Muscarelle Museum of Art - William Barnes
April 14 - June 24
William D. Barnes - Three Decades of Still Life and Landscapes. Read on
"Call for Artists" for Williamsburg Farmers Market's New Poster
April 30 - May 29
Artists within the Williamsburg area are invited to submit art for a jurored show to select a Read on
"Private Eyes"
May 10 - May 20
Panglossian Productions and the Williamsburg Regional Library present a new production of Private Read on
Meet the Artists Open House at Shirley Pewter Shop
May 18 - May 19
Meet and speak with pewterers Fred and Judi Danforth at this fun and informative event. Fred and Read on
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Conservation: Where Art and Science Meet This exhibition presents a different way of looking at museum objects. Visitors will discover what is harmful to objects and what preserves them. Before an object is shown, conservators investigate each piece with a variety of fascinating techniques to understand the object and ensure its preservation for the future. This exhibition was made possible in part by: The Stone Family Fund, Los Angeles, Calif., and The Friends of Heritage Preservation, Los Angeles, Calif. At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Through September 3, 2012. |
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Fashion Accessories from Head to Toe This exhibition features costume accessories from the late seventeenth through the early nineteenth century. Women and men enhanced their appearance with the addition of hats, purses, jewelry, shoes, and more. These objects kept pace with change in fashion and present a visually rich overview of the period. The exhibition is made possible by Mary and Clinton Gilliland of Menlo Park, California, and the Turner-Gilliland Family Fund of the Sillicon Valley Community Foundation. At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Through December 31, 2012. |
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More than Meets the Eye: Maps and Prints of Early America This exhibition explores how maps and prints aided colonial expansionists by conveying attitudes and values that swayed public opinion. Portraits depicted Native Americans as deferential subjects of the king. Maps, regarded as scientific and authoritative documents, were designed to impart a perception of power and control over the environment, claim land, and establish boundaries. The exhibition features maps and prints from the Foundation's nationally important collection, as well as important pieces borrowed from other institutions and private collectors. A few of the maps and prints have rarely been on view, including the so called "Frenchman's Map" from the collections of Swem Library at the College of William and Mary, which illustrates the 18th-century town of Williamsburg. This exhibition is made possible by the Nicholas and Eleanor Chabraja Foundation. At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Through September 3, 2012. |
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The Art of Steve Harley This exhibition showcases the life and work of Steve Harley (1863-1947) who traveled to the Pacific Northwest and was inspired by such places as Wallowa Lake, Wind River and Mount Hood. His paintings capture the natural beauty of the places in stunning color. Only five paintings survive, all of which are owned by the museum and will be shown in the exhibition along with sketches and photographs. At the Abby Aldrich Rockfeller Folk Art Museum. Through August 2012. |
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The Old Plantation: The Artist Revealed This exhibition explores one of the great treasures of the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, a watercolor known as The Old Plantation. It is one of the most published images in the collection. Although in the collection for more than 70 years, very little was known about it until now. Colonial Williamsburg decorative arts librarian Susan Shames used her superb skills as a genealogist and researcher to follow the clues and unearth the history of the drawing, including the identity of the artist. View the art at close range and follow its fascinating tale. The complete account of its history has been published in a new Colonial Williamsburg book of the same title. Through February 2013 in the Guyton Gallery. |
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American Furniture: From Virginia to Vermont This exhibition in the Elizabeth Ridgely and Miodrag Blagojevich Gallery highlights pieces from three regions: Eastern Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New England. While early furniture forms and styles from these areas were similar during the late 17th through the early 19th centuries, the interpretation and the popularity of designs varied due to differences in local economies, trade settlement patterns, and the religious and cultural backgrounds of the inhabitants. A section on painted furniture further demonstrates regional styles and decorative influences. At the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum. Through September 2, 2013. |
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Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware This loan exhibition showcases one of the most important and aesthetically significant American pottery traditions. It features dazzling slip-decorated wares and richly glazed sculptural bottles made between 1755 and 1850. The exhibition was organized by Old Salem Museums and Gardens, The Chipstone Foundation, and The Caxambas Foundation. September 24, 2011 through July 29, 2012 in the Gladys & Franklin Clark Foundation Gallery at the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. |
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Art in Clay: Masterworks of North Carolina Earthenware This loan exhibition showcases one of the most important and aesthetically significant American pottery traditions. It features dazzling slip-decorated wares and richly glazed sculptural bottles made between 1755 and 1850. The exhibition was organized by Old Salem Museum and Gardens, in association with the Chipstone Foundation. September 26, 2011 through July 29, 2012 in the Gladys & Franklin Clark Foundation Gallery at the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum. |
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Muscarelle Museum of Art - William Barnes William D. Barnes - Three Decades of Still Life and Landscapes. |
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"Call for Artists" for Williamsburg Farmers Market's New Poster Artists within the Williamsburg area are invited to submit art for a jurored show to select a suitable image for The Williamsburg Farmers Market 10th Anniversary poster. The show will be held at Prince George Art & Frame on Jamestown Road, Williamsburg. Submitted artwork must be suitable for a poster showing something related to the Farmers' market, its vendors and/or products. The art must be available for the poster at no charge to The Farmers Market. If the art is available for purchase, it must be so priced and the gallery will handle the sale for its normal commission. The art must be delivered to Prince George Art & Frame ready to be hung or otherwise displayed on May 29, 2012. Applications may be picked up at the Farmers Market, Prince George Art & Frame, or downloaded and printed from www.WilliamsburgArt.com. The exhibition will be celebrated by a public reception at Prince George Art & Frame on Friday June 1, 2012 from 5 - 7pm. The reception food will all be sourced from the Farmers Market and its vendors. For any additional information, contact Fred Miller at 757-229-7644. |
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"Private Eyes" Panglossian Productions and the Williamsburg Regional Library present a new production of Private Eyes, a poignant and thought-provoking comedy for mature audiences from the award-winning American playwright Steven Dietz. Performances at the Williamsburg Library Theatre, 515 Scotland St., May 10 - 12, 17 & 18 at 7:30 p.m. and May 20 at 2:00 pm. Tickets: $16 Adults, $14 Students/Seniors/Friends of the Library. Tickets are available at www.panglossian.org, by calling 757.259.4070, and in person at the Williamsburg Regional Library. |
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Meet the Artists Open House at Shirley Pewter Shop Meet and speak with pewterers Fred and Judi Danforth at this fun and informative event. Fred and Judi have been handcrafting pewter of their own design since the early 70’s, and will be on hand to answer questions about pewter design, production, and history. Fred’s ancestors were pewterers in the 18th and early 19th centuries, and Danforth Pewter is well known to pewter enthusiasts and collectors. refreshments will be served. 20% off all jewelry. Free inscribing to personalize your pewter purchase. And more! Call 757-229-3668 for more info. Hours of event: Friday, 4 - 7 pm; Saturday, 10 am - 7 pm. Located at 417 Duke of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg, VA. |
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The Williamsburg Youth Orchestras' Spring Concert The Williamsburg Youth Orchestras present their final concert of the season with a tribute to French composer Camille Saint-Saens. The Symphony will feature three works by Saint-Saens: perennial favorite Danse Macabre, and two violin concertos performed by this year’s winners of the WYO Concerto Competition. The WYO String Orchestras will explore more contemporary works including the rhythmic Danza Latina by Balmages; a new work by R. Meyer, Acrobats, that represents the sounds of a carnival in full swing; and a timeless baroque Sinfonia by Tomaso Albinoni. Come hear the fine work of the area’s most dedicated young musicians! Visit www.wyomusic.org for more information. Adults $8, Students and Children $2. At the Kimball Theatre. 800-HISTORY |
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Festival Williamsburg - Coffee Concert Featuring Tianwa Yang (violin), Debra Wendells Cross (flute), Sherie Lake Aguirre (oboe), Barbara Chapman (harp) and Michael Daniels (cello). At the Williamsburg Winery. Co-presented with the City of Williamsburg and the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. 757-282-2822 |
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Harlem Renaissance Orchestra For an authentic Big Band sound, the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra is second to none. Dedicated to keeping the spirit of swing alive and thriving, the Orchestra plays tribute to the great composers and band leaders of the Swing Era: Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Lucky Millinder, Earl Hines, Billy Eckstine, Lionel Hampton, and more. Join us for a dazzling evening at the Williamsburg Lodge. |
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Mahler’s 8th Symphony, A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience The glory of Gustav Mahler’s vision of divine redemption will envelope the hall with the sound of an orchestra of 100, massed choruses of 300, and 8 soloists, led by the amazing JoAnn Falletta. Dubbed the “Symphony of a Thousand,” the work is rarely performed because of the vast musical resources required. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a truly awe-inspiring musical event. Guests of the official Colonial Williamsburg hotels will receive complimentary transportation to William & Mary Hall and back to their hotels: Williamsburg Lodge and Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites. |
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Mahler's 8th Symphony Preconcert Dinner Begin the evening with a mouth-watering three-course meal, planned by Executive Chef Rhys Lewis. Enjoy a relaxed dinner in the award-winning Williamsburg Lodge Restaurant before heading to William & Mary Hall. Make sure you’re seated for the concert by 8 p.m. with a preshow reservation. Call 1-800-447-8679 today. Seating Times: 5:30, 5:45, 6, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7 p.m. |
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The Williamsburg Charity Concert Series presents An Evening of Comedy and Magic Marty Simpson is just a funny person. His act is filled with one-liners peppered through elaborate stories that all tie together. Nothing is off-limits, but everything is handled in a way that will allow you to bring the entire family to the show. He cracks audiences up discussing his wife, his kids, his glory days as a football player, and his coaching days. Pittman Productions offers award-winning, high-energy, fast-paced, world-class stage illusion and juggling productions. Pittman achieves a perfect balance of big illusions, audience interaction, comedy, juggling, classical style, grace, and high-energy entertainment. Right before their eyes, audiences will witness the impossible made possible by illusionist/juggler Dr. Julian Pittman and his lovely assistants. All seats $18. At the Kimball Theatre. |
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An Evening with Jane Krakowski There’s towering star power packed into that petite frame, from her hilarious characterization of Jenna Maroney on 30 Rock to her Tony Award-winning performance in Guys and Dolls in London’s West End, and her sold-out cabaret sessions at Feinstein’s at the Regency. Now Jane Krakowski takes her turn in the Festival’s Broadway spotlight. Seating is limited, so order early. |
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An Evening with Jane Krakowski There’s towering star power packed into that petite frame, from her hilarious characterization of Jenna Maroney on 30 Rock to her Tony Award-winning performance in Guys and Dolls in London’s West End, and her sold-out cabaret sessions at Feinstein’s at the Regency. Now Jane Krakowski takes her turn in the Festival’s Broadway spotlight. Seating is limited, so order early. |
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