MARCH/APRIL 2016 AT THE NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART
Closed for Show Change
February 29-March 18 Reopening March 19 with New Exhibition EXHIBITION MAIN GALLERIES March 19 – July 10, 2016 Kenny Scharf Emerging with the New York City graffiti and street art movement of the 1980s, Kenny Scharf is recognized by his vibrantly colorful large-scale paintings and exuberantly playful installations. His imagery draws upon pop icons, media advertising and consumer culture of the 1960s, including TV cartoon characters such as the Flintstones and the Jetsons. Curated by Museum Director Dr. Karl E. Willers and the Museum’s staff, Kenny Scharf showcases major paintings and sculptures from throughout the artist’s career. Highlights of this exhibition are installations taken directly from the artist’s former Brooklyn studio and loft space. Re-installed in the Museum’s galleries area version of the artist’s Cosmic Cavern club-like environment, as well as a recreation of the artist’s workspace complete with spattered walls, painted furniture and other studio ephemera. Media please note: This exhibition is in place of the Josef Albers exhibition previously announced. SECOND FLOOR GALLERIES March 19 – July 10, 2016 Hip Hop Generation: Basquiat, Crash, Haring & more… This companion exhibition to Kenny Scharf looks at the work of Scharf’s contemporaries in the exciting East Village graffiti and urban street art movement of the 1980s, including a 1988 portfolio of five silkscreened prints by his friend and sometimes collaborator, Keith Haring, as well as work by Jean-Michel Basquiat, Lee Quinones, Crash (John Matos) and Futura. Ongoing Sculpture Park Approximately 40 works, many of them monumental in size, by renowned artists including Fernando Botero, Tom Otterness, George Rickey and Mark DiSuvero among others, are situated to interact with nature on the museum’s magnificent 145-acre property. Walking Trails The museum’s 145 acres include many marked nature trails through the woods, perfect for family hikes or independent exploration. Gardens From restored formal gardens of historic importance to quiet little nooks for dreaming away an afternoon, the museum’s 145 acre property features many lush examples of horticultural arts. Come view our expanded gardens and beautiful new path to the museum. EVENTS Media please note: The previously-announced film, Josef and Anni Alberts: Art is Everywhere, is not being shown at this time. Please delete. AUTISM PROGRAM Tuesdays, 4-5:15 p.m. Various dates through June 2016 Creative Expeditions Children aged 5-10 who are on the autism spectrum, along with their families or caregivers, engage in gallery experiences that encourage talking about and making art. For further information, call (516) 484-9338, ext. 12. AUTISM PROGRAM Tuesdays, 4-5:15 p.m. Various dates through June 2016 Autism & the Arts Children aged 11-16 who are on the autism spectrum, along with their families or caregivers, engage in making and exploring art through experiences that promote independence and communication. For further information, call (516) 484-9338, ext. 12. FILM March 19 – July 10, 2016 Screenings at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 3 p.m. Hip Hop Generation: Films & Documentaries Films and documentaries relating to Kenny Scharf and other artists of the 1980s graffiti, hip-hop and urban street culture will be shown daily in the museum’s Contemporary Gallery. Showing at 11:00 a.m. is the 82-minute 1983 films, Wild Style; showing at 12:30 p.m. is the 75-minute 1981 film, Downtown; showing at 3 p.m. is the 69-minute 1983 film, Style Wars. Free with museum admission, reservations not needed. Media please note: New name for this every Sunday program. FOR THE FAMILY Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Family Tour at 1 p.m. Art Activities at 1:30 p.m. March 20, 27 April 3, 10, 24 Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum Sponsored by Neiman Marcus Converse, collaborate and create at Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum. Be inspired by the works in the galleries, explore new art materials. Family Sundays allow children and the adults in their lives to take time to reconnect while talking about and making art together. During the showing of Kenny Scharf, we will draw inspiration from this artist’s colorful, imaginative art works. New projects featured every week. Reservations not needed. Free with Museum admission. Please note: Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum not offered on April 17, please plan to attend the special family program on that date. NEW PROGRAM! Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. April 5, May 3, June 7 Sketching in the Galleries You don’t have to be able to draw to enjoy this new program! This is not about the final result but rather about taking time to look closely at works of art in the galleries to get a better understanding of how the artist created them. Led by Museum educators, this program will encourage visitors to slow down as they engage in a variety of drawing assignments that focus on the artists’ use of line, proportion, texture and value. Paper, pencils will be provided (participants are welcome to bring their own sketch books). Program is limited to ten people per session. Admission is $5 (members), $15 (nonmembers) and includes Museum admission. Register at nassaumuseum.org/events. SPECIAL EVENT Saturday, April 9, 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.- Sketching in the Galleries with Glenna Kubit International Slow Art Day Join in this annual international event as people commit to slowing their pace and take the time to really look at art. Perfect for all ages. Family groups: ask at the front desk for the free Family Guide and activity sheet. This year’s International Slow Art Day features artist and educator Glenna Kubit in a 11a.m-12p.m. sketching tour of a selection of works by Kenny Scharf. Free with museum admission. This is a reciprocal membership benefit with The Whaling Museum and Education Center of Cold Spring Harbor and The Heckscher Museum of Art; members of those two museums receive free admission on April 9. EXHIBITION LECTURE Thursdays, 1-2 p.m. April 14, May 12, June 9 Brown Bag Lecture Riva Ettus Bring a sandwich and enjoy lunch with friends as Museum Docent Riva Ettus presents an informative talk on the life and career of contemporary artist Kenny Scharf whose work is currently on view at the Museum. Afterward, join the 2 p.m. public exhibition tour. Free with Museum admission. Reservations not needed; first come, first seated. FOR THE FAMILY Sunday, April 17, 1-4 p.m. Super Family Sunday Nature + Kids = Art A Celebration of Earth Day Celebrate Earth day and the art of Kenny Scharf! Gather supplies at the Museum entrance for a day of artmaking and exploration! Design bird and butterfly toys inspired by the Museum’s nature preserve, observe animals from the Science Museum of Long Island, sketch in recycled notebooks as you embark on a journey to see how recycled materials change into art in Scharf’s Cosmic Cavern. The adventure continues as you stroll the Museum’s formal garden, designing newspaper boats to set sail in the garden’s fountain. Museum admission plus $10 per family materials fee, reservations not needed. Please note: this event is in place of Neiman Marcus Family Sundays at the Museum. FOR THE FAMILY 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day Tuesday, April 26 Wednesday, April 27 Thursday, April 28 Spring Break for Art Family Art Making Days Three days of art making and gallery tours inspired by the colorful, imaginative art of Kenny Scharf. A different project will be offered every day. Thursday’s project will be inspired by Scharf’s sculptures as well as works in our out outdoor sculpture collection – be prepared to create art outside, rain or shine! Museum admission plus $10 per family materials fee, reservations net needed. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Log onto nassaumuseum.org/events for details on events and reservations. Docent Led Exhibition Tours, Tuesday-Sunday at 2 p.m. Docent Led Family Tours, Sundays at 1 p.m. Tours are free with museum admission Nassau County Museum of Art is located at One Museum Drive in Roslyn Harbor, just off Northern Boulevard, Route 25A, two traffic lights west of Glen Cove Road. The museum is open Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Docent-led tours of the exhibition are offered at 2 p.m. each day; tours of the mansion are offered each Saturday at 1 p.m.; meet in the lobby, no reservations needed. Tours are free with museum admission. Family art activities and family tours are offered Sundays from1 pm; free with museum admission. Call (516) 484-9338, ext. 12 to inquire about group tours. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (62 and above) and $4 for students and children (4 to12). Members are admitted free. The Museum Store is open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call (516) 484-9337 for current exhibitions, events, days/times and directions or log onto nassaumuseum.org. Nassau County Museum of Art is chartered and accredited by New York State as a not-for-profit private educational institution and is governed by a privately elected Board of Trustees. The Museum and its programs are made possible through the support of Nassau County under County Executive Edward P. Mangano and the Nassau County Legislature; the Board of Trustees and Museum Members; Sponsors of Exhibitions and Events, Government and Foundation Grants, Corporate and Private Donors as well as earned income. |
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