Discover the untold story of a true San Francisco Renaissance man at our newest exhibition, Ralph Chessé: A San Francisco Century, now open in the Jewett Gallery at the Main Library. Chessé, a prolific but little-known San Francisco artist, spent the bulk of his life in the Bay Area, and his artistic endeavors —painting, sculpture and notably, marionette production and performance—reflect numerous touchstones of the Bay Area’s cultural and social life, from the WPA to theater, television and rock and roll. His expressive, exquisitely carved puppets enacted everything from Shakespeare’s tragedies to the teachings of animal kingdom educator Brother Buzz, in a beloved children’s show that ran from 1953 to 1969 on mainstream television and was syndicated nationally. On May 18, you're invited to celebrate the opening with us. Enjoy a tour by exhibition curator Glen Helfand, watch a demonstration of different puppet styles with local puppeteer Fred C. Reilly III and hear about Chessé 's life and work from Bruce Chessé, his son and collaborator. Learn more and get the full program schedule: https://lnkd.in/gHV46EkU
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Check out this post from one of our recent graduates, Emily Zarse!
I'm over the moon that the amazing Hettie Judah is visiting Bloomington this week! Her book "How Not to Exclude Artist Mothers (and Other Parents)" offers so much support and insight. Stars aligned and The Kinsey along with Arts and Humanities Council is hosting a conversation with Hettie this Friday May 10th 6pm at The Bishop- which is right across the street from my new collaborative exhibit exploring art and mothering with painter Gloria Manzanares. Come out for what is to be an amazing talk and stay after when we'll lead an informal gallery tour of the exhibit "Creative ReProduction" at the John Waldron Arts Center. Talk is 6-7:30pm and tour to follow. Spread the word and check out Hettie's amazing body of work including new book “Acts of Creation”
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The National Archives at Kansas City has reopened its permanent exhibit gallery, “We the People,” to the public. The exhibit, which primarily features records from the National Archives at Kansas City, focuses on how records impact the lives of every American. The exhibit is divided into five sections, each containing interactive displays. The first gallery, “We the People,” introduces visitors to the process of becoming an American and reveals details about immigrants seeking citizenship in the United States. The second gallery, “Form a More Perfect Union,” provides a glimpse into records that show the evolution of our democracy. The third gallery, “Provide for the Common Defense” showcases records of our nation’s activities during wartime, both on the home front and abroad. The final two galleries highlight the human spirit and ingenuity needed to realize America's promise, illustrated through records gleaned from the ever-growing collection of records held by the National Archives. Admission is free. The National Archives is tasked with storing records on behalf of the American people and making those records accessible to the public. https://lnkd.in/gPTQ__xv
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Announcing the latest blog post on the reinvention of the legendary SL-1200 and SL-1210 turntables. Delve into the soulful echoes of history and discover how these classic turntables are being reimagined for the modern era. Read more here: [When Vinyl Meets Virtuosity: The Reinvention of the Legendary SL-1200 and SL-1210 Turntables](https://ift.tt/ixX9as0)
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🌟 NEW BLOG POST ALERT! 🌟 Check out this fascinating post about Michael Heizer's "City": a mind-bending fusion of art and desert. It offers a rare and exclusive experience that challenges the conventional understanding of art. Discover why this monumental project remains shrouded in mystery and how its exclusivity raises thought-provoking questions about the nature of art and the relationship between the artwork, the audience, and the environment. Read the full article here: https://ift.tt/0Y8qCWr
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Showcasing creativity in wine making and the arts is a great combination.
Meet Jermaine Dante, the artist behind our next exposition at Jessup Cellars! Get a sneak peek into Jermaine's creative process in this video introduction. Stay tuned for the unveiling of his captivating artwork! 🎨✨
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If you’re looking for an art-focused read, I just added a review to my blog for Patrick Bringley’s 2023 memoir “All the Beauty in the World”, which charts his experience of a decade guarding art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. The book is poignant and beautifully written. Check out my latest post to learn more. https://lnkd.in/egRXXbrg
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In the History of SA, Art is Life edition, https://lnkd.in/g79x3Cm8
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A super important read.
Your weekend reading assignment 📖 Read an adaptation we published on the National Gallery of Art Stories of Shana Condill's catalog essay for "The Land Carries Our Ancestors: Contemporary Art by Native Americans."
The Dust on Our Feet: Native Artists and Their Ties to This Land
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Collecting the history that is happening today is part of what museums and historical societies should do.
“[W]e’re thinking very deeply about the ways in which we use history to strengthen democracy.” Read more in The New Yorker from OAH's president, Anthea Hartig, about planning at the National Museum of American History for the nation's 250th in 2026, "rapid response collecting," and more. https://ow.ly/PwMm50PBScT
Insurrectionabilia at the Smithsonian
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