.m.
Gather to celebrate the opening of this groundbreaking exhibition. Cash bar, light refreshments.
Gallery Chat: George Manupelli Sunday, March 23, 1 p.m.
Join artist and filmmaker George Manupelli as he speaks on his exhibited works, Societal Residue, on display in the donor lobby through March.
George Manupelli A Collection of Societal Residue George Manupelli is a filmmaker, painter, sculptor, poet, song writer and political activist. His artworks, films and performance pieces have been featured in hundreds of exhibitions throughout Europe and the Americas. Manupelli was born in 1931 and grew up in Boston, Massachusetts. He became a professor in the University of Michigan’s School of Art & Design in 1962.
King Kong Instructs a Tai Chi Class
Test Your Knowledge: Answers 1. DOGWOOD 2. REDWOOD 3. BASSWOOD 4. COTTONWOOD 5. BOXWOOD 6. SPRUCE 7. DRY ASH 8. LOCUST 9. ELDER 10. PLUM 11. PEPPER 12. SCRUB OAK 13. RUBBER 14. WEEPING WILLOW 15. PAPAW 16. SUMAC 17. FIR
At this time, he founded the Ann Arbor Film Festival in order to promote film as an art form and to inspire new filmmakers. This festival is now one of the largest independent film festivals in North America and is an indispensable part of Michigan’s culture and community.
Dorothy and Friends Visit the Museum of Modern Art
Manupelli won the Avant Garde Masters Award in 2007 for his Dr. Chicago film trilogy. He went on to found Aid to Arts of Nicaragua to fund art development after he served as Cultural Representative of the United States to Nicaragua in 1983.
from the secondhand stores and flea markets of Bethlehem, New Hampshire. The pieces are combined and reconfigured into assemblage sculptures whose ironic juxtapositions and telling titles offer offbeat insights into the life and art of these times.
Thirty years in the making, this exhibition is a provocative collection of societal residue
A Collection of Societal Residue will be on display in the Donor Lobby March 1–31.
Jackson Civic Art Association Biannual Show May 17–July 5 The Jackson Civic Art Association (JCAA) has served the Jackson area since its founding in 1947. It is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and creation of fine art. Meeting twice a month at the museum, the association presents artist demonstrations, lectures, critiques, and hands-on demonstrations. In addition to the biannual exhibit, JCAA hosts an annual exhibit at Jackson College’s Potter Center. They also exhibit their work at several locations around Jackson and have a permanent “Wall of Art” in the museum’s Hadwin Center.
Together, JCAA and the Ella present Art á Loan, an annual program designed to encourage young artists to develop and share their talents with the Jackson community. Jurors select outstanding student artwork from Jackson County for framing and display at the museum, the match the pieces up with local businesses for rental. The program will celebrate its eighth year this fall.
Exhibits
New to the Collection Eureka Dishwasher Gift of Michael D. Loomis Although dishwashers are considered a modern convenience, the idea of a dishwashing machine has been around for a long time. The museum was recently given a dishwashing machine made in Jackson in the late 1890s. Donated by Michael D. Loomis of Jackson, the dishwashing machine originally belonged to his great-great grandparents, James H. and Cordelia Loomis, who lived in Liberty Township.
A gear mechanism on the top of the machine has a hand crank to drive the spindle on the blade in the bottom of the machine. The blade throws water on the dishes stacked on a wire rack above.
The condition of the machine suggests that it was rarely used, and the theory of the family is that Cordelia Loomis found it quicker and more convenient to continue washing dishes by hand.
According to Loomis, to operate the machine, water must be poured in the top, and then drained from the bottom. When the washing water is drained, fresh water is poured in for rinsing.
The blue machine with gilt and black and red stencil trim was made, according to the lettering on the front, by the Alliance Manufacturing Co. in Jackson.
Donations to the Collection November 1, 2013 – January 31, 2014
A special thanks goes to the following individuals and organizations for their contributions to the museum’s collection. These valuable items are an irreplaceable part of our history and their addition is greatly appreciated. Diana Agy
Judy Horn
Roberta Sexton
Shirley Bell
Vicki Trudell Iseler
Allen Spiess Jr.
Maki Braun
Nancy Koss
Randy and Nancy Talkowski
Pat Chipman
Joan Larsen
Linda Teare
Pamela Dosenberry
Michael Loomis
Jim Zuleski
Tim Bair
Dorothy McKenzie
Linda Furgason
Georgia Miller
Julie Heatherwick
Sally Royce
Ceramics Classes Beginner–Advanced Ceramics
Intermediate–Advanced Ceramics
Beginner–Intermediate Ceramics
Children’s Clay Studio (grades 2–6) Instructor: Beth Voulgaris 6 Tuesdays, April 15–May 20 4:30 p.m.–6 p.m. Member $65/Non-Member $90
Instructor: Romelle Frey 8 Wednesdays, April 9– May 28 1–4 p.m. Member $175/Non-Member $200 Instructor: Romelle Frey 8 Wednesdays, April 9– May 28 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Member $175/Non-Member $200
Instructor: Romelle Frey 8 Thursdays, April 10–May 29 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Member $175/Non-Member $200
Please note: Pottery classes are three hours long, but students may work during open studio time when the Museum is open and on Mondays, as long as there are no other pottery classes in the studio. There is a $.02/cubic inch one-time/piece charge to cover glaze and firing. Clay and tools are available for sale.
History Goes to School Native American Life in Jackson County: The People of the Three Fires
History Goes to School programs bring history to life for students in upper elementary and middle grades. This spring, we will present three exciting new Jacksonbased programs focusing on dairying, Native American life, and the Civil War. The Ella brings these programs directly to the classroom, saving schools all transportation costs. All programs meet Michigan’s Standards for Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCE) in social studies.
Milk bottle tops, 1950s–60s
This program focuses on early Anishinabeg life in Jackson County. Students will study the Oijbwa, Ottawa, and Potawatomi tribes, and how they lived in Michigan long before European settlers arrived. Students will also explore the Potawatomi tribe’s relationship with Jackson’s early settlers, and create a hands-on craft to take home.
Dairying in Jackson: From Cow to Carton to Your Fridge
First Call: Jackson County during the Civil War
This program focuses on an important part of Jackson’s manufacturing history: dairies! Students will learn how dairy operations have changed since the late 1800s, and how Jackson’s dairies helped develop one of Michigan’s major economic activities. Students will explore the dairy process by learning about dairy farms in Jackson County, pasteurization, bottling and delivery methods, and will create a dairy-themed craft to take home.
Students will explore the events leading up to the American Civil War, how Michigan governor and Jackson resident Austin Blair answered President Lincoln’s call for troops, and the war’s impact on Jackson soldiers, families, businesses and economy. Students will also learn about historic sites and buildings from the era in Jackson, and local connections to the Underground Railroad.
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Snowshoes, late 19th century
General William Withington’s housewife, or sewing kit, from the Civil War; 1861
Education
New Teen Classes A Day in the Life of an Artist
Portfolio Workshop
Have you ever thought you might like to be an artist? This class explores careers in art. In each class, you will learn about a different career and create a project that a professional artist would on the job. If you thought art was just for hanging on the wall, this class will challenge you to think again!
Are you thinking about becoming a professional artist, and not sure where to begin your journey? This six-week workshop will help you prepare a collegeready portfolio to submit to the art schools of your choice. Learn what colleges look for when accepting new students, and what type of artwork should be included.
Instructor: Megan Shoup Grades 6–8 6 Wednesdays, April 16–May 21 6–7:30 p.m. Member $65/Non-member $90
Instructor: Megan Shoup Grades 9–12 6 Thursdays, April 17–May 22 6:15–7:45 p.m. Member $65/Non-member $90
In each session you’ll work towards your own personal goal with individualized instruction. By the end of the class you will have a better understanding of different art majors and the college application process, along with a fine-tuned portfolio!
Spring Break One-Day Wonders Sounds of Spring Tuesday, April 1 Welcome spring by celebrating its lively sounds with some fun art and music activities. Create your own recycled wind chime, rain stick, bird calls, and more!
Birds of a Feather Wednesday, April 2 Do you love bird watching or enjoy listening to their chirps and calls in your back yard? Join us for day that’s all about birds! We’ll make birdhouses, bird feeders, and do other activities that celebrate our feathered friends.
April 1–4 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Grades 1–6 Member $35/Non-member $50 (per day) Children will love making new friends and art projects that relate to the spring season! Register in person, by phone, or online.
For more classes, check our website, ellasharp.org.
Spring is Hoppin’!
Celebrate Nature
Thursday, April 3 Create projects inspired by our hopping animal friends and get moving. Make an origami leaping frog, 3D bouncing bunny art, your own jump rope, and take-home hopscotch squares!
Friday, April 4 With Earth Day approaching, spring is a great time to look around and appreciate all our planet has to offer! Every art project uses natural or recycled materials. Paint rocks for your garden, create prints from the sun’s rays, build wearable twig sculptures, and more!
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Adult Classes The Art of Collage Instructor: Sharon Sunday 4 Mondays, April 7–April 28 6–9 p.m. Member $65/Non-member $80 Explore art and composition through the use of paper and textiles to achieve a variety of results. A small supply list will be provided. Essentials of Color Theory Instructor: Terry Cheney 6 Thursdays, April 17–May 22 6–9 p.m. Member $85/Non-member $100 Explore the basics of color theory in this multi-media class. Bring your preferred materials and discover new color concepts and techniques that can be applied to your personal artwork. Acrylic paint and brushes will be provided.
iPad Classes Instructor: Kyle Liechty 4 Mondays, March 10–31 6–7:30 p.m. Member $7/Non-member $10 (per day) An opportunity for tablet users to find out more about their devices, discover essential applications, and learn to use them more efficiently. Week 1: Introduction to iPad
Should I buy an iPad? Learn iPad basics.
Week 2: Application Discovery Learn about essential apps to download on your device.
Week 3: Behind the Curtain
Better understand the settings and how-tos of popular features and apps.
Week 4: Advanced Discussion
Building on the first three sessions, this open format session allows you to explore in greater depth or learn how to use additional programs.
New and Renewed Members November 1, 2013 – January 31, 2014 Student/Teacher Elwood Kopper Joan Kopper Kris Pursell Mary Jo Swartout
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Rene Alfaro Joanne Bahlau Nicholas David Baker Gerald Beebe Sharon Bevan Matthew Thomas Billings Joan Boldrey Cloanne Boobyer Frederick Brown Jr. Anaya Browner Wilda Louise Bushong Brian Byrd Terese Calkins Carolyn Callendar Romaine Campbell Michael Carey Marjorie Castle Jeanette Wing Childs Deb Clark Mary Jane Clarke Relda Cobb Jeremy Cooley Zachary Craft Yvonne Curling Glenn Croydon Ruth Darron Clark Davis Kevin Davis Mitchell Deskins Susan Diebold Margaret Dowell Philip Dimitry Frances Dittrich Kathleen Ellis Howard Evans Gava Graham Marilyn Gray Johnny Green Jr. Mary Jo Grimes Michele Hanson Trent Harris Whitney Harris Roderick Harter Louise Hefka Cathy Henry Brett Hibbard Linda Hoisington Marcia Hudson Elizabeth Ingell Nancy Jennings Ruby Jennings Richard Johnson Scott Johnson Traci Johnson Sandia Kane Patty Kaufman Darrell Kinder Kenneth Kisser James Kloska David Knowlton Krystle Kosbar Barbara Koscioloek Bede Kudner Jeffrey Kummler Edward Kuzma Barbara Lally Timothy Lenhard Denise Liles Edward Litomisky
M. Joan Locke Bobby Joe Lockhart Gary Raymond McCalla Sierra Monay McCool Nancy McCormack Daniel Meyers David Milks Gertrude Mitchell Nedra Mosely John Motto Carol Mullholand Bradley Mullin Todd Murray Leslie Nagy Brian Nicholson Alyce Oosting Muriel Ott Nic Pangborn James Parsons Janet Paul Kenneth Pekala Janet Pennington Jeffrey Phelps Morgan Barth Pierce Sharon Peacock Maureen Piper Sharon Prine Nicholas Promo Reyna Quintero Dolores Ray Ruth Ann Reid Jesse Reyez Judy Reynolds Michael Karl Richardson Nick Roden Anne Rogers Marilyn Rossman Joseph Saad Luanne Salvi Marilyn Saari Joe Scarpino Ann Scheele Mary Lou Schinkez Sharon Schmidt Melissa Scholl Thomas Edward Schultz Pete Shelby Maxine Shepard Thomas Shinabargar Danielle Singer Paul Smith Thomas Slater Jean Snider Carl Spaeth Theodosia Spaeth Nellie Spence Brian Spieth Kathleen Spisz Brenda St Clair Mark Spitler Barbara Stadel Nanci Stadel Michelle Stephens Amy Stevens Toni Stevenson Geoffrey Stoner Celia Strassler Don Tassie Lacie Thomas Barbara Tucker Kyle Umbarger Andrea Vance Barbara Vannest Jerri Verhoeven Jane Volk Carol Wheeler Julie Whetstone
Bradley White Katherine White Joan Wiegman Robert Witt Jr Bruce Wood Cynthia York Pareese Young Leslie Youngdahl Brian Zeros Nina Zick
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Richard & Mary Bard Jerry & Jackie Booth Maki & Terrence Braun Don & Sharon Calbert Courtney & Laurie Carl R. Michael & Cynthia Clark Dorothy & Richard Clifton David Cole & Amy LeBlanc Jean & William Cooke Byron Crary & Cheryl Enger Robert & Carolyn Culp Julie & Steve Dickerson Michael & Evelyn Digon Jim & Carolyn Drake Bonnie DuBois Michael & Ellen Ewing Nancy & Reno Feldkamp Richard & Ruth Flynn Jack & Sharon Gift Bill & Marilyn Ginnow Susan & Thomas Goehring Daria & Patrick Grinenko Walter & Mary Harper Irwin & Sharon Hasenwinkle Tom & Joanne Holman Dan & Molly Kaser Ronald & Penelope Keller Doug & Brenda Konieczki Leon & Gail Kraai Kay Lantis Susan & Dennis Larrabee Mitchell & Kathleen Luty Charles & Suzanne Macfarlane Jerry & Shirley McDevitt Paul & Sharon McEnany Beverly McGill & Robert Maloney Rod & Debbie Melling Connie & Mickey Kress Norman & Alice Moffatt Terry & Nancy Naylor Alex & Jessica Oloughlin Ralph & Ethel Otten Norma Racey & Con Oren Christine & Lee Reigle Warren & Jean Renando Kevin & Abba Reeve Craig & Judie Rockwell David & Carol Saum James & Jane Schrandt Helen & Curtis Seibert Kathleen & James Seidl William & Sharon Shannon Sandy & Fredrick Sill Elizabeth & Scott Solsburg Tim & Cindy VanSchoick Alice & Ronald Shankland Ken & Peg Stapleton Robert & Nancy Sunday Ellis & Elizabeth Swartzel Inman & Meribah Vandry Andy & Julia Walz Daniel & Marce Wandell Scott & Cindy Weaver Philip & Margaret Webb
Charles & Barbara Wellman Gary & Christie Willcock James & Sandy Wilkins Barbara & Harold Winters Robert & Jeanie Wright Sylvia & Dan Wymer Robert & Maureen Ziegler
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Brian & Sharon Bell Francis & Janet Berkemeier Aaron & Courtney Boatin Tom & Kathy Boyer Jack & Sally Bunce Kelly Caldwell Ann Clark James Climer James & Linda Coe Cliff & Jeanette Cole Sarah & Matt Crandall Robert D’Aoust & Dolores Slowinski Barbara & Charles DeGolia Marc & Kate Egan Amy & Daniel Fracker Bob & Dawn Hardy Elizabeth Ingell Kevin & Sherry Kail Sean & Carla Kennedy Michael & Christine Kloack Susan & David Lindemer Denny & Buzzy Maurer Donald & Patricia Masters Joan & Michael McGivern Alice Medlar Darlene & Larry Mefford Ken & Traci Melville Elliot & Erin Munz Phyllis Murch Florence Osborne & Robert Hangartner Frank & Carolyn Pratt Thressa & Doug Race William & Barbara Rafaill Marjorie Robinson Sharon Rouse Jan Roys Jim & Judee Royster Irene & William Sonnett Richard & Connie Strunk Jeff & Kathy Thomas Steven & Dianne Wellman Jordan & Cara Wirth Philip & Shannon Wrzesinski
Sustainer
Josephine Bacon Margaret Acton Jeffrey & Cherrine Anderson Fran Appolonia Douglas & Pennie Atkins Janet & David Barrett Michael Baughman Waldo & Helen Breitenwischer David & Judy Busack Richard & Monica Collett John & Joan Cummings Philip Curtis Ric & Deb Davies Barbara & Robert Duke Jim & Lenore Egan John & Carla Elliott Nancy & Thomas Evanson Gary & Shelly Farhat James & Susan Freer Chuck & Linda Furgason Suzanne Gaertner
Contributions
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November 1, 2013 – January 31, 2014 Carl & Denni Glick Cathy Glick & Larry Halman Thomas & Patricia Harris Nancy & Jeri Hinkle Roger & Edythe Gilbert Sue & Bruce Goldsen Ann Green & Elmer Sbach Edward & Helen Greene Martha Gizynski John & Susanne Hammond Barbara Harness Jay & Sue Hoffman Emily Jarvi & John Risk John & Madeleine Kinch Randall Kleppe & Virginia Marron Art & Barb Knueppel John & Jacqueline Kudner Joel & Robyn Ladwig David & Linda LaRowe James Lefere Lynne Loftis Margot & Timothy Magee Cheryl & Bryan Marks Mark & Leanne Melling Robert & Gloria Michaels Pamela Kish & Jerry Michalowicz Wayne & Christine Melling-Kratz Chuck & Connie Neese Sandy & Bill Nichols Allen Nickolai Cheryl Norey Steve & Jill Patch Justin & Hilary Phelps Robert & Marilyn Potts Lloyd & Shirley Preston Konstantin & Christine Prokos John & Patricia Reynolds Linda & Philip Reynolds Vivian Rittenhouse Pat & Carolyn Rollins Gary & Pamela Schauffler Laura & Bill Schlecte Jan & Jim Seitz Richard & Joanie Staub Ann Steele Helen & Dale Sterrett Kathleen & Joe Thorrez Joseph & Karin Tibbs Sharon & John Vanderpool Chris & Lucy VanLonkhuyzen Jim & Barb Zuleski
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Arthur & Helen Adamczyk Marcia Butterfield Philip J. Chamberlain Tom & Jeanne Draper Wayne & Romelle Frey John & Susan Gruel Roy & Joan Kaywood Kevin & Katie Lavery Jack & Nancy Lapinski Steve & Kathy Syrjamaki
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Harriet Field Bob & Jane Grover Rebecca Mehall John & Nancy Toth Craig Tapley
Steward
Lawrence & Valerie Bullen
Lifetime
Andy & Sandy Andrews
In Honor of Lola Dodge
The Grand Rapids Dodges
Martha Fuerstenau Karen Beers
Amy Reimann
AAUW Art Appreciation Group
Jim Zuleski
Paul Stowell
Donations
Ajax Heating & Air Conditioning Ajax Service Friends of Ella Sharp Museum Gift Shop John Guidinger Hurst Foundation Jackson Host Lions Club Jacksonburg Questers Timothy & Sherlene Kohlitz Stephanie Kolman Robert LaZebnik Florence Osborne
In-Kind Donations Cheryl Havens
Christmas at Hillside Raffle Baskets
Jeff & Karen Beers Biggby Coffee Binder Park Zoo Ella Sharp Park Golf Course Experience Jackson Jessica Falahee & Michelle Johnston Anna Fisher & Jason Idziak Jacquie Frederick Friends of the Museum Gift Shop Lori Grace Hair 634 Judy Horn Jackson 10 JTV Michigan Theatre Playford Music Co. Amy Reimann Dan Vainner Rachel Veramay Mara Wierzbicki
Travis Fojtasek Daryl & Linda Frederick Virgil & Jacquie Frederick Martha Fuerstenau Robert & Betty Gamble Jamie & Lori Grace Marilyn Guidinger Betty Halsey Norm & Joyce Henson Tom & Joanne Holman Dorothy Huffer Jackson Audubon Society William Jaquays Emily Jarvi Ron & Marvel Jones Roy & Lois Kelly Carla & Sean Kennedy Jacquelyn Klump Roger & Marty Korten Barbara Lally Bernard & Kathy Levy Larry & Kimberly Lloyd Joseph & Barbara Marconi Richard & Helena Marsh Donald & Patricia Masters Clyde & Laurel Mauldin Paul & Sharon McEnany Mary McVicker Timothy & Jana Meehan Kent & Traci Melville Bob & Gloria Michaels Richard & Mary Mills Robert & Betty Moles Timothy Murray Cheryl Norey Janice Osborn Florence Osborne Stephen & Melissa Osmond Charlene Pung Dolores Ray Nancy Reid Cynthia Rider Mary Scroggs Alice Shankland Russ & Ginnie Smith Dyane Snow Allen Spiess Douglas Sten & Lori Swope-Sten Paul Stowell Ron & Pat Szymanski Don Tassie Philip & Monette Thorrez
Year End Appeal
Brian & Jane Adamczyk Charles Ahronheim Rob & Katherine Albertson Mark & Linda Alyea Doug & Pennie Atkins Charles & Dana Aymond Karen Barnes Jeff & Karen Beers Bo’s Keys & Locksmith Fred & Marie Bruey David & Judy Busack Mike & Cindy Clark Robert & Cynthia Davey Steven Duke Peg Eaton Ken & Mary Elenbaas Michael & Jessica Falahee Anna Fisher Jason & Kristin Flick
John & Nancy Toth Thomas Trosin Faith F. Small Foundation Trust Newell & Suzette Turpel John & Sharon Vanderpool John & Beth Voulgaris Bonnie Warner Dennis Wendorf John & Lucylee Whiting Francene Wingo Mike & Diane Worthing Chuck & Sue Wrzesinski Russ & Mary Youngdahl
Annual Sponsorships Education Presenting
Dorothy Blakely Foundation
Platinum
County National Bank Frank Main Bill & Vi Sigmund Foundation
Silver
Craft Agency Scott Machine, Inc.
Bronze
Diversified Precision Products Jim & Mary Geisman Tom Schindler, Realtor Edward Scott
Events Platinum
Allegiance Health Craft Agency Rehmann Financial
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Wells Fargo Advisors
Exhibits Platinum
Samuel Higby Camp Foundation NorthStar Capital Andy & Julia Walz
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Steve & Kathy Syrjamaki
Memorials November 1, 2013 – January 31, 2014 Ernest Beffel Barry & Ellen Keatley LeMoyne & Jean Kaser Martha Kaser Vivian Kellogg Charles & Dana Aymond
Robert Lally Robert & Barbara Duke Lynne Loftis Jim & Pam Stark Keith Ralya Keith & Beth Huntley Betty Ralya
A collection of assemblages by artist and filmmaker George Manupelli.
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Donor Lobby George Manupelli: Societal Residue March 1–31
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Clocks and walking sticks from the collection of Allen Spiess Jr. and Native American art and artifacts from the collection of Andy Walz.
Saturday
Never Enough Time Gallery Now–May
10 a.m –5 p.m.
Paintings, sculptures and wood carvings from the collection of Andy and Sandy Andrews.
Friday
Andrews Gallery of Wildlife Art Now–May
10 a.m.–7 p.m.
The ART of IF: Navigating the Journey of Infertility March 22–June 21
Thursday
Artifacts from the museum’s collection chosen by museum staff and selected volunteers.
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Pyron Gallery Into the Light: Treasures from the Museum’s Collection Now–March 15
Wednesday
One in eight couples struggle with infertility (IF). This exhibit explores the historical and modern aspects of this rarely-talked-about disease.
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The ART of IF: Navigating the Journey of Infertility March 22–June 21
Tuesday
The works of Cedric Henry and Byron Reed, two Michigan artists whose artwork reflects their love for life, for art and for their communities.
Monday
Emmet Gallery ARTrageous II: Cedric Henry & Byron Reed Now–March 15
Since its founding in 1947, the JCAA has been dedicated to promoting the appreciation and creation of fine art. Members include professional and amateur artists, as well as interested non-artists.
Jackson Civic Art Association Biannual Show May 17–July 5
American military portraits and memorials from local collectors, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Ella’s collection.
Hurst Gallery Pride & Patriotism: American Military Portraits & Memorials Now–May 10
Exhibits
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