THE POWER OF PHILANTHROPY

Peter Vogt, the lead funder of the recently unveiled Joseph’s Coat by James Turrell, has been a true consumer of the arts since he began collecting in 1954. As a former Ringling Board Member (2006–2010), he was first introduced to Turrell’s work at a private home in California and after experiencing Roden Crater in Arizona, he was truly able to appreciate the mystical, spiritual and expansiveness of Turrell’s work. Peter Vogt and his wife Pam, as well as several members of their family, were honored at the unveiling on December 22, 2011. Peter stated that this is a Vogt family legacy and “there is no doubt that loving, learning about and living with art has enriched the lives of each member of my family in their own way.” Peter believes that Joseph’s Coat is “a gift to future generations. It will establish the Ringling yet again as a Museum that is reaching into the modern era while maintaining the elegance of the past, with its collection of the masters.”

Joseph’s Coat has also been made possible by the generous support of Dick and Betty Watt Nimtz, and Beverly Koski and her late husband Robert. The Nimtzs and Koskis were also honored at the December 22, 2011 unveiling for their support of this very important acquisition for the Ringling Museum. It is in keeping with the tradition of the Ringling’s history of bold artistic purchases, including John Ringling’s acquisition of the Peter Paul Ruben’s art in the 1920’s. This massive art work fills the entire William G. and Marie Selby Foundation Courtyard of the Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing Wing of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

Joseph’s Coat by James Turrell has been made possible through the support of: Peter A. Vogt Family, Robert and Beverly Koski, Dick and Betty Watt Nimtz, William G. and Marie Selby Foundation, Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is truly grateful for their support. Thank you!

Special Benefits Just For Members

Complimentary admission to the sunset light program for Joseph’s Coat, the Skyspace created by artist James Turrell

Experience the Skyspace light program at sunset every Thursday through Sunday at no charge. Available January 5–March 24, 2012. Capacity limited to 56 per evening. Advance reservations recommended, call 941.358.3180. Arrive 30 minutes prior to sunset. The program will last one hour.

Non-members: $5

Members Only After Hours

Exhibition Opening of Peter Paul Rubens: Impressions of a Master

February 17 – June 3, 2012, 5:00–7:00 pm

Museum of Art Searing Wing Loggia

Join fellow Members and be the first to see the special exhibtion. Light bites and cash bar. Then enjoy the rhythms of Yesterdayze on the at Ringling by the Bay on the Ca’ d’Zan bayfront until 8:00pm.

Complimentary admission to Ringling by the Bay every third Thursday

through June, 2012

Bolger Campiello, 5:00–8:00 pm

Join us for a beautiful sunset, live music and dancing on the bayfront. From 60’s hits to today’s pop favorites, local bands present rock, blues and folk sets for every age. Food and beverages available for purchase. Included with Art After 5 Museum admission, $10/Adults, $5/ Children.

Feb 16 Yesterdayze

Mar 15 Boneshakers

Apr 19 soulRcoaster

May 17 Dr. Dave Band

Jun 21 The Venturas