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Seeing 40/40 September 10, 2016 - January 8, 2017
Environmental Impact: 50 Years of Landscape Architecture September 16, 2016 - January 8, 2017
Northrop Dance: A Legacy of Legendary Artists Through December, 2016
Come Celebrate 40 years with us! GMD’s 7th Annual Benefit: Design Is…
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Ticket Information:
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
$65 Early Bird through June 15, non-members $75 after June 15 and at the door, non-members $65 GMD members through June 30, includes non-alcoholic beverage options $100 VIPs, includes one free alcoholic beverage of your choice, complimentary soda/water,and one parking pass for GMD visit (4-hour pass, $6.00 value)
HGA Atrium at the Historic Ford Center Live jazz, passed appetizers and buffet, cash bar and a special preview of the fall exhibition Seeing 40/40. Join us to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Goldstein Museum of Design, Minnesota’s only design museum, dedicated to using the power of design to foster improved quality of life for individuals and communities. Funds raised from Design Is… support free exhibitions and care of the 34,000 object collection. Spring 2016
Purchase tickets at GMD40.brownpapertickets.com For more information, contact: Barbara Lutz, 612-624-7434, lutzx106@umn.edu Not able to attend? Donations gratefully accepted at z.umn.edu/gmd40
Silver Level Sponsor Douglas A. and Ruth Hanold Crane Bronze Level Sponsors Phil and Linda Boelter Kaywin Feldman and James Lutz Linda Hersom, SHO Inc. HGA Architects and Engineers Holly Hunt Enterprises, LLC Ann and Robert Jackson Peterssen/Keller Architecture Kevin S. Ringdahl & David Mohr, Morgan Stanley Streeter & Associates
Supporters Kathleen and Paul Campbell PatrickRedmondDesign.com In-kind Supporters HGA Architects and Engineers Hensley Creative RR Donnelley
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Collection
The
break-down
First Collection Items Textiles were transferred to the design department from the University Gallery in the late 1930s and 1940s.
The
Oldest Item
Lekythos earthenware vase from Greec
356-323 BCE
Hooked Rug, 1943, by Vito Mastro for the Minneapolis Handicraft Project Gift of the University Gallery, U of MN
Gift of Harriet and Vetta Goldstein
Number of Collection Objects
34,115
Apparel
73%
Textiles
16%
119” L x 93’’ w
Decorative Arts 7% works on paper 3%
The
Graphic Design 1%
Biggest
Item
Kalamkari or hand drawn cloth panel from India, by Jonnalagadda Gurappa Chetty, Gift of Reverend David and Mary Lindell
wedding Gowns
Number of Hats
Pairs of Shoes
200 Wedding Dress and veil, 1962 Gift of Barbara Taylor Anderson
1,133
1,792
Silk Pumps 1955-65, by Erica Gift of Audrae and Martin Diestler
Straw Hat with silk flowers, 1930-39 by Alvin-New York Gift of Irma Bullard
100
6,209
1,157
4
752
Stoneware Vase, 1964-75, by Nils Thorsson, Gift of the Estate of Henriette and Lisbeth Saloshin
462
210
U.S.A
1,329
Vases
regions/countries represented
Japan France Italy China
5 most common regions/countries Goldstein Museum of Design
ce
* not all collection objects dated
250
21st Century
items are from.....
18,172
20th Century
The Designer with the
2,630
150
19th Century
18th Century
61
prior to 17th
Most Objects in the Collection
Vera Neumann
1,949 objects
Jack Lenor Larsen, Inc., New York
1,426 objects
Yves Saint Laurent
Most common type of object ... 3,000
1950-1999 1,324 Dresses
Century
1900-1949 1,097 Dresses
325 objects
Dresses
1850-1899 316 Dresses
1800-1849 1750-1799 2 Dresses
33 Dresses
2 Silk Dress, 1967-68 by Teal Traina Gift of Mrs. J.C. Harris Summer 2016
Rayon Dress and Jacket, 1933-36 Gift of Curtiss Oberg
Silk Dress, 1877-82 Gift of the Minnesota Historical Society
Silk Dress, 1845-46 Gift of Mary Alice Kopf goldstein.design.umn.edu
Collection by the NUMBERS
m
How many
Legends of the Collection According to legend......
DoMore Swivel Office Health Chair This office chair is said to have been used by Harriet or Vetta Goldstein during their teaching career at the University. Office chairs are strategically designed to increase productivity and comfort of employees while they are sitting for long periods of time. The swiveling casters of the DoMore Swivel Office Health Chair enabled the sitter to move to a number of locations within a work area, reducing the time and energy that it would require to stand up and move to the new location. The seat was designed to fit and support the body and the movable back and armrests provided additional custom-fit support. The label under the seat claims that the chair will: “Reduce fatigue, make work a real pleasure.”
Office Chair, 1925 Manufactured by DoMore Chair Company Metal and leather chair with casters Gift of the Department of Design, Housing and Apparel
Place Setting The owners of this dinner service were Thomas and Mary Lou Van Rossum of Milwaukee Wisconsin. They used the dishware for large family dinners in the 50s and 60s and gatherings of the folk music ensemble of which they were a part. The set represents one of the many hundreds of space-age shapes and designs utilized in mid-century modern design. made by MetloxStoneware, 1950s Gift of Bobbi Van Rossum
Brassiere, aka “Parachute Bra” Gertrude Esteros, (b. 1914), fashioned this white silk bra from a military parachute while serving in the American Red Cross in the South Pacific during WW II. Gertrude recounted that she made this bra out of necessity when her luggage was lost on one of her many station transfers in the South Pacific. Esteros served in the American Red Cross from 1942-1945 and resigned after the war’s end in 1945. She joined the faculty of the University of Minnesota College of Home Economics in 1945, until retiring in 1980. Parachute Silk Bra, 1940s Gift of Gertrude Esteros
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Seed Pearl Earrings and Brooch These seed pearl earrings were said to have been worn to the inauguration of President Garfield in 1881. Garfield’s Inaugural Ball was held in the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building which was still in the final stages of construction. According to a flyer for the ball the decor was “artistic, munificent, and attractive, embellished by the coats-of-arms of the different States, handsomely festooned with State flags and seals.” Seed pearl earrings and brooch, 1750-1890, Gift of Florence S. Hensel
WAVE’s Uniform During World War II, Dorothy applied for a commission in the WAVES, the newly formed women’s branch of the Navy and was named Senior Uniform Officer at the WAVES training station. Dorothy noted that “Between February 1943 and August 1945, my department put 90, 000 women in navy blue. It was a unique experience because it was an unprecedented, ingenious, efficient, and cooperative effort between the military and six highly competitive New York department stores.” In 1944, Dorothy married Herbert Leeds proudly wearing her dress blues.
WAVE’s Uniform, 1940-1949 Wool Gift of Dorothy Samuelson Leeds
Commemorative Scarf
Dress and Hat This ensemble was donated by the wife of the former Vice President, Muriel Humphrey Brown. Hubert Humphrey served as the 38th Vice President alongside Lyndon B. Johnson. He went on to run for president in 1968, losing to Richard Nixon. During his presidential bid, the Humphrey campaign opened a retail store in Washington, D.C, that merchandised a variety of Humphrey election paraphernalia including apparel. When her husband passed away in 1978, she took his place as a Minnesota senator – making Humphrey Brown the first wife of a Vice President to hold office.
Summer 2016
Dress by Frankie Welch Silk Gift of Muriel Humphrey Brown
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Legends of the Collection
Scarf by Bonnie Cashin Silk Gift of Bonnie Cashin
This limited edition scarf by designer Bonnie Cashin was commissioned in 1976 by the Twin Cities Fashion Group International to commemorate the opening of McNeal Hall and the Goldstein Gallery. Proceeds from the sale of the scarf ($20) were donated to the Goldstein Gallery, now the Goldstein Museum of Design. The Goldstein Museum of Design also received the original sketch for the scarf and seven alternate designs.
In 2010, GMD’s Advisory Board transformed the on-campus Garden Party to an annual benefit held in multiple locations across the Twin Cities. The resulting design-themed events have raised important funds to support the ongoing collection photography project and free exhibitions. These annual events have been held in locations from theaters to private homes and regularly feature original work by students from the College of Design. As we celebrate GMD’s 40th anniversary with Design Is…, the 7th annual benefit, here’s a look at a selection of recent events. Which did you attend?
2012 Mad About Design
2013 Design Roars!
Held at the 1952 Davis/Winton/Nelson house designed by architect Philip Johnson, this event coincided with the new season of the 1960s series Mad Men. Guests came in 1960s attire, had their photo taken with a vintage car, and tried hula-hooping. Tours by Robert and Carolyn Nelson of their home and collection were filled to capacity. Honorary cochairs were Pauline Altermatt and Dolores DeFore.
The 1924 Zimmerman/Riesberg house, home of Christine Hartman and Robert Riesberg, was filled with antiques, guests in flapper attire, and talented tango dancers. Guests roamed the grounds of this beautiful setting and discovered the poet’s cabin on Sunfish Lake. They remembered the evening with photos by 1920s cars or in a photo booth. Honorary chair was Linda Boelter.
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OUT OF THE GALLERY: GMD’S ANNUAL DESIGN-THEMED BENEFIT
2014 2015 RSVP extended to September Legendary Lake Design 8 Design Goes to the Opera house, revealed to VIP ticket-holders how the home Come enjoy hearty appetizers and gourmet pastries featuring channeled cooling lake breezes to create a comfortable specialties like mini lobster rolls and lavender cookies, and silent summer environment. Apparel design students showcased auction items including unique objects and experiences that their innovative looks to lively jazz candle-lit lanterns support our local business and arts community. greeted departing guests at dusk. Honorary chair was Delores Brooks.
Auction items include experiences at: Minnesota Opera American Swedish Institute Raptor Center Minneapolis Institute of Arts The W Minneapolis at the Foshay Jungle Theater Weisman Art Museum The Bell Museum Minnesota Historical Society
& objects from: Grand Hand Gallery Chocolat Celeste Drew Beson (artwork) Fulton Brewery Goldfinch More info at: z.umn.edu/lakedesign If you still haven’t purchased your ticket for the GMD’s Annual Design Benefit, give us a call at: 612-624-7434 2016September 8 bySummer Monday,
The explosive Mill City Museum was the site for program partner Mill City Summer Opera’s demonstration of operatic singing and stage combat. VIP ticket-holders were treated to backstage tours of costume and stage design. All guests enjoyed works by apparel design students, UMN student musicians, and dramatic diva costuming. Honorary chair was Tom Fisher. Become a member today to support GMD's mission to provide access to good design and design thinking for all!
Gallery 241
Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm Weekends 1:30-4:30pm McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, MN 55108
HGA Gallery
Monday-Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 1-5pm Rapson Hall, 89 Church St, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Goldstein Museum of Design 364 McNeal Hall 1985 Buford Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55108
The programs listed above are made possible in part by a grant provided by the Minnesota State Arts Board through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage fund with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008, and a grant from the National goldstein.design.umn.edu Endowment for the Arts.
Out of the Gallery
RSVP today to celebrate the last days of summer with the Goldstein Museum of Wright’s Design!1926 Lake Minnetonka Tours of Meadow Knoll, Zita
From the Director – Summer 2016
Happy 40th Anniversary The Future of Everything
“Everything is designed, good and bad. As a design student I am studying everything – from urban planning to advertising. So it means a lot, it’s the future of everything. Good design is all the things we don’t notice. They are seamlessly integrated into our culture; it’s the bad designs we remember. The good ones we use every day without thinking about it.” – Student
This year, the Goldstein Museum of Design celebrates 40 years of exhibitions, programs, and professional collection management that began in McNeal Hall. However, the collection had its start much earlier in the late 1930s, when the Goldstein sisters, Harriet and Vetta, began collecting and using objects in their classes to demonstrate that good design can be found from the ideas of creative problem-solvers in all times and cultures. They influenced generations of students who, in turn, influenced other students, colleagues, employees, and family members to notice and appreciate good design around them. How have we learned empathy for others by this practice of examining objects more deeply? Exploring design solutions from other times and cultures allows us to listen deeply to the voices of other problem-solvers as they addressed immediate issues facing them. The future of design, then, is intertwined with those voices of the past and by contemporary social, political, technological, and cultural change. The experience that the Goldstein sisters introduced through close examination of good design continues today. Faculty members refer students to GMD’s collection based on an understanding that knowledge of tradition and innovation of the past can inspire good designs for the future. Students, in turn, use this information to notice good design and see shared humanity. Who or what influenced you to see good design? A teacher or mentor? A challenge you tackled to help others? Tell us your design story on GMD’s social media as we celebrate 40 Years of Good Design!
GMD Staff Jeffrey Arcand Gallery Staff
Autumn Beckman Gallery Staff
Elizabeth Bischoff Gallery Staff
Christine Fantle Gallery Staff
Sarah Forsythe Gallery Staff
Laureen Gibson
Dora Agee Waller Collection Assistant
Eunice Haugen Registrar
Breana Jones
Lila Bath Communications Assistant
Rea Jorgaqi Gallery Staff
Sydney Komoto Gallery Staff
Barbara Lutz
Administrative Assistant
Jean McElvain Associate Curator
Kendall Moon Gallery Staff
Lin Nelson-Mayson Director
Rebekah Njaa Preparator
Yours in design,
Shelby Putney Gallery Staff
Ellen Skoro Photographer
Grant Taylor Gallery Staff
Jacob Taylor
Gallery Staff
Lin Nelson-Mayson
Shan Yu
Dora Agee Waller Graphic Design Assistant
Candlestick, 1900-1915 by Louis Comfort Tiffany cast brass with favrile glass liner Gift of Harriet and Vetta Goldstein 10
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New and Renewing Members Barbara Taylor Anderson & Richard Cooper (Sustainers) Sue Bartolutti (Sustainer) Rachel Anthony Dr Catherine Cerny Prof Thomas Fisher & Claudia Wielgorecki Dr Evelyn Franklin Kathryn Glessing Mary Ellen Haggerty Mary Lou Hidalgo Sally Fefercorn Hyslop & David Hyslop Shanthini Logendran Lin Nelson-Mayson (Sustainer) Heather Olson Mark R Schultz (Sustainer) Lois Simeral Stephanie & Paul Zollinger Life members Joanne Eicher Gertrude Esteros
GMD ADVISORY BOARD 2015-2016 OFFICERS PRESIDENT Kent Hensley, Hensley Creative SECRETARY Shanthini Logendran, Holly Hunt
Board Members Moira Bateman, artist Sarah Dwyer, retail consultant Matthew Hatch, RR Donnelley Mary Lou Hidalgo, writer/ strategist Heidi Libera, Streeter & Associates John Ollmann, Signals Heather Olson, Soladay Olson Barbara Redmond, Barbara Redmond Design, Inc. Kate Solomonson, School of Architecture, University of Minnesota EX-OFFICIO
GENERAL SUPPORT Dr Catherine E Cerny Kareen Daby D Jack & Gail C Davis Douglas A & Ruth Hanold Crane Katharine & Richard Fournier Mary Ellen Haggerty Marit Lee Kucera
Interim Dean Becky Yust, College of Design Renee Cheng, Associate Dean of Research Lin Nelson-Mayson, Director
Batik sampler, 1910-1920 Made in Indonesia resist and dye on cotton Gift of Harriet and Vetta Goldstein
Director’s Fund Sue J. Bartolutti MATCHING FOUNDATION Chevron Corporation General Mills Foundation NIELS DIFFRIENT FUND
All GMD programming is made possible in part by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support Grant, thanks to legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund and a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Funding for the collection photography project was made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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Painted Bowls from the Collection
Hand-painted wood bowl, 1935-1940 by Kristof Slanina for WPA Handicraft Dist. 3 No. 253, Gift of Anne Rukert
Hand-painted wood bowl, 1930-1939 Museum Collection
Hand-painted wood bowl, 1930-1939 Museum Collection