May 27 Wednesday
Selected works by second & fourth graders inspired by native cultures and created under the instruction of art teacher Lori Masterson will be presented in the lower-level Interactive Museum. Included in Museum admission.
These events are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature and friends and members of the Iroquois Museum. For more information, contact Museum Director Steph Shultes at info@iroquoismuseum.org.
May 28 Thursday
May 29 Friday
Begin Your Creative Journey with DRAWN TO ART!Free 10-week, relaxing art experience. No previous skill necessary.Classes began April 10th and run every Friday, 2:00pm-3:30pm.Last class on June 12th.Join the workshop on any Friday during the 10-weeks.Young adult to the elderly, this event is inclusive.Any questions? Want to sign up? Call: (518) 621-7793.
Art show and fundraiser by local artist breathofagoddess. This fundraiser is in support of the SCCC Liberty Partnership Program. This program serves 6-12th grade students impacted by external or academic barriers. There will be 8 Raffles baskets with values of over $100 each. Free and paid (donation) activities will be available. As well as a few speakers/ entertainment.
May 30 Saturday
The Gilboa Museum presents, "Off the Wall", a three-dimensional art show in the Community Room. Six excellent local artists show sculptures in metal, stone, wood, glass, plastic, found objects and mixed media. Reception May 23, 4:30-6:30
Wendy BrackmanKristen DeFontesJohn JacksonShari MendelsonRachel OwensLeslie Yolen
The Gilboa Museum presents, "Off the Wall", a three-dimensional art show in the Community Room. Six excellent local artists show sculptures in metal, stone, wood, glass, plastic, found objects and mixed media. Featuring John Jackson, Leslie Yolen, Rachel Owens, Wendy Brackman, Kristen DeFontes and Shari Mendelson.On view Saturdays and Sundays from noon-4pm and by appointment May 23-June 21.Opening reception May 23 from 4:30-6:30.
A VR Pop-Up Installation curated by stay warm studio
Step inside a painting, a dream, a ritual, and a living cosmos. Inspired by the concurrent gallery show, this curated program features four artworks that extend surrealism beyond the canvas into fascinating three-dimensional worlds viewable only through a virtual reality headset. The event opens with a short curatorial talk, followed by guided VR sessions. Headsets are provided, no prior VR experience is necessary.
Mojuba by Ruby Singh & John Desnoyers-Stewartwith Brain Candy by David Lobser Anandala by Kevin Mack Dreams of Dali Shown by permission of The Dali Museum, St. Petersburg, Florida
Take a guided walking tour of downtown Stockbridge and discover how the town and its inhabitants both inspired Norman Rockwell and appeared in some of his most iconic works of art. Explore the history of this 1734 village–including its Mohican origins.Stops will include Norman Rockwell’s home on South Street, his first studio on Main Street, the Old Corner House (site of the original Norman Rockwell Museum), Chief John Konkapot’s property, the Red Lion Inn, the former site of Alice’s Restaurant, and more! Limited capacity- advance reservations required. Event is rain or shine.These tours do not take place at the Museum. Tour groups will meet on Main Street. Transportation to Main Street from the Museum is not provided. Meet in front of The Old Corner House, 48 Main Street; public on street parking, or designated spaces at Town Hall. Tour route is mostly flat, and on sidewalks. Group size maximum of 24https://www.nrm.org/events/norman-rockwells-stockbridge-walking-tour-11/