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February
Now through March 16: "1968 in America" traveling exhibit provides sneak-peek
at Gig Harbor's future Harbor History Museum
Social turmoil…Political assassinations…The Beatles…Flower Power. On display at the Harbor History
Museum in the exhibit 1968 in America.
1968 in America is coming to the Harbor History Museum in Gig Harbor, Washington beginning January 30, 2010. This exhibition traces the tumultuous events of 1968: a single year in history that rocked the foundations of American society. From the assassinations of Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert Kennedy to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and the Vietnam War, the extraordinary events of 1968 witnessed profound change in social and political systems and confirmed to citizens of all ages that fundamental change was both possible and necessary.
1968 in America features four major themes: the Power of Idealism, the Power of Music, the Power of the Bullet, and the Power of the Press. Visitors to the Harbor History Museum will experience a variety of artifacts including photographs, magazine covers, political memorabilia, textiles, record albums, and other sights and sounds that explore this pivotal moment in American history.
“This exhibition documents a pivotal year in American history,” says Dee Harris, director of visual arts and humanities at Mid-America Arts Alliance. “It’s much more than a history lesson. It’s a message about how the power of idealism, music, press, and the bullet made fundamental changes in our nation in 1968, setting the stage for current events that affect America today.” The exhibit will also highlight Gig Harbor’s transition and growth during the 1960s.
1968 in America provides a ‘sneak peek’ of what is in store for visitors when the museum opens later this year. Professional traveling exhibits like 1968 in America will be featured in the Special Exhibitions Gallery.
The exhibit will be open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, from January 30 through March 16, 2010 from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is by donation. The museum is located at 4121 Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, Washington.
The exhibition is organized and toured by ExhibitsUSA, a national program of Mid-America Arts Alliance and funded in part by National Endowment for the Arts. ExhibitsUSA sends more than 20 exhibitions on tour to more than 100 small- and mid-sized communities every year. Mid-America is the oldest nonprofit regional arts organization in the United States. More information is available at www.maaa.org.
For more info, call 253-858-6722 or visit www.harborhistorymuseum.org
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Now through April: Concertina to Concert Guitar - New exhibit at the Fox Island Museum
A new display celebrating the musical history of Fox Island entitled "Concertina to Concert Guitar" will be featured at the Museum thru April.
Museum Hours: Wed.; Sat.; & Sun. - From 1 to 4 pm.
For more information call the Museum (253-549-2461)
or visit the website: www.foxislandmuseum.org
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Through July 5, 2010: Exhibit Icons of Washington
Washington State History Museum; 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma; FREE with paid admission
Washington State History Museum Director David Nicandri has picked out more than 65 items from the Washington State Historical Society’s collection that represent Washington for the new exhibit Icons of Washington History.
This selection of symbolic events, features, people, and landscapes will be on display November 11 through July 3, 2010. Many items are being restored for their debut exhibition, such as James Everett Stuart’s giant Mt. Rainier painting.
Hear Dave Niehaus announcing game five of the Seattle Mariners’ 1995 divisional series win against the New York Yankees; touch concrete from Galloping Gertie; see Ezra Meeker’s wagon he traveled the country with promoting preserving the Oregon Trail. The Wild Rainier costume from Rainier Brewery, representations from some of Washington’s well-known businesses, portraits of iconic people, landscapes and more will be on display.
"I've wanted to do this show for a long time,” said David Nicandri, director of the Washington State History Museum. “The exhibit features some of my favorite things in the Society's collection, and it's been fun to curate a show for the first time in 23 years."
Organized by the Washington State History Museum. Supported by Ben B. Cheney Foundation, Click! Cable TV, and Sequoia Foundation. WashingtonHistory.org | 1-888- BE THERE
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March
Beginning March 24: Garden Photography at Lakewold Gardens
Jim Oliver to Teach a Six Week Course at Lakewold Gardens
Start & End Dates: Wednesdays from March 24th – April 28th at 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Lakewold Gardens is very pleased to announce its partnership with local photographer Jim Oliver. Oliver will teach an introductory photography course specific to garden photography Lakewold. This course is geared to the individual who has taken a few photos and would like to learn and practice new techniques, and what better place to practice your photography skills than at the beautiful gardens.
This unique format and setting will provide participants with an introduction to composition, balance, and light – then allow time to venture into the gardens to apply their new skills. Escape from the daily grind and spend a few hours a week exploring the gardens and garden photography. This is truly a wonderful opportunity for photographers at any level.
The fee for this class is $200 for members of Lakewold and $225 for non-members. Participants will need to bring their own digital camera and camera accessories. For more information about the class, required supplies, or to register for this class please contact Amanda Wood at 253.584.4106, x108. For more information about Jim Oliver please visit www.jimoliverphotography.com.
Lakewold Gardens, 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
PHONE: 253.584.4106
WEBSITE: www.lakewoldgardens.org