Out of the Vault 25 Years of Collecting

Description

March 21 to July 12, 2015

Nassau County Museum of Art
Marks 25th Anniversary with an Exhibition
Drawn Entirely from the Museum’s Permanent Collection

Highlights Include Works by John James Audubon,
Vintage Posters, Larry Fink Photography,
Pop Art by Marisol Escobar, Robert Indiana and Larry Rivers,
Plus Past and Present Portraiture

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Nassau County Museum of Art is presenting Out of the Vault: 25 Years of Collecting, its first comprehensive exhibition of works from the permanent collection. This presentation highlights patrons’ numerous gifts to the Museum over the last quarter century that have never, or rarely, been exhibited. Each gallery space within this multifaceted presentation will focus on different themes such as past and present portraiture, great traditions in paintings, post-war prints and vintage posters of many eras. Exploring a diverse range of artists that are strongly represented in the Museum’s collections, this exhibit includes works by naturalist John James Audubon, photographer Larry Fink, as well as Pop Art icons Marisol Escobar, Robert Indiana and Larry Rivers, among others.

CONTEMPORARY COLLECTORS GALLERY

March 21 to July 12, 2015
Vernacular Visions
The museum’s Contemporary Collectors Gallery features the work of four prominent Long Island artists: Susan Cushing of Southampton, Richard Gachot of Old Westbury, Francisco Villagran of Port Washington, and Burt Young, also of Port Washington.
EVENTS
FILM
March 21-July 12, 2015
54-minute documentary, 2007
Tuesday-Saturday: Screenings at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m., 12 p.m.
Drawn from Nature
A film about John James Audubon
From PBS’ American Masters series, Drawn from Nature presents the dramatic life story of naturalist John James Audubon, an adventurer and self-taught artist who saw more of the North American continent than virtually anyone of his time (1785-1851). A symbol of the American wilderness, Audubon’s achievements are staggering: His book The Birds of America, for which he served as artist, writer, publisher and promoter, includes 435 life-sized prints and was the largest book printed in the 19th century. Free with Museum admission.

FOR THE FAMILY
Sundays, 1-4 p.m.
Family Tour at 1 p.m.
April 5, 12, 26
Family Sundays at the Museum
Converse, collaborate and create together during Family Sundays from 1 to 4 pm. Family Sundays begin with exhibition-based gallery conversations. Families then go on to explore new art materials, vocabulary and ideas with our museum educator. Family Sundays provide children and the adults in their lives with the opportunity to reconnect while talking about and making art together. New projects are featured every week! Reservations not needed. Free with museum admission. Please note: Family Sundays not offered onApril 19, please plan to attend our special program that day.

FOR THE FAMILY
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
April 7, 8, 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Three Days of Art Making
A Spring Break Drop-In Program
Inspired by the works in Out of the Vault, 25 Years of Collecting, the museum’s current exhibition celebrating a permanent collection acquired over a quarter century, this school-break drop-in program features family-friendly gallery tours and hands-on art marking. A different art project will be offered each day. Reservations not needed, museum admission plus $8 per family materials fee.

SPECIAL EVENT
Saturday, April 11, 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
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. 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 11.

EXHIBITION TALK
Thursdays, 1-2 p.m.
April 16, May 14, June 4
Brown Bag Lectures
Riva Ettus
Bring a sandwich and enjoy lunch with friends as Museum Docent Riva Ettus presents an informative talk on the works on view in Out of the Vault: 25 Years of Collecting. 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 19, 1-4 p.m.
Art in Action!
A Celebration of Earth Day
Sponsored by Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions
an office of MetLife
Celebrate the earth by moving in and being inspired by the great outdoors! With the help of animal friends from the Science Museum of Long Island, we will observe animals and the way they move. Guided by artist Karine Falleni, we will create art using a combination of yoga and unusual art materials. We will also design and form soccer balls from recycled plastic bags. Members of the New York Cosmos soccer team will be on hand to help us shoot goals with our new soccer balls! Please bring plastic bags to the event. Rain or shine. Reservations not needed. Event and museum admission free to all through a generous sponsorship by Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions, an office of MetLife. Please note: This event is in place of Family Sundays.

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 tour and art activities are offered Sundays from 1 pm; free with museum admission. Call  to inquire about group tours. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (62 and above) and $4 for students with ID and children aged 4 to 12. Members and children under 4 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 .

Organizers

Event categories: Exhibitions and History.Event tags: Art, Artist, Benefit, Exhibit, Food, Historical Landmark, History, Museum, Nassau, and Painting.