This Sunday @ HAM: Opening Reception & Block Party

 

Opening Reception & Block Party Sunday, May 19, from 2-5 pm Join us for a memorable afternoon as we celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions. Hear from exhibiting artists, enjoy live music, food, and adult beverages. This event is free to attend and open to all who love art, culture, and a good time. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration — mark your calendars and tell your friends! No RSVP needed. Click here to learn more. New Exhibitions: Theda Sandiford, Great Resignation Baggage Cart, Vintage silk ties and leather belts, paracord, black zip ties & ribbon, LED strip lights, mesh on recycled commercial fishing net and gold spray paint on recovered shopping cart, 36” x 40” x 24” Uncontained: Reimagining Basketry Curated by Carol Eckert, Uncontained: Reimagining Basketry features the works of 14 artists that challenge and expand the traditional boundaries of basketry.   These artists bridge past and present, merging age-old techniques with contemporary expressions reflecting the practices of the earliest basketmakers while addressing contemporary issues like environmental concerns and social commentary. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE Debra Ramsay, Prothonotary Warbler, 2022, acrylic on cast acrylic, 5.25" x 8.25" x .75" Debra Ramsay: Flying Colors Curated by Mary Birmingham, Flying Colors is a multi-sensory exploration into the visual and auditory world of birdwatching, blending color, technology, and art.  Inspired by bird migrations through New York's Central Park, Ramsay captures the fleeting presence of these birds in a series of abstract paintings on translucent acrylic panels. The installation features bird songs and calls, offering a dynamic and ephemeral experience akin to spotting birds in their habitat. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE Parvathi Kumar, Primarily Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan, 2023, Color photograph Ephemeral Encounters: Street Photography by Parvathi Kumar Curated by Mary Birmingham, Ephemeral Encounters is a collection of photographs that captures the transient yet poignant moments of daily life across diverse global landscapes. New Jersey-based photographer Parvathi Kumar, with a profound sense of wanderlust, has traversed the globe—from Japan to Morocco, India to Mexico, and various locales across the United States—capturing the essence of human existence in its most candid forms. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE Other Upcoming Events ArtBar (Open to the Public) Friday, May 24 from 7-9 pm Elevate your Friday evenings with us and quench your adult thirst with an array of crafted cocktails, wine, refreshing beers, and spiked seltzers. Situated on our Toshiko Takaezu Terrace, ArtBar also offers the best seats in the house for Clinton’s Come Together Friday Night Music. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE The Artist’s Closet: Annual Vintage Clothing Sale June 1-2 from 11 am-4 pm Shop designer vintage clothing and accessories for men, women, and children on our terrace. All proceeds benefit HAM. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE 🚨 Attention Artists 🚨 Submit Your Work to Our 2024 Members Exhibition This annual exhibition showcases the diverse talents of the members of the Hunterdon Art Museum. The artists work in an array of media, and one is selected for a future solo exhibition at HAM. Serving as this year’s juror is Matthew Gosser, chief curator and gallery director of the College of Architecture and Design at NJIT. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE Showcase Your Work on our Terrace Our series of outdoor juried art fairs is back this summer! This is an opportunity to showcase your work, network with buyers, meet connections, and make sales. We are now accepting applications from artists. CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE Become a HAM Member: Enjoy Discounts, Unlimited Exhibitions Access, and More! By becoming an annual member of Hunterdon Art Museum, you'll enjoy a plethora of exclusive benefits! These include discounts on classes, workshops, and summer camps, unlimited admission to exhibitions, the chance to submit work to our annual juried Members Exhibition, guest passes, and FREE admission to over 1100 art museums nationwide through North American Reciprocal Museums. Plus, you'll gain access to ArtBar, a pop-up bar experience. BECOME A MEMBER Support HAM: Your Contribution Makes a Difference Your support is vital to us. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, Hunterdon Art Museum relies on your tax-deductible contributions. Your generosity helps us maintain our historic building, create exhibitions showcasing contemporary art from around the globe, and develop programs that teach skills and foster creativity. SUPPORT US TODAY Programs are made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts; Hyde and Watson Foundation; The Large Foundation; and The Holt Foundation, along with other corporations, foundations and individuals. The Hunterdon Art Museum is barrier-free and accessible to people who use wheelchairs. Patrons who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired may contact the Museum through the New Jersey Relay Service at (TTY) 1 (800) 852-7899. Visit our Accessibility page for complete information. Copyright (C) 2024 Hunterdon Art Museum. All rights reserved. Hunterdon Art Museum 7 Lower Center Street Clinton, NJ 08809