GRAM on the Green | Thursdays July 7 — Aug 11, 2016
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2015 – 2016 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Jane Boyles Meilner President Tamara R. Bailey Vice President Christopher Rosmarin
Dear members, friends, and guests,
Secretary/Treasurer Patricia Betz Khary Bridgewater Marilyn Crawford Sam Cummings Rick DeVos Sydney DeVos Joseph Doele Len Dyer Diane Griffin Kurt Hassberger Dirk Hoffius Melissa Howell Robert Koenen Tom Merchant Lizbeth O’Shaughnessy Carol Sarosik Seth Starner Eddie T.L. Tadlock Joy Uddin Mark J. Wassink Mitchell Watt Meg Miller Willit
2015 – 2016 FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Douglas Williams President Christopher Rosmarin Secretary/Treasurer Meg Goebel Greg Hooks Barbara Jackoboice Jane Boyles Meilner Lauretta K. Murphy Douglas Padnos Mitchell Watt
HONORARY LIFE TRUSTEES
Margaret Bradshaw Anita Carter Pamella DeVos Marilyn Q. Drake David G. Frey Mary Ann Keeler Luci King Mary Loupee Kate Pew Wolters
COVER: Photo by Dianne Carroll Burdick
We have an incredible summer in store for you at the Museum! From exciting exhibitions and outdoor concerts, to art-making workshops and member travel, everyone has an opportunity to join in on the fun! We’re thrilled to present our feature exhibition, The Collection in Context, a community-wide celebration showcasing some of our finest works in GRAM’s collection. Many individuals throughout Grand Rapids—teens, university students, arts professionals, and others—have collaborated with GRAM to explore the multiple meanings of art across centuries, disciplines, and genres. You’ll see some of your favorites from Andy Warhol, Richard Diebenkorn, and Alexander Calder, as well as some lesser-known treasures from the Museum’s collection. Opening May 19, the next installment of our Michigan Artist Series, Maureen Nollette: Honorable Ordinaries explores the beauty and meaning of repetitive patterns and grid systems through installations created from familiar household materials. Visitors are invited to take a seat and enjoy Maureen Nollette’s window installation on display in our light-filled East Court. GRAM on the Green returns this summer, and promises to be hotter than ever! Each Thursday evening from July 7 through August 11, join us on the Museum Terrace for exceptional live music from local acts like Vox Vidorra, The Crane Wives, and Grupo Aye. Make the most of your Thursday nights with cool drinks from the cash bar, dancing, and some of the best food trucks in town. New this season, we’ll have one late night from 9:00 pm – midnight. Once the sun goes down, you’re invited to dance the night away to house music by SuperDre and lazerz by AJPASCHKA. I look forward to seeing you around the Museum soon! Warmly,
Dana Friis-Hansen Director and CEO
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The Collection in Context May 22, 2016 – August 14, 2016
This summer, experience your art museum's collection like never before.
Support for this exhibition is generously provided by:
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James and Mary Nelson Dirk Hoffius
The Collection in Context brings together the finest works in GRAM's permanent collection with select loans from the Whitney Museum of American Art and exclusive private collections, rarely on public view.
In Kind Donation:
Greg and Meg Willit
Additional funding is provided by the GRAM Exhibition Society
Donald Battjes, Jr.
Listing as of print date
ABOVE: Richard Diebenkorn (American, 1922–1993). Ingleside, 1963. Oil on canvas. 81 13/16 x 69 1/2 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum Purchase, 1967.1.1. © The Richard Diebenkorn Foundation NOW AT THE GRAND RAPIDS ART MUSEUM
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The exhibition will feature many of GRAM's exciting new acquisitions and works of art never seen in Grand Rapids, such as Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe and Jun Kaneko’s Large Dango, alongside beloved classics by Alexander Calder, Mary Cassatt, Richard Diebenkorn, Paul Gauguin, and more. Important temporary loans round out the exhibition, including photography by Cindy Sherman, prints by Elizabeth Catlett, and new work from Anila Quayyum Agha.
The Collection in Context rearranges and remixes art work from different time periods, styles, and media to present new and unexpected ways of looking, learning, and responding to art. Art can inspire such varied, personal, and beautiful responses, depending on our own unique experiences and perspectives. The Collection in Context celebrates this variety of perspectives within our own community. A special element of the exhibition is the diverse interpretations of artwork by Grand Rapids community members, which will be featured in writing throughout the exhibition. A broad cross-section of individuals have participated in this effort, including artists, students, educators, spiritual leaders, historians, and activists. GRAM is excited to present its collection in this new way, and we hope you’ll share your own reactions, opinions, and responses to the works featured in The Collection in Context.
Chief Curator, Ron Platt, has arranged the exhibition into four distinct thematic groupings: The Evolving Landscape presents paintings and works on paper that embody humankind’s evolving relationship with the natural world and the changing ways we depict the natural world in art. Faith and Its Symbols includes works of art that incorporate the symbols and icons of the world’s major faiths: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism. These collected works demonstrate the interconnectedness of faith and symbolism and give insight into the cultures in which each object was produced. Nature-based Abstraction showcases abstract sculpture, painting, and decorative objects inspired by nature. Representing Women includes works featuring female subjects that reveal society’s changing attitudes toward women over the past two centuries.
ABOVE: Pat Steir (American, b. 1938). Between the Trees, 2014. Oil on canvas. 96 x 96 inches. Courtesy of Cheim and Read, New York
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ABOVE TOP: Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987). Marilyn Monroe (Marilyn), 1967. Screenprint on paper. 40 x 40 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, A tribute gift, in honor of Mary Nelson's passionate dedication to Education and the Arts for young people, by her husband James Pingree Nelson, 2015.12. © 2016 The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
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You Won't Want to Miss These Upcoming Events! EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT
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Member Preview Party
Curating the Collection
Friday, May 20, 2016
Saturday, May 21, 2016
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free, members only
Free for members, free with admission
Join us for the opening of The Collection in Context! GRAM Member Preview Parties feature complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar, and are the perfect opportunity to view the exhibition before it’s open to the public while connecting with fellow art-lovers.
Please join us for a lecture by GRAM’s Chief Curator, Ron Platt, who will discuss the thinking and planning that went into GRAM’s new exhibition, The Collection in Context.
Please RSVP by calling 616.831.2909 or online at memberpreviewcontext.kintera.org
TOURS
Drop-in Tours June 11, 2016, June 14, 2016, June 28, 2016
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT
July 12, 2016, July 26, 2016, August 13, 2016
Member Day
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Saturday, May 21, 2016
Free for members, free with admission
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Explore the galleries with one of GRAM’s dedicated docents to learn more about The Collection in Context. This is a fantastic opportunity for art-lovers of all ages to explore the many excellent works in the Museum’s collection.
Free, members only
Drop into GRAM with friends and family for an exclusive peek at The Collection in Context before it opens to the public! GRAM members and their guests can enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages. For more information, please contact Juliana Nahas-Viilo at 616.831.2912 or membership@artmuseumgr.org
OPPOSITE, VERTICALLY CENTERED: Tapio Wirkkala (Finnish, 1915–1985). Leaf Platter, 1951. Laminated birch wood. Produced by Marti Lindqvist, Helsinki. 3/4 x 18 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum Purchase, Frank and Ann Battistella Fund, 2008.1
For more information, please contact Guest Services at 616.831.1000.
ABOVE: Paul Gauguin (French, 1848–1903). Auti te Pape (Women at the River) from Paul Gauguin 10 Traesnit (Ten Woodcuts), 1893–1899. Woodcut on laid paper. 21 x 25 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Gift of Mabel H. Perkins, 1949.2.24-33
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Mirror Memory June 3, 2016 – August 21, 2016 Since its invention in the mid-19th century, photography has been crucial to how we see ourselves and the world we live in. Drawn entirely from GRAM’s permanent collection, Mirror Memory surveys two centuries of photographic landscapes, portraits, novelties, and experimental works, including examples of early daguerreotypes and tintypes, classic black and white images, and large-scale digital prints in bold color. Among the photographers represented are Berenice Abbott, Julia Margaret Cameron, Robert Frank, and Edward Steichen—some of the medium’s most prominent names. Mirror Memory refers to the term “the mirror with a memory,” which was coined to describe photography’s uncanny ability to capture and keep an image for all time. As this exhibition amply demonstrates, photography still has the power to fascinate, move, and challenge viewers. RIGHT: Gordon Parks (American, 1912–2006). Muhammad Ali, Miami, Florida, 1966, printed 1970. Gelatin silver print on paper. 12 7/8 x 10 1/16 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Museum purchase, 2006.55. Courtesy of and copyright The Gordon Parks Foundation
Michigan Artist Series Maureen Nollette: Honorable Ordinaries May 19, 2016 – August 14, 2016 Maureen Nollette’s work explores the beauty and meaning of repetitive patterns, grid systems, and their collective place within both modern art and traditional textile crafts. Nollette’s installation of with/without is comprised of rows of chevrons in a decorative pattern that covers large portions of an exterior window. The viewer’s range of vision is influenced or obstructed by the pervasive shapes, allowing the choice to either see the chevrons, or see past them. The chevron, an angled shape that references the roof of a house, is an honorable ordinary that symbolizes protection. Honorable ordinaries are the original marks of distinction on coats-of-arms indicating the owner’s distinguished service. The chevron’s dual connotations of private home life and public service echoes the grid’s dual presence in domestic craft and fine art. ABOVE RIGHT: Maureen Nollette (American, b. 1964). Installation view, with/without, 2013. Contact paper, scrim, light source. Five 95 x 115 inch windows. Photo: Matthew Patulski
GALLERY TALK
Gallery Talk with Maureen Nollette Thursday, June 2, 2016 7:00 pm, Free
Maureen Nollette will discuss the creation of her work, and how she manipulates material, space, and form as part of a framework that questions the social constructs of debased gender and labor stereotypes. Support for this exhibition is generously provided by: Steelcase Inc. Porter Foundation The Jury Foundation Listing as of print date
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Whistler and his Circle: Etchings from the Permanent Collection May 22, 2016 – August 14, 2016 James McNeill Whistler (1834–1903) was an international artist, one of the 19th century’s true masters. His early paintings and prints were rooted in European Realism, and his etching style in particular drew inspiration from seventeenth-century Dutch artists such as Rembrandt. Whistler soon turned away from Realism toward a more expressive style, creating paintings, pastels, and prints of people and landscapes drawn with poetic suggestiveness rather than visual accuracy. The sketchy quality of his mature work was sometimes seen in a negative light, with critics accusing him of showing unfinished work. This lack of finish and detail had much in common with the art of the French Impressionists, who were then coming into prominence. Whistler had a full social and artistic life interacting with an extensive community of artists. This exhibition focuses on five of the artists who worked alongside him: Otto Bacher, Frank Duveneck, Francis Seymour Haden, Alphonse Legros, and Mortimer Menpes,
as well as other artists who knew Whistler personally, including Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Édouard Manet, and James Tissot. All of the prints in the exhibition were created during Whistler’s lifetime, giving the viewer a unique window into the artistic world surrounding this remarkable artist. ABOVE: James McNeill Whistler (American, 1834–1903). Detail, Rotherhithe, 1860. Etching on cream laid paper. 10.75 x 7.8 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, Gift of the Ralph Harmon Booth Fund, 1956.2.94
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Iris van Herpen: Transforming Fashion October 23, 2016 – January 15, 2017 Iris van Herpen: Transforming Fashion features 45 one-of-a-kind haute couture looks by Dutch fashion designer, Iris van Herpen. Van Herpen is internationally acclaimed for her combination of traditional craftsmanship and futuristic, innovative techniques— including some of the world’s first examples of 3Dprinted fashion. Her visually impressive, sculptural designs often feature unusual materials such as umbrella ribs and synthetic boat rigging. Her work has been worn by style icons such as Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, and Bjork and has graced the runways of Amsterdam, London, and Paris. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the bold vision of one of today's most original fashion designers! RIGHT: Iris van Herpen. Hybrid Holism, Dress, July 2012 3-D printed UV-curable polymer. In collaboration with Julia Koerner and Materialise High Museum of Art, Supported by the Friends of Iris van Herpen, 2015.170. Photo by Bart Oomes, No 6 Studios
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ArtPrize 2016 at GRAM: Past/Present/Future ®
September 1, 2016 – October 30, 2016
GRAM’s 2016 ArtPrize exhibition, Past/Present/Future will feature the work of artists who are considering this broad theme from myriad perspectives. Presented throughout Levels I and II of the Museum, the exhibition will bring together an array of artists creating in a diverse range of media. Works included may concern dramatic moments in history, memorialize individuals or events, assess current cultural conditions, muse on time, or envision life in the near or distant future.
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENT
Member Party Friday, September 16, 2016 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Free, members only
Support for this exhibition is generously provided by:
In Kind Donations:
Dirk Hoffius
Schuil Coffee Co.
Applause Catering + Events
Steelcase Inc.
Listing as of print date
James and Mary Nelson Gill Rothbury Farms Greg and Meg Willit
Join us for an exclusive evening showcasing GRAM’s 2016 ArtPrize entries! This annual event is a joyous community celebration of some of the finest work to be found in the highly anticipated international art completion. Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar with friends before you head into the galleries and explore the exhibition. Please RSVP by calling 616.831.2909 or online at grampartyartprize.kintera.org
AFTER PARTY
GRAM After Dark ArtPrize 2016 at GRAM: Past/Present/Future Friday, September 16, 2016 9:00 pm – Midnight, ages 21+ Free for members, $10 in advance, $12 at the door
Once the sun goes down, celebrate ArtPrize at GRAM after hours with a silent dance party! Grab a cool drink and dance the night away to one of three battling DJs—playing sounds from the past, present, and future. Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar, and admission to Past/Present/Future. This event is powered by Quiet Events
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Volunteer during ArtPrize September 21 – October 9, 2016
GRAM welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Museum each year during ArtPrize, and volunteers are always an essential part of the fun-filled event! Our volunteers help with greeting, way-finding, ArtPrize voter registration, art-making activities, and more. Shifts range from 2 to 3 hours, and you get to choose when and where you work. Are you part of a group, club, or organization that wants to get in on the action and volunteer together? We can work with groups of up to 15 people who want to help during this exciting time at GRAM. For more information about volunteering at GRAM, please contact Kris Shannon at volunteer@artmuseumgr.org
Member Benefits During ArtPrize September 23 through October 11, 2015
GRAM members receive exclusive benefits during ArtPrize! As a member, you’ll be the first to view GRAM’s ArtPrize exhibition—with the opportunity to meet GRAM’s ArtPrize artists. Other perks include avoiding the crowds with GRAM’s early member hours, access to the Museum through our exclusive Member Entrance, and the relaxing Member Terrace. Members may share these benefits with up to four guests during ArtPrize. Watch for your guest admission passes in the mail! For more information, please contact Juliana Nahas-Viilo at 616.831.2912 or membership@artmuseumgr.org
Drop-in Tour
Family Art-making Activities
Saturday, September 3, 2016
Saturdays and Sundays, September 24 – October 9, 2016
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free for members, free with admission
Free
Beat the crowds and see ArtPrize at GRAM early! Come alone, or with a group of your closest friends, and begin your ArtPrize experience by exploring the Museum’s galleries with one of our fantastic docents.
Drop into GRAMStudio during ArtPrize to create a work of art inspired by the work of an ArtPrize entry at GRAM. Visitors of all ages are welcome to participate in these fun, hands-on activities that the whole family will enjoy!
For more information, please contact Guest Services at 616.831.1000.
For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org
GRAM Exhibition Society The GRAM Exhibition Society is a dedicated group of Museum patrons whose generosity provides the annual support necessary to ensure growth and sustainability for the Museum’s dynamic exhibition calendar.
James and Mary Nelson
Donald Battjes, Jr.
Dirk Hoffius
Robert Daverman, AIA / Grand Rapids
Greg and Meg Willit
Community Foundation
Shelley Padnos and Carol Sarosik
Glen Johnson and Tom Merchant
The Louis and Helen Padnos Foundation
Dana Friis-Hansen and Mark Holzbach
Progressive AE
Bill and Kate Scarbrough
Rothbury Farms
Our thanks to each of GRAM's Exhibition Society Members for their generous support!
For more information about GRAM's Exhibition Society, please visit artmuseumgr.org/support/exhibition-society/ or contact Laura Bull at 616.831.2907 or lbull@artmuseumgr.org NOW AT THE GRAND RAPIDS ART MUSEUM
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Saturday Family Fun GRAMStudio Drop-In Family Saturdays Saturdays 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Free for members, free with admission
The next time you visit the Museum on a Saturday, be sure to drop in to GRAMStudio to enjoy hands-on art activities for the whole family. Visitors of all ages are welcome! For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org
JUNE: Geometric Block Prints Create block prints inspired by Maureen Nollette’s geometric installations. Discover the variety of linear designs that can be made using geometric lines and shapes while exploring printmaking techniques.
AUGUST: Fun with Sun Prints Explore photography in the Museum before making a camera-less photograph. Learn about the history of cyanotypes, or sun prints. Arrange objects on light-sensitive paper, then set your composition out in the sun to see what develops.
JULY: Pop Art Screen Prints (pictured above) See Andy Warhol’s Marilyn and learn about Pop Art. Then, pull a screen print down in GRAMStudio. Experiment with color variations to create your own series of prints.
SEPTEMBER: Calder-Inspired Sculptures Create a freestanding paper sculpture inspired by the planes and shapes in Alexander Calder’s La Grande Vitesse.
Sponsored by:
Create a Masterpiece with Your Child Parent & Child Workshop: Calder-Inspired Mobiles Saturday, July 16, 2016 10:00 am – 12:00 pm $10 per child, $5 per parent for members $15 per child, $8 per parent for non-members
Bring your child to GRAM to discover the bold, colorful art of Alexander Calder. Work with your child to make a hanging sculpture that moves with the breeze—the perfect mobile for your child’s room! Open to all ages. For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org Registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at mobiles.kintera.org
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Unleash Your Creativity Adult Workshop: Pinhole Photography
Adult Workshop: Patterning Light
Saturday, June 18, 2016
Saturday, August 6, 2016
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
$20 members, $25 non-members
$10 members, 15 non-members
Ditch your digital camera and discover an old school photography technique. Explore photographs from GRAM’s collection in the galleries, then head into GRAMStudio to make your own pinhole camera. Take a picture and develop it in an improvised darkroom. Participants will take home their pinhole camera, photos, list of suppliers, and tips for setting up a home darkroom or working with instant film. No experience is necessary—just an open mind and a willingness to try something new. Open to ages 18+.
Discover the meaning behind the art of Maureen Nollette: Honorable Ordinaries. Make a window hanging inspired by historic patterns that filters natural light as it streams into your home. No experience is necessary— just an open mind and a willingness to try something new. Open to ages 18+. For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org Registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at light.kintera.org
For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org Registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at pinhole.kintera.org
Creativity Uncorked: Sea-Form Sculptures Friday, July 8, 2016 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $25 members, $30 non-members
Grab a glass of wine and experience a lively and unforgettable night at the Museum! Enter the galleries to discover the nature-based abstractions found in The Collection in Context before you head into GRAMStudio to create beautiful barnacle sculptures using plaster, plastic, and balloons. Open to ages 21+. For more information, please contact Crystal Chesnik at 616.831.2927 or cchesnik@artmuseumgr.org Registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at seaform.kintera.org
Creativity Uncorked: Sea-Form Sculptures
Little Member Morning! Little Member Morning Saturday, June 11, 2016 10:00 am – 11:45 am Free for members, free with admission
Join us for an extra special morning designed just for GRAM's littlest members! Take your budding art lover on a docent-led tour through the galleries where they can explore paintings, sculpture, photography, and more. After the tour, our special guests will be treated to story time and sketching in the galleries, where they can create their own masterpieces inspired by the artwork surrounding them. While our Little Member Morning is perfect for members ages 4 to 8, all ages are welcome to join the fun!
For more information, please contact Juliana Nahas-Viilo at 616.831.2912 or jnahas-viilo@artmuseumgr.org Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at littlemembermorning.kintera.org
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Pack Your Bags! Artful Excursion: Detroit Institute of Arts Friday, June 10, 2016 $180 per person for members and one non-member guest $205 per person for non-members
Join GRAM's Associate Curator, Cindy Buckner for an exciting road trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts where you can explore their newest exhibition, Dance! American Art 1830 – 1960. This multimedia exhibition features more than 90 of America's most spectacular works of art alongside cinematic representations that explain and celebrate dance as central to American life and culture. The exhibition brings together some of the greatest 19th century American artists including John Singer Sargent, Winslow Homer, and Mary Cassatt, and spotlights the superstars of the Harlem Renaissance including Aaron Douglas, William Johnson, and James Van Der Zee, and features artists who shaped the aesthetics of modern dance including Isamu Noguchi, Jasper Johns, and Andy Warhol. ABOVE RIGHT: Detail, The Green Ballet. Everett Shinn, 1943, oil on canvas. The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg, PA ,Gift of the William A. Coulter Fund. 1958.35
You and your fellow road-trippers will enjoy bagels and coffee on the bus, a guided tour of the Detroit Institute of Arts, a delicious group lunch, and complementary wine and snacks for the ride home. For more information, please contact Juliana Nahas-Viilo at 616.831.2912 or jnahas-viilo@artmuseumgr.org Register online today at detroittravel.kintera.org
GRAM on the Green Thursdays, July 7 through August 11, 2016 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EXCEPT on July 21, 9:00 pm – 12:00 am Free
GRAM on the Green is back and better than ever! The annual outdoor summer concert series returns for its 8th season with a hot lineup of six performances from some of the best local and regional acts. Make the most of your summer evenings and join GRAM for Thursday nights filled with FREE outdoor live music, dancing, food trucks, and a cash bar. Come for the music and stay for the art, as the Museum is also open late for Meijer Free Thursday Nights! For more information, please contact Lizzie Payne at 616.831.2910 or lpayne@artmuseumgr.org
Support for GRAM on the Green is provided by:
July 7: 6:00 – 9:00 Vox Viddora, Indie Rock/Soul July 14: 6:00 – 9:00 The Crane Wives, Folk Rock July 21: 9:00 – 12:00 SuperDre and AJPASCHKA, House & Lazerz (ages 21 + only) July 28: 6:00 – 9:00 Serita’s Black Rose, R&B August 4: 6:00 – 9:00 Grupo Aye, Salsa August 11: 6:00 – 9:00 The Gayelynn McKinney Quartet, Jazz
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Summer Fun For Families Festival of the Arts: Wind Power! Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sunday, June 5, 2016 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Free admission during Festival of the Arts
Harness the power of the wind during Festival of the Arts! Join us in the Pocket Park located near Wege Plaza to make a pinwheel from recycled paper and send it spinning.
Stroller Tour May 21, July 16, and August 13, 2016 10:30 am – 11:30 am Free for members, free with admission
Moms, dads, caregivers, and grandparents are invited to join us for an interactive tour and discussion inspired by our latest exhibitions and permanent collection. Expect a special kind of outing where no one minds if your baby lends their opinion with a coo or a cry. Each month, the tour will focus on a new topic to engage your child with art, such as animals, colors, or shapes. Strollers are permitted; carrying or baby wearing is encouraged! This event is perfect for babies aged 0 to 18 months. The docent led tour with GRAM staff will be followed by complimentary coffee, juice, fruit, and adult conversation.
The tour will meet at the guest services desk in the lobby. Space is limited! Please register today by calling 616.831.2912 or online at strollertour.kintera.org
Get Behind-the-Scenes, Insider Access to GRAM Docent Recruitment Reception Tuesday, June 7, 2016 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Free
GRAM docents are volunteer art educators that engage in conversations with our guests about the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. Being a docent means being part of a long standing prestigious tradition of sharing knowledge and the Museum experience with others. Docents get a behind-the-scenes look at GRAM’s collection and exhibitions, life-long learning opportunities, and insider access to special guests, artists, and curators at GRAM. They also get to be part of one of the best groups around, who share their love of art with each other and our guests.
Many of GRAM’s docents didn’t have teaching experience before they joined our team. An ideal docent is outgoing, friendly, flexible, dedicated, and comfortable with public speaking. We provide each of our provisional (in-training) docents with a 7-month program of art education, during which they attend weekly training sessions. Collaborative learning and a specifically designed curriculum provide the content and practical knowledge necessary to lead groups of all ages through GRAM’s galleries. Join us at the next docent recruitment reception, where we will be welcoming new recruits who want to experience GRAM on a whole new level and join this community of fun and active learners.
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Corporate Partner Spotlight: Reagan Marketing & Design, LLC Their location at the corner of Eureka and Wealthy gives Reagan Marketing + Design an appreciation for the richness of Uptown’s Wealthy Street Business District. Inside the recently revitalized building is a team of 28 dedicated individuals who work hard for their clients and their community. Not only is Reagan Marketing + Design a sponsor of GRAM’s Summer Art Camps, their design team finds time to volunteer at the camps. “We want to make an impact beyond simply making a donation,” shared Mary Reagan Shapton, firm Founder and Owner. “We look for opportunities that leverage our talents and inform our creative process. Being able to get out and work with kids gives us much needed levity, and it’s fun—our work is intense so it’s exceptionally rewarding for our team to help kids experience art.” “Our Corporate Partnership has been rewarding, and we are trying to be more intentional about getting out to experience resources locally,” continued Reagan Shapton. “The vitality of the Museum keeps growing, and spending time there inspires us in the work that we do. It’s important for us to stay connected with the local art and business community.”
Reagan Marketing + Design is approaching its 25th anniversary, and has been a strong supporter of GRAM and our Corporate Partnership program for over three years. Learn more about Reagan Marketing + Design at reaganmarketing.com Interested in learning more about our Corporate Partner program? Contact Marnie McGuire at 616.831.2901 or mmcguire@artmuseumgr.org
An Artful Evening with Bill and Marilyn Crawford Live Artfully Dinner Friday, September 9, 2016 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
We are delighted to announce the fourth annual Live Artfully Dinner honoring Bill and Marilyn Crawford for their passion and leadership in expanding participation in the arts, providing opportunities for student achievement, and strengthening the vitality of our community. This annual event applauds the vibrant culture of our community, and the individuals whose leadership, support, and collaboration make it possible. Proceeds from the event help GRAM to continue to present our audiences with exceptional educational programs and exhibitions, and enables us to continue our collaborative efforts with the many wonderful cultural institutions in our community.
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Limited tickets will be available beginning July 1, 2016 at artmuseumgr.org/liveartfully. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. For information, please contact Marnie McGuire at 616.831.2901 or mmcguire@artmuseumgr.org
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Make GRAM a Part of Your Legacy Miner S. and Mary Ann Keeler Legacy Society Annual Legacy Luncheon Monday, June 13, 2016 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
We invite you to learn more about joining the Legacy Society at the eighth annual Legacy Luncheon! Legacy gifts strengthen the Museum’s endowment, providing much-needed annual income that helps the Museum continue to present a dynamic calendar of exhibitions, weekend family programming, and collaborations with schools and cultural institutions. As the endowment grows, so does the Museum’s secure future. Donors who contribute through a planned gift or make a provision for the Museum in their estate plans are eligible to join the Miner S. and Mary Ann Keeler Legacy Society.
It’s easy to become a Legacy Society member: • No minimum gift is required to join. • Your gift information can be completely confidential at your request. • One of the easiest and most popular ways of making a Legacy Gift is to remember the Museum in your will. • In addition to a gift in your will, there are other ways you may make a legacy gift. You can name the Museum as a beneficiary of your retirement plan or life insurance policy. Doing so is as simple as filling out a beneficiary designation form from your plan provider or administrator. For information or to RSVP, please contact Laura Bull at 616.831.2907 or lbull@artmuseumgr.org. Join today by filling out the intention form at artmuseumgr.org/planned-giving With any decision involving your assets, the Grand Rapids Art Museum encourages donors to consult independent professional counsel prior to making a gift.
Friday Night Weddings Reserve space for the wedding of your dreams at GRAM on Friday nights! The Museum offers a variety of wedding packages perfect for your special day. The simple lines and understated beauty of GRAM’s architecture provide a unique backdrop for weddings and corporate events. Let our professional and attentive staff assist you in making your fairytale wedding come to life! For more information, or for a tour of our facility, contact Karen Carpenter at kcarpenter@artmuseumgr.org or 616.831.2916
The Museum Store OzoBot This color tracking, programmable robot detects colors and codes which tell it to blink, spin, make U-turns, pause, or race against other OzoBots. Create your own puzzles, games, obstacles, or loops. OzoBot will fuel your creative thinking, refine your logic, and provide you with arcade fun at work and home. OzoBot tracks color codes on plain paper or tablets. Swing in to The Museum Store and watch OzoBot in action. Please call The Museum Store for more information: 616.831.2920
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TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY: 10 am – 5 pm 10 am – 9 pm THURSDAY: 10 am – 5 pm FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 12 noon – 5 pm SUNDAY: closed MONDAY:
Members: Adults: Seniors/Students (w/ID): Youth (6–17): Ages 5 and under:
GRAM is closed on Independence Day, July 4, 2016.
Special exhibition admission may apply. Call or check the website for details.
Handicap parking is available in ramps. Curbside drop-off and wheelchairs also available. Call GRAM Security at 616.242.5033.
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Free general admission on Meijer Free Tuesdays.
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GROUPS Auditorium is equipped with assisted hearing
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Now at the Grand Rapids Art Museum is a triannual publication featuring the programs and events of the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Programs and publications of GRAM are made possible in part with the support of the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Grand Rapids Art Museum Foundation Endowment. NOW at GRAM is printed on recycled paper.
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