May Events

GIFTS FROM AFRICA: BRONZES, ART and ARTIFACTS: Thursday, May 1: 6:00-8:00 p.m.  
Members Only Opening Reception.
Come enjoy an elegant reception and have the opportunity to be first to see this magnificent exhibit.  Join in for a brief talk by Dr. Doug Falen of Agnes Scott College.  If you are not already a member, we would suggest this would be a perfect time to become one!

MAY FAMILY DAY:
GIFTS FROM AFRICA: BRONZES, ART and ARTIFACTS Exhibit Opens to the Public & UNVEILING OF CHILDREN’S ARTWORK from the Barefoot in the Park Event
Saturday, May 3: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Enjoy the African Exhibit in the Fowler and Kistner Galleries and Rowe Promenade.  There will be an art project for children to create that will relate to the African Exhibit and there will be activities & refreshments to enjoy.  Also come see the final results of the children’s Art projects from Barefoot in the Park.  Admission is $5 per person.  Children under 3 years old are free.

ARTS LEAGUE FASHION SHOW: 
Wednesday, May 7: 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Coldwater Creek will inspire everyone with their Spring Fashion Show held annually at the Hudgens Center for the Arts.  Cost: $20 for Members and $25 for Non members.  Registration for the show is at 11:00.  Call 770-623-6002 to make reservations.

TEACHERS RECEPTION: May 15: 5:00-7:00p.m.
We welcome all Teachers to preview the African Exhibit and learn about the opportunities for your school to participate in educational fall field trips. 

June Events

JUNE FAMILY DAY:
Saturday, June 14: 10:00-3:00.
Ugly Tie Contest to be judged by Elliott Brack, local artist/journalist, at noon.  To enter the contest, drop off your tie at the Art Center between June 1st ~ 13th.  Make a Father’s Day craft to take home.  Admission is $5 per person.  Children under 3 years old are free.

“ART ROCKS”: Thursday, June 19:
After Work Social 5:00 – 7:30p.m.
“Tie One On!” is our theme for June as we continue to celebrate the ugliest ties in the county.  Bring your friends and join in the fun!  Call 770-623-6002 for reservations and details.

Exhibit Schedule

GIFTS FROM AFRICA: BRONZES, ART and ARTIFACTS: Opens to the public on Saturday, May 3, 2008.  Exhibit is displayed until December 31, 2008. 
Come enjoy the magnificent exhibit of African Bronzes, Art and Artifacts from the private collection of Susan and William Rochfort.  This collection features fine bronze castings, elaborate masks, richly woven textiles, intricate adornments such as headdresses and beads and decorated utilitarian objects for everyday use.

The Rochforts state that “the beauty and the power of these objects serve not only the myth and tradition of the original users but fuel the imagination of contemporary viewers.  The feeling each piece evokes transcends the passage of time, crosses ethnic boundaries and acknowledges man’s ancestral legacy in his quest for harmony.  Harmony is a blessing earned by each of us when we are brave enough to look through another man’s eyes and see common ground.”

BILL STEVENS EXHIBIT EXTENDED until August 16, 2008.
To the delight of adults and children alike, the exhibit dates of “Black, White and Color” have been extended until August 16, 2008.  If you have not yet had the joy of viewing this exhibit, you have missed something wonderful! There are over 75 drawings and illustrations, using graphite pencil, watercolor, pen and ink and charcoal.  They all show the superb drawing skills and rich and often witty imagination of this gifted artist.

Mr. Stevens teaches classes to children and adults here at the Museum, and he also teaches at other schools in Atlanta.  He graduated with a degree in Advertising Design and has received local, national and international awards for his work.  We hope you will come see Mr. Stevens exhibit.  It will please both children and adults!