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Tuesday, January 27, 2015

FEBRUARY PROGRAMS @ THE MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM

WHERE: Montclair Art Museum, 3 S. Mountain Ave., Montclair

 

Inspired by Come as You Are: Art of the 1990s

Prema Murthy, Bindi Girl, 1999, web site. Courtesy of the artist.<br />

Prema Murthy, Bindi Girl, 1999, web site. Courtesy of the artist.

Online Panel Discussion: What Happened to Internet Art?
WHEN:
Wednesday, February 18, 7 PM
WHERE: Montclair Art Museum, 3 S. Mountain Ave., Montclair
ADMISSION: FREE
Join Alexandra Schwartz, curator of Come As You Are: Art of the 1990s, and key practitioners of Internet Art to talk about the impact of digital technology on art in the 1990s and beyond. This is a virtual online event; learn more.

Come as You Are: Films of the 1990s
Series in Partnership with the Montclair Film Festival
Price per film: $8 members,* $12 nonmembers
Price for package of 6 films: $40 members,* $60 nonmembers
Tickets
This series focuses on diverse, engaging films that framed the 1990s, launched the careers of important new artists, and defined this era as a decade of artistic exploration that endures well into the 21st century.

Featured films in February include Basquiat February 11 and Just Another Girl on the IRT February 18. Films will begin at 7 PM; ticket includes access to the exhibition prior to the screening.

*Discounted price applies to MAM members, as well as members of the Montclair Film Festival.

Annual High School Lecture
Artist: Pepón Osorio
WHEN: Friday, February 27, 11 AM–12:30 PM
ADMISSION:
$10 per student (teacher is FREE with school group)
Advance registration is required. Contact tours@montclairartmuseum.org to reserve your group.

MAM’s Annual High School Lecture series invites prominent artists to share their insight with teens who are contemplating creative careers. Pepón Osorio is best known for large-scale installations and is featured in Come as You Are.


FAMILY PROGRAMS

Park Bench
WHEN: Second Wednesday of the Month – February 11, 9:30–11:30 AM
THEME:
Hearts and Other Shapes
ADMISSION: $18 per family/$6 Family-level Members and above
Tickets
MAM Park Bench introduces children to the Museum through a themed art project, tour, and storytelling in the galleries.

Home School Days
WHEN: Third Thursday of the month, February 19, 12–2 PM

ADMISSION: $18 per family/$6 Family-level members and above
Tickets (4–10) / Tickets (11+)
The Montclair Art Museum invites Home School families for a fun and educational afternoon, including a gallery tour and studio art project.

MAM Family Art Adventure (Ages 5+)
WHEN:
Third Saturday of the month, February 21, 2–3 PM
ADMISSION: $15 per family/$6 Family-level members and above
Tickets
Engage in fun activities as a family in MAM’s galleries and sculpture garden.


ADULT PROGRAMS

Siji

Eighth Annual Montclair African American Film Forum: Elder’s Corner
WHEN: Thursday, February 19; Artist's Reception: 6–6:45 PM; Screening & Performance: 7–9 PM

ADMISSION: FREE; RSVP to mkelshaw@montclairartmuseum.org
The Film Forum features films by independent African American filmmakers who bring to the big screen a look at the African Diaspora through a variety of entertaining and provocative genres. Join MAM and our African American Cultural Committee for a special musical performance by Siji accompanied by brief selections from the Elder’s Corner documentary, followed by a Q&A session with the artist. Learn more

The Montclair African American Film Forum is hosted by MAM’s African American Cultural Committee (AACC).

Creative Aging Initiative: Artful Outing
WHEN:
First Wednesday of the month, February 4, 2–3 PM
ADMISSION: FREE; RSVP to 973-259-5136 or tours@montclairartmuseum.org
MAM invites people with dementia and their care partners to attend a FREE, interactive gallery program led by MAM docents and educators.

FREE First Thursday Nights at MAM
WHEN: First Thursday of the month, February 5, 5–9 PM
ADMISSION:
FREE
The Montclair Art Museum invites you to enjoy a night out at the Museum, including live music, dynamic programming, and a full service bar. In February, highlights include performances by School of Rock and activities highlighting African American History Month. Learn more

Creative Aging Initiative: Art in the Afternoon
WHEN: Second Wednesday of the month, February 11, 2–3:30 PM
ADMISSION: $10 seniors, FREE MAM members
Area seniors will enjoy this opportunity to learn about and creatively respond to art through engaging conversations in the galleries and thematically related art activities in Leir Hall.
Art in the Afternoon is funded by a grant from the Partners for Health Foundation, which partners to strengthen health and wellness in the Montclair area.


TOURS

Closer Look Tour
WHEN: First Friday of the month, February 6, 2 PM

Coincides with the MAM’s Free First Fridays
Join us for informal 30-minute gallery talks that provide an in-depth examination of one to two works of art on view in the galleries. Tours are led by MAM educators and docents.

Public Tour
WHEN: 3rd Sunday of the Month, February 15, 2 PM
ADMISSION: Free with Museum admission
Discover the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions through a docent-led tour.

French Language Tour I
WHEN: Sunday, February 22, 2 PM
ADMISSION; $12 members, FIAF members, and students with ID; $15 nonmembers
Tickets
Please join France native Claire Negrin for an artful afternoon as you discover les chefs-d’oeuvre du MAM by looking closely at selected works on view and discussing them in French.
Cosponsored by The French Institute Alliance Française of NYC and Montclair.

Members’ Tours

WHEN: Saturday, February 28, 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
ADMISSION: FREE for MAM members
RSVP to members@montclairartmuseum.org or 973-259-5151; Space is limited.
Members are cordially invited to participate in an exclusive docent-led tour of the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions.
Not a member? Join MAM for special events, discounts, and more all year long! Visit montclairartmuseum.org or call 973-259-5151.


 

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Exhibitions on View:

Come as You Are: Art of the 1990s opens February 8. New Native American Collection Installation of Pueblo Indian Pottery, 100 Works for 100 Years: A Centennial Celebration, Robert Barry: Diptych, Window-Wallpiece for the Montclair Art Museum, and Spencer Finch: Yellow are also on view.

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