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LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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VOLUNTEER NEWS Volunteer of the Quarter, Intern Spotlight, and In Memoriam
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BY ALMA DOUGLAS, RUTH GRIM, J. "ZACH" ZACHARIAS AND SETH MAYO
This issue of Arts & Sciences is dedicated to our wonderful relationship with the Smithsonian Institution.
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FALL EXHIBITS & PROGRAMMING CALENDAR
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MOAS GUILD NEWS
Throughout the magazine, you will read stories about how we work with not only our colleagues in Washington D.C. but also with our 13 fellow affiliates around the state of Florida.
MOAS honors its 16 year affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution with a special section that explores how this partnership has enriched the Museum and community
BY KATHY WILSON
The MOAS Guild gears up for a record year
The holidays are right around the corner! Discover unique gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list in the 2016 MOAS Holiday Gift Guide on page 26!
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MOAS 2016 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Give unique gifts this holiday season from the MOAS and Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art Gift Shops
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GAMBLE PLACE AND ITS MANY ECOSYSTEMS BY KELSEY HANSEN
Gamble Place is more than just a historic landmark it is an environmental oasis
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A HALLOWEEN HAPPENING AT GAMBLE PLACE BY NICOLE MESSERVY
In the spirit of Halloween, a true scary story from the pages of Gamble Place history
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LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Executive Director ANDREW SANDALL RUTH GRIM, Chief Curator and Gary R. Libby Curator of Art ERIC MAUK, Curator of Exhibits MEGAN FINLEY, Curatorial Assistant ROBERT WOHLRAB, Curatorial Assistant JAMES ZACHARIAS, Senior Curator of Education and Curator of History NICOLE MESSERVY, Education Associate KELSEY HANSEN-KRAUSE, Group Tours and Education Coordinator SETH MAYO, Curator of Astronomy ROBERT CONSOLO, Planetarium Educator ASHLEY HOLLIS BUSSEY, Planetarium Educator JASON SCHREINER, Planetarium Educator STEVE CONKLIN, Director of Finance DIANNE MORRIS, Accounts Payable Clerk CHERYL LONGINO, Finance Assistant STEPHANIE MASON-TEAGUE, Director of Development MONICA MITRY, Membership and Volunteer Coordinator JENELLE CODIANNE, Director of Marketing and Public Relations ALEXANDRA MIDDLETON, Director of Sales and Special Events FREDRIKA PAULIG, Rental Manager SARA TUCKER CRAIG, Director of Operations PATRICIA NIKOLLA, Guest Services Manager ROY SHAFFER, JR., Facilities Manager Guest Services Team MARK CARRUTHERS, Guest Services Associate COREY COOK, Guest Services Associate NICOLE HARPSTREIT, Guest Services Associate LORI HOEPFINGER, Guest Services Associate HANH NGUYEN, Guest Services Associate LISA SHAW, Guest Services Associate Maintenance Team DEAN CORMIER, Facilities Assistant PETER MILLER, Facilities Assistant ISRAEL TAYLOR, Facilities Assistant CARLOS ZENARS, Facilities Assistant Security Team ASHLEY ADAIR, Security JUSTIN ALISA, Security LEE ASHTON, Security JOHN BRUCE, Security AUSTIN HARDEN, Security WAYNE HARRIS, Security NICHOLAS INCANNELLA, Security GARY KENNEDY, Security ANTHONY MILLSAP, Security AMANDA MITCHELL, Security ANGELO PIERCE, JR., Security CODY ROGERS, Security ERIN SCHWEITZER, Security JEREMY WALKER, Security
Editor JENELLE CODIANNE Contributing Writers ALMA DOUGLAS, National Outreach Manager, Smithsonian Affiliations RUTH GRIM KELSEY HANSEN SETH MAYO NICOLE MESSERVY KATHLEEN WILSON J. “ZACH” ZACHARIAS Art Director NIKKI MASTANDO, MASTANDO MEDIA
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MOAS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANDREW SANDALL STANDING IN THE BANQUETING HALL AT BOSTON GUILDHALL MUSEUM WITH POLLY WILKINSON, MUSEUM OFFICER FOR THE GUILDHALL. DATING BACK TO THE 14TH CENTURY, THIS HISTORIC BUILDING HOUSES THE LOCAL HISTORY MUSEUM FOR MR. SANDALL’S HOME TOWN OF BOSTON, ENGLAND AND WAS THE MUSEUM HE BEGAN HIS CAREER IN AS A CURATORIAL ASSISTANT BACK IN 1992.
DEAR FRIENDS,
Welcome to the latest edition of Arts & Sciences magazine which celebrates our wonderful relationship with the Smithsonian Institution through their Affiliations program. Throughout the magazine, you will read stories about how we work with not only our colleagues in Washington D.C. but also with our 13 fellow affiliates around the state of Florida. Along with our status as an accredited museum in the American Alliance of Museums, our Smithsonian Affiliation is something of which to be very proud. It offers us opportunities to bring world-class programs, objects, and speakers to Daytona Beach. Of course, the most visible of these is always the arrival of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO) to round out our popular Septembers with the Smithsonian month of events. You will hear from the SJMO directly in this magazine edition. You will also learn a lot about the other ways that we use the resources offered to us as an affiliate and may be surprised to read about how we have helped put together programs for the Smithsonian as well. ANDREW SANDALL
One of the great things about the Affiliation program is that it creates a natural forum for us to meet, chat, and collaborate with our diverse colleagues, both in Florida and around the United States. Every year, I attend the national conference for affiliates in Washington D.C., and in a packed program of meetings, talks, and social events, I get to meet staff from all states and museum disciplines to see just how they are using the program. I always come back brimming with ideas and enthusiasm as I see the creative ways found by other affiliates to bring the Smithsonian to their communities. Of course it also gives us a chance to see the latest installations and projects going on at the various Smithsonian museums as well as learn about new advances in best practice for our field. A trip to Washington D.C. never fails to inspire me, but my favorite times are when I encounter an object or piece of art that I know we have a companion piece to here at MOAS and the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art – especially if I know our example is more impressive than the one that I see there!
The collaborative nature of museums and our network of sharing ideas and creativity is something I have been thinking about a lot recently, especially because I was finally able to head back to England at the end of the summer. While in England, I caught up with old colleagues at the museums I worked at during the early years of my career. It was hard to believe it was nearly 25 years ago that I walked into a museum for the first time as an employee when I stepped back into the Boston Guildhall Museum in my hometown again. In many ways, it transported me right back to that day and reminded me of how quickly I realized that I had found a career and not just a job. It was a wonderful experience catching up with my old friends and colleagues and hearing about everything that they have been doing since I moved over to the United States in 2004. We had all seen big changes in our industry, and it was interesting to see how the UK museum industry had met the challenges of the last 7-8 years compared to how we worked through the recession in the U.S. The funding models of museums in both countries are very, very different, but what shines through is the commitment to a high quality of interpretation and visitor engagement that is shared by museums on both sides of the Atlantic. Keeping in touch with what other museums are doing and understanding the changes in best practice of some of the most prestigious museums in the world is vital as we continue to grow and evolve here at MOAS. Our trustees continue to work on producing a strategic plan to benefit the organization we have grown to become. Part of that process has been not only soliciting opinions from the Museum staff and Board of Trustees, but also from a wide section of our community. One thing that was spelled out loud and clear to us was that our community wants us to bring the quality and standards found in these large, “big city” museums to MOAS. We certainly have the facilities to rival any museum now, but our task is to find the programs and exhibits to compliment them. The Board of Trustees and staff are fully committed to finding ways to give the community what they are asking for. I am looking forward to even more exciting times ahead.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND SPONSORS
MAJOR SPONSORS
2016 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
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Thomas Hart, President SILVER Melinda Dawson, Vice President Cobb Cole Bridget Bergens, Second Vice President Daytona Beach News-Journal Linda M. Hall, Secretary Daytona Beverages, LLC J. Lester Kaney, Assistant Secretary Daytona International Speedway Cory Walker, Treasurer Jon Hall Chevrolet Mastando Media Amy Workowski, Assistant Treasurer NASCAR ® Carol Lively Platig, Past President RLF Architects Cici Brown, Trustee Liaison SunTrust Bank Liz Chanfrau BRONZE Todd Huffstickler Bahama House Janet Jacobs Best Western Aku Tiki Inn Kim A. Klancke, MD Bomar Construction Carl W. Lentz, III, MD, FACS Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Chris Lydecker Gary R. Libby Charitable Trust Eileen McDermott Giles Electric Family Katherine Hurst Miller Tom and Peggie Hart Ellen O’Shaughnessy Ed and Pat Jackson Dr. and Mrs. Kim A. Klancke Kathy Wilson, MOAS Guild Representative Jill Simpkins and L. Gale Lemerand Allison Morris Zacharias Stuart and Lisa Sixma David and Toni Slick
HONORARY TRUSTEES
Miriam Blickman Anderson Bouchelle (Deceased) J. Hyatt Brown Alys Clancy (Deceased) Tippen Davidson (Deceased) Susan Root Feibleman (Deceased) Thurman Gillespy, Jr., MD Herbert Kerman (Deceased) Chapman Root (Deceased) Jan Thompson (Deceased)
Executive Director Emeritus Gary R. Libby
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ABOUT THE MUSEUM ABOUT THE MUSEUM OF ARTS AND SCIENCES The Museum of Arts and Sciences is a not-for-profit educational institution, chartered by the State of Florida in 1962 and accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Museum collections and research include Cuban and Florida art, American fine and decorative arts, European fine and decorative arts, pre-Columbian and African artifacts, Pleistocene fossils, Florida history and regional natural history. Permanent and changing exhibitions, lectures, and classes highlight educational programs. The Museum houses changing arts and sciences exhibition galleries, permanent collection galleries, a gallery of American art, paintings, decorative arts and furniture, the Charles and Linda Williams Children’s Museum, the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, the Cuban Fine and Folk Art Museum, a state-of-the-art planetarium, library, the Frischer Sculpture Garden, maintains nature trails in a 90-acre preserve in adjacent Tuscawilla Park, and operates Gamble Place in Port Orange. The Museum of Arts and Sciences is recognized by the State of Florida as a cultural institution and receives major funding from the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. Major Museum programs and activities for members, school children and the general public are also supported by grants from the County of Volusia, the Guild of the Museum of Arts and Sciences, the Junior League of Daytona Beach, Target®, Elfun Community Fund, and the UCF Educational Partnership. MUSEUM HOURS: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday The Museum of Arts and Sciences is committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act by making our facility and programs accessible to all people. If you have any special requirements, suggestions, or recommendations, please contact our representative, Executive Director, Andrew Sandall, at 386.255.0285. If you prefer, you may contact the Cultural Council of Volusia County representative at 386.257.6000, or the Division of Cultural Affairs, The Capitol, Tallahassee 850.487.2980, or TT 850.488.5779. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. THE TOLL-FREE NUMBER IS 1.800.435.7352. FLORIDA REGISTRATION #CH-1851
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IN MEMORIAM
JoAnne EatonMorriss On Friday, July 15th, JoAnne Eaton-Morriss passed away suddenly, just shy of her 83rd birthday. JoAnne was an amazing person who kept herself busy with bridge, golf, tennis, singing in the church choir, and remaining in touch with her sorority sisters of Zeta Tau Alpha. JoAnne was the quintessential mother of four equally amazing children. She attended every family event through the years. JoAnne was an ardent supporter of the Museum of Arts & Sciences and the Museum’s Guild, having involved herself in every event and program offered. Like many events through the years, JoAnne was present last year as the new West Wing of the Museum opened, as well as the Guild’s Festival of Trees Gala and the Museum’s Passport to Polynesia fundraiser. JoAnne joined the Guild in 1997 and served as Guild President from 2009-2011. A mentor to many, she always had a kind word and lead by her example to support the arts in the Daytona Beach community. We will miss this bright star that has left her legacy with all of us.
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VOLUNTEER OF THE QUARTER
Bob Skinner
Bob Skinner retired to Daytona Beach in 2008 after enjoying numerous vacations here. He began volunteering in the MOAS Library in 2014 and became a docent at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art in 2015. Bob spent 25 years at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, first as head of their Music and Fine Arts libraries and then as a teacher and academic computing administrator. He has also worked at Harvard, the University of California at San Diego, and the University of North Texas. Bob’s interests vary almost as much as the Florida weather but currently include Egyptology, genealogy, traveling, and cooking.
INTERN SPOTLIGHT
Stefano Magnoni Stefano Magnoni interned at the Museum from May to August of 2016. Born in Caraca, Venezuela, he is studying business administration at Webber International University in Babson Park, Florida and is a scholar athlete. Stefano is the Senior Captain of the university’s basketball team, and he maintains a 3.5 GPA. He speaks four languages, which include French, English and Spanish, in which he gives tours in during the summer season. Stefano’s internship included many responsibilities including conducting guided tours, working in the Summer Learning Institute in various classes, and helping out with administrative functions for the Education Department. He also organized and conducted a day-long astronomy outreach program for the Cub Scouts of America’s summer camp. There is no doubt that Stefano will go on to great things and we are grateful to have had him as our intern.
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Smithsonian Affiliations & the Museum of Arts & Sciences By Alma Douglas, National Outreach Manager, Smithsonian Affiliations
Youth Engagement through Science (YES!) programming at MOAS
Home to 19 museums and galleries and the National Zoological Park, the Smithsonian celebrated its 150th anniversary in 1996 with a national tour of iconic Smithsonian treasures, giving Americans a view of our national history and culture outside of the National Mall in Washington, DC. As a result of the success of the tour, Smithsonian Affiliations was created as a national program to continue to share Smithsonian collections and resources with local communities across the country. Smithsonian Affiliations is a national outreach program designed to share
the rich collections and resources of the Smithsonian Institution to museums, cultural, and research organizations across America. The goal of the program is to ensure that local communities can experience and enjoy the Smithsonian in their own neighborhoods. Currently, there are 212 Affiliates in 45 states, Puerto Rico and Panama. As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the program, we are proud to celebrate our partnership with the Museum of Arts and Sciences (MOAS) in Daytona Beach, a stellar organization in its own right. Since becoming an Affiliate in May 2000,
the Museum of Arts and Sciences has been one of our most engaging partners in showcasing its relationship with the Smithsonian Institution. The vision of the staff in recognizing the full potential of sharing Smithsonian resources in the local community and with local audiences has led to a number of loans, public programs, book tours, lectures, and youth engagement programs. The Museum was the first Affiliate to curate a traveling exhibition directly from collections at the Smithsonian. They went behind the scenes to work with Dr. Jeffery Post, Curator of the National Gem and Mineral Collection at the National
Key Benefits of Smithsonian Affiliation Currently, Affiliates have more than 8,000 Smithsonian objects on view in their museums and have hosted hundreds of Smithsonian speakers and traveling exhibitions. In addition, Smithsonian scholars regularly share their expertise and research with Affiliate communities and work with Affiliate staff. In turn, Affiliate collections, exhibitions, and scholars have been showcased at the Smithsonian.
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Affiliates have access to educational programs and special projects which promote engagement with educators in local school districts and satisfy national and local school curriculum standards. Lesson plans and activities are also made available. The Smithsonian regularly invites Affiliates to participate in national celebrations and anniversaries along with events being held on the National Mall.
Smithsonian Affiliates have a benefit of participating in a Visiting Professionals program, which provides an opportunity for Affiliate staff to come to Washington to work alongside Smithsonian curators and educators on projects which will benefit their organizations. This can involve researching collections, creating exhibitions, and many other aspects of museum work. It also allows the Affiliate staff members to create a resource network with the Smithsonian.
Museum of Natural History to select artifacts to showcase precious gems and minerals, and treasures of the earth. The exhibition, Jeweled Objects of Desire, initially traveled to four Affiliate venues. It is still on the road and in high demand. MOAS was also the first Affiliate to create its own Youth Engagement through Science! (YES) program, modeled on the program offered by the National Museum of Natural History on the National Mall in Washington D.C. MOAS worked with educators from the Smithsonian museum to shape its YES! program which offered a stipend for students and virtual trips through Smithsonian collections with curators. Yet, MOAS went a step further, working with local schools to offer the program as a year-long option to engage students in the Museum and in science. The Museum of Arts and Sciences celebrated its sixth annual Septembers with the Smithsonian programming in September 2016, featuring the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (another first), the Daytona Beach audience had the opportunity to experience the expertise of the musicians as they educated and performed the music of artists represented in Smithsonian collections. As the Smithsonian National Outreach Manager working with the Museum of Arts and Sciences to facilitate bringing this constant stream of resources to its audience, it has been my extreme pleasure to work with an outstanding executive director, Andrew Sandall, who has guided the Museum through an amazing expansion, and its dedicated staff members to include James Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and Curator of History, and Seth Mayo, Curator of Astronomy, to continue to imagine and bring new experiences to the benefit of both the Smithsonian Institution and the Museum of Arts and Sciences. With a board that is so highly supportive of the Affiliate partnership and the continuing vision of its staff, we look forward to setting additional milestones of achievement in a highly productive and engaging relationship.
Affiliate members have access to the Smithsonian membership and the Affiliations reciprocal membership programs, which allow free entry to a network of participating Affiliate museums. MOAS members have the benefit of a dual membership at the Smithsonian Affiliate level. The Smithsonian Affiliate Reciprocal membership level offers MOAS – Smithsonian members free admission benefits at 50+ museums across the network of participating Affiliate museums. http://www.moas.org/membership_general.html
One-of-a-Kind Collaborations as a Smithsonian Affiliate
By Ruth Grim, Chief Curator and Gary R. Libby Curator of Art
The Museum of Arts and Sciences is proud of its long association with the Smithsonian Institution’s Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) and is grateful for the many exhibitions, objects, and programs it has received through its affiliation with this most esteemed American museum. One of the first collaborations was with the exhibition Wade in the Water: African American Sacred Music Traditions, which MOAS hosted in March 2001. This SITES exhibition presented the African American early religious experience as part of the struggle to survive and the longing to be free. Born within the black church, the sacred music gave way to dancing, hymns, Pentecostal shouting, quartet singing, and gospel. In giving voice to the continued struggle for freedom, sacred music profoundly influenced the development of not only African American communities but also of mainstream popular culture. Adapted from the Peabody Award-Winning 26part series of the same name that aired over National Public Radio in 1994, the Wade in the Water exhibition from SITES offered the first comprehensive overview of the legacy of African American sacred music in exhibition form. From March 2002 to December 2003, MOAS showed the Smithsonian Institution's American Gem Collection. One of the largest of its kind in the world, the National Gem Collection contains approximately 350,000 minerals, 10,000 gems and jewelry pieces, including the Hope Diamond, the Hooker Emerald, the Logan Sapphire, and the Napoleon Necklace and Diadem. Envisioned as a gem collection to rival the royal treasuries of Europe, Harry Winston, the famed jeweler and donor of the Hope Diamond, dreamed it would be "crown jewels" for the American public. Today, the National Gem Collection is one of the many favorites of visitors to the Smithsonian.
Highlights from this exhibition included an American eagle broach with a 216-carat Arizona turquoise, a ring featuring a 24-carat amethyst, a 136.3-carat quartz mounted on a tassel pin ornamented with tourmaline, and an elegant seahorse pin containing a Mexican opal, Georgia aquamarine, Maine tourmaline and Arkansas diamond. These were merely several of the featured pieces from the Smithsonian exhibition of over 40 jewels which also included mineral and gem specimens, including a pair of ivory camels encrusted with gems and a gold dagger given to U.S. Vice President, Spiro Agnew, as a gift from a Middle Eastern prince. In late 2003, MOAS borrowed Magic, Myth & Minerals (November 2003 February 2004) to complement the Museum’s collection of Asian art. This exhibition presented objects from the Smithsonian's Arthur M. Sackler Gallery which houses one of the nation's premier collections of Chinese art. Among the treasures found in the Sackler Gallery are a number of exquisite, centuries-old animal figurines in jade. Magic, Myths, and Minerals from the Smithsonian Institution's Traveling Exhibition Service interpreted the symbolism of those small jade masterpieces as well as what the objects meant to their original owners. It also explored the role and use of jade in Chinese society, touching upon the art of jade carving and introducing the "Collaborations" Continued on page 13
14-Carat Gold Mousetrap
From the National Gem Collection at the National Museum of Natural History
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MOAS Education Climbs to New Heights through Smithsonian Affiliations Program
By Seth Mayo, MOAS Curator of Astronomy and J. “Zach” Zacharias, MOAS Senior Curator of Education and Curator of History
Over the years, the Museum’s Education Department has had a long and successful relationship with the Smithsonian Institution’s Affiliations program. The Affiliations program was established in 1996 and MOAS was one of the first Florida institutions accepted into the program. This partnership has allowed the Smithsonian and the Museum to not only collaborate with each other but to be collaborative partners with other affiliate museums throughout the country. The Education Department has taken advantage of the many resources that the affiliate partnership has offered, including education training, speakers, and specialty programs. Many museum education staff members have traveled to the Smithsonian over the years to participate in the “Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center.” This week-long training focuses on a diversified curriculum targeted at children six years and younger. The curriculum teaches the best museum practices for creating meaningful experiences for our youngest of audiences. For many years, the Education Department has adopted and incorporated this wellresearched program into its early learning programs.
Meteorite specimen from the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History on long term loan at MOAS.
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Alma Douglas, our affiliate contact in Washington, D.C., is the National Outreach Manager. She acts as our direct liaison to all Smithsonian museums and creates contacts with curators, scientists, educators, and other key personnel. One great example of our continued and important relationship was the discovery of the Daytona Mastodon. In 2011, the extinct remains of the mastodon (now on display) were discovered north of the Museum just off of Nova Road. Working with Alma, we used our affiliate status to send samples of bone and teeth for dating analysis. Christine France, the resident Research Physical Scientist at the National Museum of Natural History, conducted extensive tests on the bones but was unable to determine a date on the age because the fossil’s DNA was too deteriorated. Without this connection, the Museum would never have been able to have access to this type of testing by world class research scientists. The Education Department has hosted many Smithsonian guest speakers including paleontologists, art historians, zoo curators, and archaeologists. In 2014, the Education Department hosted world renowned Smithsonian National Zoo Curator, Craig Saffoe, at our annual MOAS Natural History Festival. Craig is the Curator of Great Cats and he spoke about the diversity of large cats living in the wild and his duties caring for them at the zoo. At this year’s Natural History Festival, we had Dr. Briana Pobiner, an evolutionary archaeologist from the National Museum of Natural History in Washington. She discussed the facts, fallacies, and fantasies about the prehistoric human diet. Over the last two years, the Museum’s Education Department has been involved with a new pilot program out of the National Museum of Natural History involving high school STEM education. STEM is a science based curriculum which
stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. This program partnership with the Smithsonian and Volusia County Schools has now entered its third year. The program is called “YES” (Youth Engagement Through Science). This afterschool enrichment program for disadvantaged high school teenagers engages students in environmental studies and STEM. Students apply each year and attend regular hands-on classes in STEM curriculum. The Smithsonian has provided major support in funding, webinars with scientists in the planetarium, on-site teacher training, and museum staff training in Washington D.C. One of the more interesting aspects of this program is that MOAS has been the only affiliate selected for this unique program in the country. The pilot program was only open to a few select high schools and is now being rolled out to all high schools in Volusia County. The Planetarium Department has also been a major collaborator over the years with the Smithsonian. A significant part in what the Planetarium Department has accomplished each year can be credited to our wonderful relatonship as a Smithsonian Affiliate. Through the Smithsonian’s expertise in astronomy and space exploration, we have been able to tap into a wealth of resources which we would not normally have access to. In 2012, we began a collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution to put together the major exhibition, Florida Celebrates Space. This exhibit, in conjunction with the 500th anniversary of the discovery of Florida, helped us to share the rich history of how our state transformed from a destination for explorers, to a place where exploration launched from. The Smithsonian was vital in connecting us with the NASA Art Program Curator, Bertram Ulrich, who helped coordinate our efforts of borrowing over 40 works of art from NASA that were housed at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
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Panoramic view of the 2013 exhibit, Florida Celebrates Space, that we coordinated with the Smithsonian.
With the amazing collection on loan produced by many influential artists who catalogued NASA feats over the decades we were able to curate a hugely successful exhibition in our Ford Gallery that attracted some of the biggest audiences at MOAS in many years. The Smithsonian was also pivotal in our opening weekend of Florida Celebrates Space in January 2013 when they sent their Space History Curator, Roger Launius, to speak in our previous planetarium facility. Speaking to a packed audience in our planetarium about the role of robotics in space exploration, Dr. Launius’ fascinating talk provided a great start to the new exhibition. To focus on a more targeted approach on teaching science, the Smithsonian provided training and resources for a pilot program called Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos – developed to bring young students into the world of astronomy and astrophotography. Utilizing robotic telescopes through the Smithsonian-Harvard Astrophysical Observatory, we were able to teach students how to access and process astronomical photos to reveal useful information about the universe. We held two successful classes in 2012 and 2013 and were able to display the student-created projects in our previous planetarium facility. Over the years, we have also been fortunate to be able to acquire long term loans from the Smithsonian. Working with the Division of Meteorites within the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History, we borrowed an impressive 3.7 pound meteorite fragment. The large sliced chunk of meteorite originated from a massive 1,700 pound meteor that careened from space and landed in Georgia in 1941. As the oldest piece that can be found at MOAS (beating the age of the Giant Ground Sloth by more than 4 billion years), the Planetarium Department has been able to showcase the Smithsonian’s meteorite on several occasions along with our own meteorite collection. In the time since the Florida Celebrates Space exhibit, The Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Visitor Complex has become a fellow Smithsonian affiliate due in part to our successful collaboration on curating the exhibit. To celebrate their membership into the Affiliations program, we coordinated with KSC and NASA to bring over their
Director of Engineering, Dr. Patrick Simpkins, to discuss the future of NASA’s exploration of deep space and how they are building the biggest rocket in history that may one day send astronauts to Mars. This great presentation was put on in our brand new planetarium facility and was part of our 2015 Septembers with the Smithsonian Speaker Series. Our next big speaker for the planetarium came just last September, again in conjunction with the 2016 Septembers with the Smithsonian Speaker Series. This time around, we were thrilled to work with Smithsonian Books on bringing astronaut, Tom Jones, on his tour for his new book, Ask the Astronaut. It was a real privilege to have Tom Jones as the first astronaut to speak in the new planetarium where he was able to discuss his four trips to space and his efforts in helping to construct the International Space Station in low Earth orbit. He was also able to speak to a large crowd in our Root Family Auditorium where he gave answers to common questions that he gets about his career as an astronaut. One of the most exciting collaborations we have coming up is our next big space exhibit that is planned to run from February to May of 2017. With an already established relationship with the KSC Visitor Complex and working with the Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum, we plan on putting an exhibition together that will showcase the many monumental space programs from Mercury to the Space Shuttle and beyond, through space-flown artifacts. We are also expanding on the technologies that were developed over these programs to meet the challenges of space and how those technologies became “spin-offs” that have bettered our everyday lives. The Museum’s Education and Planetarium Departments look forward to a continued participation with the Smithsonian Affiliations program in the coming years. The ability to make meaningful connections, engage with our audience, and inspire lifelong learning is one of the reasons the Museum became an affiliate. This joining of the forces between the two institutions gives us a great level of confidence knowing we have a world-class organization to collaborate and exchange ideas with. We are most excited to be able to continue this partnership, and be on the lookout for more great collaborations as we plan ahead for the future.
special skills required to work the striated stone. By comparing various jade animal sculptures, the exhibition highlighted the skill and creativity artisans had painstakingly employed to shape lively, complex figures from the hard, colorful stone. Magic, Myths, and Minerals included approximately 35 small jade sculptures dating from ancient times through the Qing Dynasty (16441911). Most of those pieces measure only a few centimeters across and all were displayed in traveling casework that emphasized their gem-like quality and the virtuosity of the carving technique used. More precious jewels came to MOAS from the Smithsonian in late 2006 with the exhibition Jeweled Objects of Desire (December 2006 - March 2007). This exhibition featured 43 minerals and gems from the National Gem Collection at the National Museum of Natural History. Included in the exhibit were objects of whimsy created by noted San Francisco jeweler, Sidney Mobell, which included a 14-carat gold trash can, a gold sardine can with three bejeweled sardines, a 14-carat gold mousetrap, and a cell phone covered in precious stones. Curated by the previous MOAS Chief Curator, Cynthia Duval, with pieces individually selected from the collection, the exhibition originally traveled to nine Affiliate venues including the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum and the HeadleyWhitney Museum in Lexington, Kentucky. Most recently, it was on view at the Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville, Georgia in 2015. It is still in demand among Affiliates and has a current travel schedule to select venues. The Museum of Arts and Sciences is grateful for the many opportunities for exciting learning experiences that affiliation with the Smithsonian has brought to Daytona Beach and enthusiastically look forward to many more one-of-a-kind collaborations in the future. Ivory Camels
A gift to U.S. Vice President, Spiro Agnew from a Middle Eastern prince; National Gem Collection, Smithsonian Institution
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SPECIAL SECTION: CELEBRATING OUR SMITHSONIAN AFFILIATION
An Interview with Kennith Kimery
Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra Executive Director The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO) has flown to Daytona Beach to entertain and educate the community with jazz concert performances at the Museum of Arts & Sciences for the past six years. It has been our pleasure to host such an amazing and talented group of people. In this article, we took the opportunity to interview Kennith Kimery, Executive Director of the SJMO, and drummer, about the orchestra and their experiences working with and visiting the Museum of Arts & Sciences. What is the history of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and what other locations have they played? In 1990, the U.S. Congress, recognizing the importance of jazz in American culture, authorized the establishment of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO). As the national jazz orchestra, the SJMO perpetuates some of the greatest music that jazz has created. Through its 25 years, the orchestra has distinguished itself as one of the crown jewels of the Smithsonian, itself a pre-eminent national treasure. The band has performed for audiences at the Smithsonian Institution, Kennedy Center, The White House, U.S. Capitol, Harlem’s famed Apollo Theater, and the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. The band has also performed at prestigious music festivals such as Ravinia and the Monterey Jazz Festival, in schools and colleges, and throughout Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Egypt, Russia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. On a 2008 State Department-sponsored tour of Egypt, the Orchestra won many new friends for the United States. After an outdoor performance at the Pyramids and Sphinx, the Cairo Daily News raved, “The backdrop was incredible, the band was superb.” Other critical reactions have been enthusiastic. Wrote The New York Times: “Culturally important. . . . spectacular musically. After being embalmed on recordings, the music suddenly came alive.” Syndicated columnist David S. Broder wrote: “The impact of these live
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performances is everything the showmen, scholars, and politicians who brought this small miracle to pass imagined it might be. It is electrifying. . . .” The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra educates the public about the history and development of jazz as an art form and means of entertainment. It promotes a greater appreciation for jazz as a valuable American treasure by performing jazz masterworks and presenting educational activities that engage the public with this great music. What role does the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra play at the Smithsonian? Jazz is the musical embodiment of American ideas and ideals. We steward the role of jazz in our shared past, present, and future. We bring the Museum’s world-class collections, research, and exhibitions to life through our concerts and educational programs, and we are committed to preserving and exploring the role of jazz for future generations. In these actions and activities, we strive to embody the values of democracy, diversity, and diplomacy that are intrinsic in jazz and teach us the ideas and ideals of: equality and risk-taking, individuality and collaboration, and history and evolution. In this way, through these three pillars, we create unique opportunities for our audiences to understand the American experience through the transformative power of jazz. Are there any other programs like the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra in the world? While the SJMO is not the only jazz orchestra in America, it is unique. As the only federally-chartered jazz orchestra, it enjoys a position of prestige and importance. As the only such ensemble resident at a museum (one with vast holdings of jazz music and history), it’s in a unique position to make the jazz legacy come alive. What makes a Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra performance unique? The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks
Orchestra educates the public about the history and development of jazz as an art form and means of entertainment. It promotes a greater appreciation for jazz as a valuable American treasure by performing jazz masterworks and presenting educational activities that inform the public of the character of this music. How did you first become involved with the Museum of Arts & Sciences? In 2011, MOAS Chief Curator, Cynthia Duval, contacted me about the possibility of having the SJMO perform at MOAS as part of their Smithsonian Affiliate month-long programming. The SJMO had performed throughout Florida with great success prior to 2011 but not in association with a Smithsonian Affiliate. How does the SJMO like coming to MOAS? We take great pride in our relationship with MOAS as a Smithsonian Affiliate and the Museum's dedication to its history, but most importantly, we are honored by the close friendship and trust MOAS staff and its community has bestowed upon the SJMO. It has truly become a joyous homecoming for the last six years. How have you seen MOAS change over the last six years? I have witnessed many wonderful changes over the past six years. From the renovation of MOAS and addition of the Planetarium, to the planning and opening of the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, to the hiring of Executive Director, Andy Sandall, and additional highly talented museum staff, not to overshadow the fact that the Museum already had incredible talent when we arrived six years ago. What are the highlights of your performance at MOAS? Every year is special. What makes it special for us is the Museum’s trust in our curating a wide-range of concert themes (Ella Fitzgerald to Sidney Bechet, Ornette Coleman to Dave Brubeck, Miles Davis to Johnny Hodges) and the genuine audience feedback for each of our programs.
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FALL EXHIBITS Captured Moments: Highlights from the Works on Paper in the Collection NOW THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2016
From brief sketches to polished pastels, watercolors and prints, the MOAS collection contains many impressive works of art that were executed on paper. This exhibition will look at the many beautiful examples that celebrate the arts sur papier in the MOAS Collection.
Forms of Fancy: Sculptures from the MOAS Collection NOW THROUGH 2016
From an ancient tomb figure from China to a 21st century painted ceramic “Kitty Hawk”, this exhibit represents 2,000 years of sculpture from across the globe.
The Seminole and the Everglades
THROUGH 2016 | CICI AND HYATT BROWN MUSEUM OF ART
The Everglades is a region of tropical wetlands that occupies the southern portion of Florida. Human habitation in the southern portion of the Florida peninsula dates from 15,000 years ago. The Seminole nation emerged out of the groups of Native Americans, mostly Creek from what are now the northern Muscogee people. Artists from the early 19th century on have found the visual characteristics of the people and land compelling subjects for artwork.
Lure of Exotic: Orientalism in 19th Century Art NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 27, 2016
of this century.
This exhibition looks at the phenomenon of 19th century “Orientalism” which is the term used to describe elements and motifs from Asian, African, and the near East European art
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By the last half of the nineteenth century, lithographs from stone plates had reached a high level of artistic achievement. Beautiful images could be mass produced at a modest cost providing manufacturers with a new media for the promotion of their products. This exhibit is a window into the past where one can see how people lived, what they wore and ate, how they entertained, and how exposed they were to the exaggeration and claims of advertisers.
Legacy of Abstraction: Late 20th Century Paintings from the Collection
OCTOBER 8, 2016 THROUGH JANUARY 15, 2017
Focused primarily on artists with strong Florida ties, this exhibition of large-scale contemporary paintings from the collection pays testament to the lasting legacy of late twentieth century American and European Abstraction.
Truth in Jest: 200 Years of Social Satire and Humor in Western Art OCTOBER 29, 2016 THROUGH JANUARY 22, 2017
Throughout history, artists have used humor in their works to call attention to social issues or simply to entertain. This exhibit is illustrated by works in the MOAS collection that span nearly 200 years.
Flapper Style: 1920s Fashion DECEMBER 3, 2016 THROUGH JANUARY 22, 2017
The “Roaring Twenties” is renowned for its exuberant parties and jazz music, which were reflected in the glittering fringed fashion that women wore. This exhibition looks beyond the quintessential beaded dress to explore the range of influences on fashion from sportswear to artistic movements such as Bauhaus and Art Deco. The exhibit includes more than 40 pieces from Kent State University Art Museum which contains one of the country’s most important couture collections.
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FALL PROGRAMS Ongoing Events Wednesday Yoga in the Gallery Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm Take a break from your busy day and enjoy weekly Yoga in the Gallery at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. Meet in the lobby to join registered yoga instructor, Ashley Brooks of Holistic Movements, for an hour-long session that will provide you with an opportunity to practice a series of gentle yoga poses. Class is open to all experience levels. Please bring a mat, towel, and water. Space is limited and registration is required. RSVP to the Museum at 386-255-0285. $10.00 for future members, $5.00 for members.
October October 5 7:00pm-9:00pm Oktoberfest Grab your Lederhosen and join us in the Root Family Museum Train Station at MOAS for an Oktoberfest event featuring craft beer selections and traditional German food from Tomoka Brewery and S.R. Perrott. Spend the evening among friends enjoying the rich German culture with music by Gerald Rettner. This event is for ages 21 and over. Admission is limited. Call the Museum at 386-255-0285 to reserve your spot. $25.00 for future members, $15.00 for members. October 7 2:00pm-3:00pm Porch Talk at Gamble Place: Wild and Unusual Stories of Florida Join James “Zach” Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and History, for a look at funny, shocking, and unusual stories from Florida’s history. From stolen Spanish treasure to unusual utopian plantations on the St. John’s River, this presentation showcases the state’s reputation as a place of dreamers, scallywags, fortune seekers, and outlaws. Advanced RSVP required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. Free for members, $5.00 for future members. October 8 7:00pm-9:45pm Second Saturday Laser Rock Concert 7:00pm Fright Light 8:00pm Laser Vinyl 9:00pm Laser Metallica $5.00 for one show, $7.00 for two shows, and $9.00 for three shows.
October 13 6:30pm-7:30pm The Diversity of Volusia’s Ecosystems with Don Spence Ph.D. Learn about the large variety of ecosystems that make up Volusia County from mangrove estuaries and pine uplands to salt marshes. Join Dr. Don Spence, Associate Professor of Biology, Bethune-Cookman University, Plant Ecologist and Plant Pathologist. Take an ecological journey throughout the county and discover our many natural wonders. $7.00 for future members, $5.00 for members. October 15 2:00pm-4:00pm Family Art Class: Crayola Melts Create happy memories with your children and join us for a one-of-a-kind family art class. Start with a blank canvas and an array of colored crayons and melt them into fantastic vibrant patterns. Enjoy the excitement of this creative process when the wax turns into a liquid, spreads across the canvas, and solidifies into a unique piece of art. Advanced RSVP required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. $10.00 for future members, $6.00 for members. October 18 12:00pm-1:30pm Lunch and Learn: Lure of the Exotic Join Chief Curator and Gary R. Libby Curator of Art, Ruth Grim, in Root Hall at MOAS for a look at our new exhibit titled, Lure of the Exotic. Based on key works from the collection combined with loans from institutions around the state, this exhibition looks at the phenomenon of 19th century "Orientalism," which is the term used to describe elements and motifs from Asia, Africa, and the Near East in European art of this century. Call the Museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 312 to RSVP and to place your lunch order. Advanced RSVP and paid lunch are required. Space is limited. Lecture is $5.00 plus the price of paid lunch for future members and free for members plus the price of paid lunch. October 21 5:00pm-9:00pm Gamble Family Fall Festival Come join educators, Kelsey Hansen and Nicole Messervy, at Gamble Place in Port Orange for a fun-filled evening of hayrides, face painting, and storytelling for kids. We will have telescopes set up for a spooktacular night of stargazing. Children will also be able to show off their awesome Halloween costumes in our costume contest. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available for purchase. Games and activities will be going on throughout the evening. Parking is limited, carpooling is recommended. $5.00 per person. Children ages 3 and under are free. October 27 5:30pm-7:30pm Wine Tasting: Cabernet, Chardonnay & Merlot Join us at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art for our wine tasting series with S.R. Perrott. Spend the evening among friends while you sip up knowledge on swirling, tasting, and describing wines while learning about different pairings. This month’s program will be comparing Cabernet, Chardonnay, and Merlot from two different countries. This event is for ages 21 and over. Seating is limited. Call the Museum today at 386-255-0285 to purchase admission and reserve your seat! $25.00 for future members, $15.00 for members. October 29, 2016 1:00pm-4:00pm Introduction to Video Composition and Sound An introductory hands-on workshop in video production, designed to develop camera skills and solid audio practices when filming on
location. Participants will practice various types of camera shots and camera movement, and compose visually amazing images, accompanied by high quality audio and lit for maximum effect. Your instructor, Gary Lester, holds an Associate of Science degree in photography from Daytona State College and a bachelor’s degree in professional photography from the University of Central Florida. In addition to completing a number of graduate courses in motion picture production at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, Gary has also completed certificate training for movie producers at the Hollywood Film Institute in Los Angeles. Space is limited and advanced registration is required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. Bringing your own camera is optional but not required. $20.00 for future members, $15.00 for members.
November November 2 12:00pm-1:30pm Lunch and Learn: Historic Paintings of the Everglades and Seminoles Join James “Zach” Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and History, for a look at the new exhibit of historic landscapes at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. Learn about the artists, the ecology, and the history of the Seminole people through the eyes of artists. Call the Museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 312 to RSVP and place your lunch order. Advanced RSVP and paid lunch are required. Space is limited. Lecture is $5.00 plus the price of paid lunch for future members and free plus the price of paid lunch for members. November 3 6:30pm-8:00pm Wings of Victory: Keeping our Warbirds Flying Join us in the Root Family Museum to view the Telly Award winning documentary, Wings of Victory: Keeping our Warbirds Flying, which takes an inside look at the increasingly rare American military aircraft that were pivotal in helping allied forces win World War II, as well as the efforts in New Smyrna Beach-based American Aero Services to restore and maintain these treasures of American history. Of the tens of thousands of military aircraft produced during the war, only a handful remain flying today. Most of this amazing story was filmed in Volusia County. Please join us for a panel discussion with veterans after viewing the film. Admission is free to the public. November 10 11:00am-2:00pm Members Only Trip: Museum of Art – DeLand Enjoy a private tour of the Museum of Art – DeLand and the Downtown Galleries with exhibitions featuring artists Ernest Trova, Doug Safranek, Francis Luis Mora, and Natvar Bhavsar. Start the day off by meeting at the Museum of Art – DeLand, then enjoy lunch at the Artisan Grill and top it off with a tour of the Museum’s Downtown Galleries. For more information about the exhibitions and for the lunch menu, please visit www.moas.org. Call the Museum at 386255-0285 ext. 315 to place your lunch order and to reserve your spot. Space is limited. $25.00 per person. Includes museum admission and lunch. November 12 2:00pm-4:00pm Family Art Class: Floral by Design Children who spend time with their parents participating in activities together build a positive sense of self-worth. Bring your family for a look at the many fantastic still-life paintings of flowers in our galleries then create your own floral masterpiece. Various styles of flowermaking will be presented, utilizing such materials as yarn, crepe paper, and ribbon. The workshop
FALL PROGRAMS concludes with participants creating simple floral arrangements. Space is limited. RSVP by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. $10.00 for future members, $6.00 for members. November 12 4:00pm-4:45pm Special Planetarium Show: You Run the Show! Join us for a special quarterly presentation that allows you to navigate your way through space. Come prepared with a brief topic of your choice and we will travel there to talk about it. We cannot wait to stargaze and navigate the universe with you. Free for members, with paid museum admission, or $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children. November 12 7:00pm-9:45pm Second Saturday Laser Rock Concert 7:00pm Laser Country 8:00pm Laser Retro 9:00pm Laser Zeppelin $5.00 for one show, $7.00 for two shows, and $9.00 for three shows. November 17 2:00pm-3:30pm Florida Vistas Book Club: Forever Island by Patrick D. Smith Join us for our new monthly Florida History book club at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. Forever Island is a classic novel by a Pulitzer Prize nominated Florida author, Patrick D. Smith. It is the story of Charlie Jumper, an old Seminole Indian, who clings to the ancient ways and teaches them to his grandson. When their simple swamp existence is threatened by development, Charlie decides to fight back. Learn about paintings in the gallery that relate to the book. Light refreshments will be served. Free for members or $5.00 for future members. November 17 6:00pm-8:00pm Food Truck & Fun Fest Join us in the Abraham and Dorothy Fischer Sculpture Garden at MOAS for food, drinks and fun! Enjoy delicious food trucks like The Good
Food Truck and Ice Cream Social Club while enjoying upbeat music. Museum Members will receive special offers at each food truck. This event is family friendly with fun games for all ages. Call the Museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 340 for more information! Admission is free for the public. November 18 2:00pm-4:00pm Porch Talk at Gamble Place: The Life of James Gamble Join us for a look at the life and times of James Gamble at historic Gamble Place in Port Orange. Take a tour of the grounds and historic buildings with James “Zach” Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and History, and learn about the architecture, the people, and environment that make Gamble Place so unique. Space is limited. RSVP by calling the museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 312 Free for members, $5.00 for future members.
December December 2 5:30pm-8:00pm Flapper Style: Member’s Exhibition Preview Join us for a member exclusive preview of the new exhibition, Flapper Style: 1920s Fashion, organized by Kent University Art Museum. The exhibition reflects the quintessential jazz age couture fashion of the era ranging from sportswear to changing the image of the new “modern woman.” Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments throughout the evening. Flapper inspired attire is highly encouraged. Kindly RSVP by November 26th by calling 386-255-0285 ext. 315 or via email at membership@moas.org. Free for MOAS members. December 3 12:00pm-2:00pm Family Art Class: Holiday Teddy Bear Tea and Lunch Family time creates warm memories for parents and children alike. Enjoy lunch at the Museum and create a holiday teddy bear. Join us for
lunch from the HoneyBaked Ham Cafe and take a tour of our famous Teddy Bear exhibit in the Root Family Museum. Enjoy tea time with the Teddy Bears and create your own Teddy to take home. Space is limited, and RSVP and paid lunch are required. Call the Museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 312 to RSVP and place your order! Lecture is $8.00 plus the price of paid lunch for future members and $5.00 for members plus the price of paid lunch. December 2 6:00pm-6:45pm Holiday Planetarium Special: ERAU Acafellas Under the Dome Get in the holiday mood with stars and music as we invite Embry-Riddle’s A Capella group, the Acafellas, to perform inside the Planetarium. This talented group of ERAU students will sing wonderful holiday tunes mixed in with some pop hits set to beautiful astronomical animations on the dome above. Tickets may be purchased in advance in person at the Museum or by calling 386-255-0285. Future Members: $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. MOAS Members: $5.00 for adults and free for children. December 8 7:00pm-9:00pm Roaring 20’s Flapper Event We are putting on the Ritz! Join us in the Ford Gallery for a Roaring 20’s themed event with a tour of our new 1920’s Fashion Exhibit reflecting 40 pieces showing the range of influences on fashion from this period. Enjoy food, cocktails, and music by Lorale that is guaranteed to bring you back in time. Themed costumes are encouraged. This event is for ages 21 and over. $25.00 for future members, $15.00 for members. December 9 8:30am-4:00pm History Bus Tour: In the Footsteps of Audubon Join James “Zach” Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and History, to follow in the footsteps of naturalist, John James Audubon, and learn about his travels through Volusia County. Visit the plantations of Joseph Hernandez, John Bulow, and Colonel Orlando Reese and learn about Audubon’s amazing journey to these plantations that hosted him. Learn about his often dangerous excursions in the hunt for new birds for his book The Birds of North America. Seating is limited and advanced RSVP is required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285 ext. 312. No refunds will be issued. $50.00 for future members, $40.00 for members. Agenda: 8:30am: Depart from MOAS 9:30am: Joseph Hernandez Plantation and Archaeological Site-Tour 10:45am: Bulow Plantation State Ruins-Tour 12:15pm: Lunch at Houligan’s 2:15pm: Arrive at Plantation of Colonel Orlando Reese Plantation Deleon Spring State Park 4:15pm Arrive at MOAS Approx. December 10 2:00pm-4:00pm Family Art Class: Make Your Own Holiday Snow Globe A holiday must! Snow globes date back to the 1870’s and symbolize happiness and innocence. A long time tradition, this winter-themed event will allow participants to decorate their own personal snow globe under guided instruction. Space is limited and advanced RSVP is required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. $10.00 for future members, $6.00 for members.
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FALL PROGRAMS December 10 7:00pm-9:45pm Second Saturday Laser Rock Concert 7:00pm Hypnotica 8:00pm Electrolaze 9:00pm Pink Floyd – The Dark Side of the Moon $5.00 for one show, $7.00 for two shows, and $9.00 for three shows. December 14 2:00pm-3:30pm Florida Vistas Book Club: Under a Dark Summer Sky by Vanessa LaFaye Join for our monthly Florida History book club at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. In Heron Key, relationships are as tangled as the swamp's mangrove roots. Based on real historical events of the hurricane that struck in 1935, this novel demonstrates what happens when people, sweating under the weight of their pasts, are tested to the absolute limits of their endurance. Learn about paintings in the gallery that relate to the book. Light refreshments will be served. Free for members, $5.00 for future members. December 14 6:30pm-7:30pm Calico Jack Rackham and the Legend of the Lost Treasure of the 10,000 Islands The pirate, Jack Rackham, would have been lost to history if it was not for two significant events in his life. First, he roamed the Caribbean with female pirates and second, he is rumored to have lost treasure hidden in the 10,000 Islands of Southwest Florida. Join James “Zach” Zacharias, Senior Curator of Education and History, for a look at the unusual
story and history of Calico Jack and other East Coast Florida pirates! $7.00 for future members and $5.00 for members. December 17 1:00pm-4:00pm Filming with Digital Devices Participants will maximize video shooting capabilities on various devices such as smartphones, tablets, and iPads. Topics covered include composition, the best kind of lighting, and what to do with the footage once it has been shot. Your instructor, Gary Lester, holds an associate of science degree in photography from Daytona State College and a bachelor’s degree in professional photography from the University of Central Florida. In addition to completing a number of graduate courses in motion picture production at Academy of Art University in San Francisco, Gary has also completed certificate training for movie producers at the Hollywood Film Institute in Los Angeles. Spaced is limited and advanced RSVP is required by calling the Museum at 386-255-0285. $20.00 for future members, $15.00 for members. December 20 3:00pm-4:00pm Meet Me in the Gallery: Truth in Jest: 200 Years of Social Satire and Humor in Western Art Join Chief Curator and Gary R. Libby Curator of Art, Ruth Grim, for a look at our new exhibit titled, Truth in Jest. Throughout history, artists have used humor in their works to call attention
to social issues or simply to entertain. Works illustrating this in the MOAS collection span nearly 200 years with famous examples by Honoré Daumier (French, 1808-1879), France’s first and most important social satirist, to those by Norman Rockwell (American, 18941978), 20th Century America’s favorite social commentator. Free for members or with paid museum admission. December 22 10:30am-2:00pm Holiday Hangout Drop your children off at the Charles and Linda Williams Children’s Museum at MOAS for a little bit of holiday fun! Children will enjoy tons of crafts, activities, and snacks while you are out shopping and preparing for the holidays. Advanced registration for the Holiday Hangout is required and is for children ages 4-10. Please call Kelsey Hansen at 386-255-0285 ext. 312 or Nicole Messervy at 386-255-0285 ext. 313 to confirm your child’s spot. $5.00 per child, or $3.00 plus 3-4 canned goods per child.
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GUILD NEWS | BY KATHY WILSON, GUILD PRESIDENT
Guild Board (from left to right) Pat Masotti-Abernathy, Carolyn Keene, Karrie Houlton, Mike Armstrong, Janet Jacobs, George Fortuna, Joan Horneff, Marilynn Sternberg, Ruth Ann Auditori, Germaine Cupolo, Kathy Wilson, Carol Ann LaRoza, Clarice Fooks, Maureen McAvoy. Not present: Diane Rogers, Beverly Grissom, Brenda Rivers, Connie Holland, Shirley Sorvillo, Mark LaRoza
WELCOME BACK MOAS GUILD MEMBERS! WE ARE GEARING UP FOR A RECORD YEAR.
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e are excited to begin a new season with a few changes in our calendar. As always, the success for each of our major “fun” raising events is because of all of our loyal volunteers and friends. You make the year exciting and profitable. The first big fundraising event is the 54th Annual Halifax Art Festival (HAF) on November 5th and 6th. It takes all of our efforts to make this event the success that it has become for the Museum. One way for anyone who loves art to support the HAF is to become a patron. There are three different commitment levels from which to choose, and there is a special reception for all of our patrons on November 1st from 5-7pm at Zappi’s Italian Garden. This program benefits both our artists and artisans as well as the Museum. This year we are changing the date of the Festival of Trees Gala
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to December 1st from 6-9pm. The evening will be filled with holiday spirit while enjoying delectable food from area restaurants along with complimentary champagne. Why not come with a friend and celebrate with us?! From November 12th through December 3rd, you can view the trees for auction and the holiday wreaths for sale. Do not forget to save the date for two other events in 2017. The Guild’s Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon will be held on Monday, February 13th from 11am-2pm at none other than the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art. This event always sells out, so make your reservations early. On April 3rd the 7th Annual Children’s Museum Golf Classic will be held at Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club. Have a great time golfing followed by lunch. Why not be a Tee Sponsor?
THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO SUPPORT THE GUILD AND IN TURN, OUR MUSEUM! YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME TO ATTEND OUR MONTHLY GUILD MEETINGS AND HEAR OUR PROGRAMS AND SPEAKERS. COME ENJOY ALL THAT THE GUILD HAS TO OFFER!
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October 11 at 10:00am GUILD MEETING: Speaker Larry Downing Larry Downing, retired news photographer, has served with the White House Press Corps for 38 years, beginning with President Jimmy Carter to President Barack Obama. Larry has accompanied each of the presidents aboard Air Force One. In May 2016, Larry was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the White House News Photographers Association.
December 1 at 6:00-9:00pm FESTIVAL OF TREES GALA This signature event allows our guests to stroll through the Museum and view the professionally decorated Holiday trees, which are all up for silent bids from November 12th to December 3rd. Enjoy the tastes from over 20 restaurants with complimentary champagne. There will be professional entertainment throughout the Museum for your enjoyment. The Holiday boutique has wreaths and unique holiday adornments for sale. Cost: $50.00 Reservations contact: Carol Ann LaRoza 386-409-3606 or carolannlaroza@bellsouth.net
February 13th at 11:00am2:00pm FASHION SHOW AND LUNCHEON What a treat to have our annual fashion show and luncheon at the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, with fashions from Chico’s. Cost: $35.00 Reservations Contact: Jennie Palmer 386-236-9810 or jpalmer2635@gmail.com
NOVEMBER November 5 and 6 54th HALIFAX ART FESTIVAL (HAF) Our annual fundraising event brings Beach Street to life with artists, crafters, music, food, and fun. Volunteers are needed for a variety of duties. Come and be part of this great event. HAF Chair: Karrie Houlton 386-290-3226 or George Fortuna 443-831-5597 Become a Patron of the HAF – an easy way to help the Museum and have some Patron money to spend at the HAF. Contact Patron Chair: Kathy Wilson 386-756-2342 or katwilso@prodigy.net November 8 at 10:00am GUILD MEETING: Speaker J. Zach Zacharias J. Zach Zacharias, MOAS Senior Curator of Education and History, will be discussing “The Grand Dames of Florida” which will focus on Florida historic hotels.
December 13 at 11:30am-2:00pm GUILD HOLIDAY CELEBRATION A festive and fun holiday party of Guild Members only. Thank you for all of your support! Venue is Joan Horneff’s home. Please bring non-perishable food for the Second Harvest Food Bank. Limit to 50 members. january January 10 at 10:00am GUILD MEETING: Speaker Harriet Blum Harriet Blum will speak about her art, using photography and a hand tinting process utilizing special transparent oils. Her recognizable style is described as “romantic peacefulness.” Ms. Blum’s works are featured in collections in New Orleans.
march March 14 at 10:00am GUILD MEETING: New Guild Board Elections Tracy and Stacy from Masterpiece Jewelers will present a program addressing the following: “Is Fool’s Gold Real?”, “Do Only Diamonds Cut Glass?”, and “Are Only Real Pearls Gritty?” Plan to be delighted with this presentation. april April 3 at 7:30am CHILDREN’S MUSEUM GOLF CLASSIC Come and “Play for the Kids” at our 7th Annual Children’s Museum Golf Classic. Enjoy the day and play 18 or 9 holes on a spectacular private golf course at Plantation Bay Golf and Country Club. Registration will be at 7:30am with a 9:00am tee time followed by a luncheon and silent auction. Volunteers are needed. All Guild members and friends are invited to the luncheon and festivities. Cost of luncheon is only $30.00. Reservation Contact: Mike Armstrong 203-414-2379 or pitneyb@aol.com
April 11 ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY AND LUNCHEON Once again the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art provides a lovely setting to welcome Spring and to enjoy the annual Garden Party and Luncheon. There will be beautiful plants to purchase and brighten your home. A delicious luncheon will be served. Cost: $35.00 Limit: 100 people. Reservations Contact: Marilynn Sternberg 386-585-4047 or msterberg4@cfl. rr.com may May 9 at 10:00am GUILD MEETING: New Guild Board & Presentation by Cici Brown Introduction of the new Guild Board and a special presentation by Cici Brown. This meeting will be held in the Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art Courtyard. Artful Interludes will be announced throughout the year.
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GAMBLE PLACE FOCUS | BY KELSEY HANSEN, GROUP TOURS AND EDUCATION COORDINATOR
Gamble Place & Its Many Ecosystems
Spruce Creek at Gamble Place, illustrating the creek as a blackwater stream because of its tea-colored water.
Gamble Place, located off of Taylor Road in Port Orange on the Spruce Creek River, is more than just a historic landmark – it is an environmental oasis that can take anyone back to the natural and wild setting of old Florida. James Gamble, an avid outdoorsman, purchased the large property in 1898 with the intention of creating a hunting and fishing retreat. Over 100 years later, Volusia County preserved it as an environmental, cultural, historical, and outdoor recreation site for public use. The 175-acre property is filled with important flora and fauna native to Florida, such as gopher tortoises, long leaf pine stands, and ancient cypress and oak trees. The land cover represents four types of ecosystems: mesic pinelands (pine flatwoods), scrub and sandhill, blackwater stream, and upland hardwood. Mesic pineland, the dominate ecosystem on Gamble Place property, is an ancient ecosystem and houses some of the most useful trees known to man. Scrub and sandhill are natural communities with low-lying evergreens and some pines. This unique ecosystem is only found in Florida. The upland hardwood community consists of many types of hardwood trees, such as oaks, magnolia, and hickory. Seven species of pine that are native to Florida are represented at Gamble Place, but they are very similar in appearance. The distinctions are found in tiny physical details and their specific function in their particular environment. Pine flatwoods are also home to many different types of animals that depend on the environment for protection, shelter, and food. Some pine trees have the unique ability to withstand forest fires, and in fact, require fire 28 ARTS & SCIENCES MAGAZINE
to reproduce. For example, a long leaf pine sapling is able to withstand forest fires because its thick bark insulates the trunk while the scaly bark on the outside burns off. The pond pine also has a unique adaptation to fire. It can only open and drop its seeds from the cones when the resin, which holds the scales together, is heated by fire. There are many plant species that live alongside pines that depend on the fires for survival as well. Pines, such as the loblolly and some species of slash pine, are not able to survive as saplings if they are located in regularly burned habitats. Pines are not just ecologically important, but they are also extremely economically and socially important, especially in Volusia County and throughout Florida. Before James Gamble purchased the property, the pines in the area were used for timber, tar, and turpentine. The tar (or pitch) from the pines was used to waterproof pre-20th century wooden ships. Even today, the timber industry is still a large source of revenue and jobs in Florida. However, the overharvesting of pine trees in the southeastern United States almost destroyed the native pine woodlands. There are some forestry practices that are still in use today that erode and degrade
the topsoil in pine flatwoods. Most progressive forestry companies use more environmentally friendly methods, such as replanting saplings and plot rotation. Among Florida’s natural diversity of plants and animals, the palm is one of the most recognizable of the state. Although the palm is often referred to as the “palm tree,” they are more closely related to grasses, rather than tree species. Palms lack the “true wood” that hardwood trees produce during their second growth. They go through a specialized primary growth stage, which produces a thick fibrous stem. The palm trunk will then have the same diameter throughout its entire life. Because of its warm climate, Florida has more native palms than any other state in the contiguous U.S. There are several palm species throughout Gamble Place. The saw palmetto and bluestem palmetto can be found as the dominant groundcover in the pine flatwoods, and the cabbage palm can be found in the upland hardwood and into the hydric hammock.
Some of Gamble Place’s hardwoods are the oldest in Volusia County. There is an oak tree that is estimated to be 500 years old towards the back of the property near the orange orchard. These hardwood trees can be found all over Florida in environments known as upland hardwoods. As described by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI), upland hardwood forests are well-developed, closed-canopy forests, dominated by deciduous hardwood trees on mesic soils in areas sheltered from fire. Some common trees you can find in an upland hardwood forest are southern magnolia, laurel oak, live oak, and pignut hickory. The dense canopy of the deciduous and evergreen trees makes the forest floor a perfect spot for shadetolerant shrubs, vines, and graminoids to grow and thrive. Upland forests are found on rolling mesic hills above river planes and merge with pine flatwoods and hydric hammocks. This same environment is represented at Tuscawilla Nature Preserve located at the Museum of Arts and Sciences. Gamble Place is home to some very diverse and important fauna. The only land tortoise to live east of the Mississippi River, the gopher tortoise, is a common resident of Gamble Place. This keystone species plays an extremely important role in the ecosystem. The tortoise digs long, deep burrows with many tunnels going off to the sides. The burrow becomes home to a variety of animal species, such as the rare gopher frog, the Florida mouse, the striped skunk, and even the Eastern diamondback rattlesnake. The gopher tortoise is also on the endangered species list due to human activities, such as the conversion of its habitat for agriculture, timber, and development. If this tortoise were to go extinct, many other species that rely on it would eventually become extinct as well. James Gamble fell in love with the property for a number of reasons but the primary one was its location on Spruce Creek. This blackwater stream runs out to the Halifax River and into the Atlantic Ocean. The creek was a crucial access point for Mr. Gamble and his guests. He was able to sail his yacht, the Seabreeze, up the creek from the Halifax River to his bungalow for day trips. Spruce Creek is characterized as a blackwater stream by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI). Its color is described as tea-colored, with a high concentration of particulate and dissolved organic matter (leaves and branches) from the swamps and marsh drainage. As the creek meanders east, the water turns from fresh to brackish – a combination of fresh and saltwater. Spruce Creek, as well as the Atlantic Ocean, provides water for the estuary, which sits between Ponce Inlet and Spruce Creek Park. James Gamble purchased the 175-acre property for many reasons, but history has shown that the preservation and the acknowledgment of the ecosystems on the property is probably the most important one. Visitors are always surprised and excited to find this hidden pocket of Old Florida nestled in Port Orange. The Museum of Arts and Sciences will continue to use the property as an environmental, historical, cultural, and recreational experience for many years to come. We hope the public will continue to use the trails and visit the historic homes for a long time. If you wish to visit Gamble Place and its many ecosystems and trails, you can contact Cracker Creek at (386) 304-0778. The Museum of Arts and Sciences will be hosting a Family Fall Festival at Gamble Place on October 21, 2016 starting at 5:00 pm - there will be lots of games, story-telling, and costume contests, so come on out!
An ancient magnolia tree on the back of the property going towards what used to be an orange orchard.
Egwanulti, "by the water" in Cherokee, is a cracker-style bungelow built by James Gamble in 1907. In front is a freshly dug gopher tortoise burrow.
GAMBLE PLACE FOCUS | BY NICOLE MESSERVY, EDUCATION ASSOCIATE
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amble Place at Spruce Creek was donated in 1999 to the Museum of Arts and Sciences by the Nature Conservancy. This 175-acre property features a historic home, cottage, and citrus packing house. The “Florida cracker-style” house, named “Egwanulti” (a Native American word meaning “by the water”), was built in 1907 and was used as a winter retreat by James Gamble, the co-founder of Proctor and Gamble. One of the property caretakers was a man named Rollie Johnson. Rollie loved to entertain people and was well-known for telling stories. One of his tales was about a particular Halloween at Gamble Place. The story was first told by Rollie and was later published in a book by Dr. Jack Powell, Haunting Sunshine. The book contains many other short stories of Florida’s haunting shadows. Dr. Powell titled Rollie’s story See Rollie Run. As with most stories, this tale has changed throughout the years by different storytellers.. So, in the spirit of Halloween, this story begins on a dark and stormy night. Late in December, Mr. Gamble would come from Cincinnati to stay for a few months. He had already done so for many years and would continue for almost 70 years. Rollie Johnson was entrusted with the care of Gamble Place all year, so he lived there alone from some time in March until late December. He did not know if Mr. Gamble was trusting him or punishing him by expecting him to be there on Halloween. On the night before November, Rollie Johnson was always alone – until the critters got loose. Retrieving and lighting his lantern, he checked the citrus packing barn and then he inspected Mr. Gamble’s bungalow, which was part hunting lodge and part winter retreat. Everything was in order. He locked the doors. The critters had never gotten into the bungalow and trashed it since it had been built in 1907. For that he was grateful. He walked the property, keeping his eyes on the ground in order to search for tracks. During this search he began to question his sanity. His thoughts strayed to the comforts of Egwanulti - James Gamble’s hunting and fishing retreat and to the bottle of whiskey waiting for him. It was during this time, while his thoughts were occupied on the creature comforts of home that he heard a twig snap off to his right. He turned toward the sound and lifted the lantern toward the dark line of trees and shrubs that ran along the banks of Spruce Creek. He could have sworn he saw the yellow glow of eyes staring back at him before they disappeared into the depths of the woods.
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Rollie ran as far as the tree line and paused, hesitant to chase after this mysterious creature. He rationalized that any woodsman would be foolish to attempt tracking anything in the woods at night. It would only end in trouble. As he turned his back to the woods and started back toward the lights of Egwanulti, a large pinecone smacked him in the center of his back. Spinning around with the lantern held high, he heard something scampering through the woods accompanied by raucous, evil giggling. Rollie's first impulse was to give chase and run the evil buggers down. He had a choice: home and hearth or woods, mayhem, and trouble. “Why go looking for trouble?”, he reasoned, and turned his back on the mysterious giggling and the pinecones flying out of the woods from nowhere and stomped straight back to home and hearth. If any other human had been around they would have heard Rollie ranting, cursing, and grumbling about those evil gnomes and that it was not up to him to wrangle them. In many of the oral histories describing Rollie Johnson, while telling a story, he would have taken the crooked pipe from his lips and tapped it out on his heel as he squatted in front of his audience and finished his story by telling them of the next morning, November 1st: "When I walked out the door, first thing I saw were the Gamble gnome statues. They would always be in a semicircle as if they were surrounding the house. I can tell you right now that they were not there when I went to bed!" Johnson died in 1934 but there are still reports that every Halloween night, a light is seen going to and fro within Gamble Place swinging back and forth like Rollie Johnson’s lantern. As for the gnomes, they are still there. No one else has seen them move or has had to chase them. According to unofficial reports from some of the groundskeepers on the first of November, the statues are almost exactly where they were the evening before. Almost.
Come join educators, Kelsey Hansen and Nicole Messervy on Friday, October 21st from 5:00pm-9:00pm for a fun filled evening of hayrides, face painting, and storytelling for the kids. We will have telescopes set up for a spook-tacular night of star gazing. Children will also be able to show off their awesome Halloween costumes in our costume contest. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available to purchase. Games and activities will be going on throughout the evening. This event is $5.00 per person and children 3 and under are free.
Rollie Johnson
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