NEW AT THE PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM

Late Thursdays
Annual Faculty and Staff Open House
WHEN: Thursday, January 30, 5–8 p.m.
WHERE: Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton NJ

Join us next Thursday evening when our 2020 student tour guides make their debut. From 5 to 8 p.m., our 10 new guides will be stationed throughout the galleries to interpret masterworks across the collections—from ancient mosaics to Andy Warhol. Princeton’s Prospect House will also offer a sampling of their most popular tastes.

Last Chance
States of Health: Visualizing Illness and Healing
WHEN: Through February 2

Don’t miss your last chance to see our critically acclaimed exhibition States of Health: Visualizing Illness and Healing. A new review in Hyperallergic says the show helps visitors “gain a deeper understanding of death and healing,” explaining that “an engaging selection of works by Leonora Carrington, Edvard Munch, Jackson Pollock, Gordon Parks, LaToya Ruby Frazier, Albrecht Dürer, and others come together to illuminate illness and healing in art. Experts in infectious diseases, disability, literature, medicine, contagion, psychology, and creative writing weigh in, in the form of short essays on the walls, responding to the 80 objects from antiquity to present day.”

Final Weeks
The Eternal Feast: Banqueting in Chinese Art from the 10th to the 14th Century 
WHEN: Through February 16

“Stunning”—that’s what the Wall Street Journal calls this exhibition, which brings to life the art of the feast during three transformative Chinese dynasties. Focusing on a rare group of paintings—along with ceramic, lacquer, metal, and stone objects as well as textiles—the exhibition explores one of the most enduring and significant facets of the Chinese tradition: the continuum between life and the afterlife. Save the date for our exhibition-inspired events: a guest lecture about food symbolism in mid-20th-century China to be held Thursday, February 6, and our Lunar New Year Celebration with music, dance, and traditional cuisine on Saturday, February 8.

In the News
New Portraits Honor African Americans on Campus

Center of Creation—newly on view in our gallery of American art—is one of a series of portraits by painter Mario Moore that portray African American staff across campus. The body of work has garnered attention from CBS, BBC, The Observer, News 12, and CNN, the last of which says the work offers “a fresh perspective on the working class, racial struggle and empowerment.”

Community Event

Homeschool Week
WHEN: January 28–31, 11 a.m–2 p.m.

The homeschool community is invited to join us next week, Tuesday through Friday, for free self-guided, interactive tours followed by related art projects. Each day has a different theme. All ages are welcome; no tickets or reservations are needed.

Tuesday, January 28 | Africa 
Wednesday, January 29 | American Portraiture
Thursday, January 30 | Ancient Greece 
Friday, January 31 | The Eternal Feast: Banqueting in Chinese Art from the 10th to the 14th Century

Image credits

• Eric Avery, Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2000. Linoleum block print over lithograph. Department of Rare Books and Special Collections, Graphic Arts Collection, Princeton University Library. © Eric Avery

• Chinese, Liao dynasty, 907–1125, Coffin Box Panel: Preparing for an Outdoor Banquet (detail), 10th–early 11th century. Wood with lacquer-based pigment. Princeton University Art Museum. Museum purchase, Fowler McCormick, Class of 1921, Fund (1995-86)

• Mario Moore (American, born 1987), Center of Creation (Michael), 2019. Oil on linen. Princeton University Art Museum. Museum purchase

Luna Stage Conservatory Announces Autumn Classes For Kids, Teens, Adults and Introduces Homeschool Classes

Luna Stage Conservatory is now accepting enrollment for fall classes. Classes are offered for kids, teens, and adults.

In addition to Luna’s afterschool and weekend offerings, the professional regional theatre is now offering daytime classes for homeschool students.

All Luna teachers are working professional theatre artists. A complete schedule and class descriptions are available at www.lunastage.org.

WHERE: Luna Stage, 555 Valley Rd., West Orange

Luna Stage Conservatory Schedule 

Little Luna: Improv & Storytelling (Grades K-2)
FEE: $152
WHEN: Saturdays, 10-11am (10/19-12/14) OR Sundays, 12:45-1:45 (10/20-12/15)

MUSICAL THEATRE 

Little Luna: Musical Theatre (Grades K-2)
FEE: $184
WHEN: Saturdays, 11am-12pm (10/19-12/14)

Musical Theatre (Grades 3-5)
FEE: $184
WHEN: Saturdays, 10am-11am (10/19-12/14)

Musical Theatre (Grades 3-6)
FEE: $252
WHEN: Thursdays, 4pm-5:30pm (10/24-12/19)

Musical Theatre (Grades 6-9)
FEE: $252
WHEN: Saturdays, 12pm-1:30pm  (10/19-12/14) 

Acting & Improv (Grades 3-5)
FEE: $152
WHEN: Saturdays, 11am-12pm (10/19-12/14)

Improv & Theatre Games (Grades 2-5)
Price: $117
WHEN: Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm (10/19-12/14) OR Sundays, 1:45-2:30pm (10/20-12/15)

Improv & Theatre Games (Grades 6-9)
FEE: $117
Instructor: Nicolette Lynch
WHEN: Saturdays, 12:45pm-1:30pm (10/19-12/14) 

Musical Workshop Phase 2 (Grades 9 - 12) 
Audition Only.  Free (limited number of spaces)
WHEN: Sundays, 12:30pm-2:30pm (9/29/19-3/1/20)

Creative Response Team (Grades 7-12)
WHEN: Thursdays, 4:00pm-6:00pm (10/24-12/19)
Enrollment is at the discretion of the instructor.

Luna Theatre for Homeschool Students
12-Week Session
WHEN: Tuesday 10:00 am-12:30 pm (9/17-12-17) OR Wednesdays, 10:00 am–12:30 pm (9/18-12/18) 
FEE: $750
(Full year/second-semester option—details coming soon)

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Acting Essentials
FEE: $264
WHEN: Tuesdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm (10/8-12/15)

Musical Theatre
FEE: $496
WHEN: Tuesdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm (10/8-12/15)

Playwriting
WHEN: Wednesdays, 10:00am-11:00am (9/18-12/18)
The schedule is subject to change.

About Luna Stage

Luna Stage develops and produces vibrant plays about local and global experiences. We bring communities together for artistic events that spark conversations and create understanding and change. Firmly rooted in New Jersey's Valley Arts District—a crossroads of cultures—we celebrate the diverse voices that surround us.

Luna is committed to eliminating barriers to participation and nurturing the next generation of audiences and artists. In addition to its artistic season, the company offers classes for children and adults and developmental programs for early-career artists.

Luna Stage has contributed to the development of over 100 new works for the stage, earning a reputation for artistic excellence. Luna’s unique approach to producing, as well as the work itself, fosters an environment of inclusivity, understanding, and infinite possibility.

Upcoming September Events at The Watershed Institute

Please note that Events may be postponed or cancelled due to weather or low registration. Please register for events here: thewatershed.org/events

WHERE: The Watershed Institute (formerly the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association), 31 Titus Mill Road, Pennington, New Jersey 08534
www.thewatershed.org 
609.737.3735

TRENTON RIVER DAYS FAIR

WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPT. 28, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
WHERE: South Riverwalk Park (near the Trenton Thunder Stadium)
ADMISSION: Free
General Audience

Join us for a celebration on the Delaware River! This free event includes food and educational activities for the whole family! Explore games and exhibits about the life of the Delaware River, and then enjoy a boat ride or paddle along the river's banks. Live music and entertainment will be provided by Son 7 and performers from the Trenton Circus Squad.

Participants can help plant a wildflower meadow, and discover River-Friendly tools and habits to bring home.

The event is brought to you by The Watershed Institute, Mercer County and the Mercer County Park Commission, The City of Trenton, D&R Greenway Land Trust, and the Alliance for Watershed Education of the Delaware River.

CREEPY SPIDER HUNT

WHEN: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 7:30-9 p.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute
ADMISSION: $5 per person
General Audience, ages 5+

Crab spiders, jumping spiders, wolf spiders, orb and funnel weavers and more! Join our annual night hunt with nocturnal naturalist Jeff Hoagland. Bring your flashlight or headlamp to use as we navigate the trails in search of many different types of spiders.

HOMESCHOOL NATURE CLASSES

WHEN: FALL SEMESTER - SEPT. 10, 17, 24, OCT. 8, 22, 29, NOV. 5, 12, 9:30- 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Center
ADMISSION: $105 per semester ($15 per class drop-in fee).

Join us each semester for weekly classes that comprehensively explore a topic. There will be classroom-style presentation of information before the outdoor investigations for children ages 5-8 and 9-12.

This semester is all about insects! We will cover:  Insects 101, pollinator insects, aquatic insects, predatory insects, insect adaptations, monarch migration, the social life of insects, insect-human interactions, and insects in winter.

OUT THERE READING GROUP

WHEN: WEDNESDAYS, SEPT. 18, OCT. 16, NOV. 13, DEC. 11, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute
ADMISSION: Free
Adults

Jeff Hoagland will facilitate this reading group as we explore a wide variety of writing about nature, wildness and the wilderness. Participants will receive a monthly email with curated poems and prose focused on a specific topic or author. Register for individual sessions or all. Light refreshments provided.

TIE -DYE DAY

WHEN: FRIDAY, SEPT. 20, 5- 7 p.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute
ADMISSION: $5 per person
General Audience

Missing your tie-dying activities from summer camp? Watershed Nature Camp participants and their families may bring three adult-size shirts (or the equivalent amount of fabric) to dye! We'll have red, yellow and blue colors to mix and help you make your own colors and patterns! Feel free to bring a friend, too!

GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE CLASS

FRIDAY, OCT. 25, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Registration starts at 9 a.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute

This introductory session will provide an overview of the upcoming changes in the NJ storm water rule, why it matters and the requirements for green infrastructure. Design, installation, and maintenance of these structures will also be discussed. An optional tour of storm water facilities including a green roof, rain gardens, and porous paving will be provided at the end of the event.

The Watershed Institute will hold a two-day course with a certification in February, 2020.

SAVE THE DATE:

The Watershed FEST

WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute

The Watershed FEST is an annual themed evening of great food and excellent company.

3RD ANNUAL WATERSHED CONFERENCE

FRIDAY, NOV. 1, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Watershed Institute
ADMISSION: $35/$45 (Early Bird registration until Oct. 11)

Registration is open for the 3rd Annual New Jersey Watershed Conference.

Join us and learn more about the benefits of storm water management, green infrastructure, harmful algal blooms, and other topics.

LAST CHANCE: New Directions in Fiber Art @ Montclair Art Museum Closes June 16

WHERE: Montclair Art Museum, 3 S. Mountain Ave., Montclair CLOSING JUNE 16: New Directions in Fiber Art New Directions in Fiber Art, the New Jersey Arts Annual exhibition highlighting over 40 New-Jersey based artists, is closing this weekend! Don't miss your chance to see this breathtaking collection of fiber-based artists. Our galleries are open Wednesday–Sunday, 12–5 p.m. PLAN your visit SummerART is starting soon—secure your spot!  Registration is OPEN for summer art classes for kids, teens, and adults. Don't wait to register, classes and camps start the week of June 24. BROWSE the brochures REGISTER today Paid Internships for High School Students Are you a rising high school Junior or Senior interested in exploring a career in the arts or museums? Apply today for MAM's High School Internship — applications are due on June 21! LEARN MORE about this internship opportunity Last of the season! Drop-In Studio WHEN: June 16, 1–4 p.m.   MORE Public Tour WHEN: June 16, 2–3 p.m.  MORE Last of the season! Home School Day WHEN: June 20, 12–2 p.m.   MORE Bibliophiles Book Discussion WHEN: June 22, 2 p.m.   MORE

UPCOMING EVENTS @ THE PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM

Community Collaboration Migrations

WHERE: Princeton University Art Museum, Princeton More than 30 regional nonprofit organizations, including numerous Princeton University departments and programs, will investigate the far-reaching theme of migrations from February through May 2018. From the Princeton University Art Museum to the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, from McCarter Theatre to the Witherspoon-Jackson Historical and Cultural Society, Womanspace, and the Princeton Public Library, participants will explore the movements of peoples, wildlife, and even ideas both in our own day and throughout history. Learn more at princetonmigrations.org. Migration and Material Alchemy, a special gallery installation opening on January 27, will harness the languages of poetry, translation, and materiality to address issues as diverse as cultural continuity, environmental degradation, and population displacement. Late Thursdays Annual Faculty and Staff Open House WHEN: Thursday, February 1, 5–8 p.m. There’s no better time to experience the Art Museum than during our annual Open House for Princeton University faculty and staff—and indeed all visitors. Drop in after work or bring your family after dinner for music and highlights tours led by our newest class of student tour guides. Princeton’s Prospect House will present “A Taste of Prospect”—a sampling of their most popular refreshments. Lecture Wings of a Dove: Form, History, and the Gift of Black Art WHEN: Thursday, February 8, 5:30 p.m. Nijah Cunningham, Cotsen Postdoctoral Fellow, Princeton Society of Fellows, and Lecturer, African American Studies and English, will deliver a talk in conjunction with the exhibition Hold: A Meditation on Black Aesthetics. Cosponsored by the Department of African American Studies. A reception in the Museum will follow. Panel Discussion Memories, Traces, Evidence: Visualizing Deindustrialization WHEN: Friday, February 9, 2 p.m. Responding to the exhibition Rouge: Michael Kenna, featuring Kenna’s photographs of the Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan, a faculty panel—with Judith Hamera, professor of dance, Lewis Center for the Arts, and Aaron Shkuda, Princeton-Mellon Initiative in Architecture, Urbanism, and the Humanities—will offer views on the postindustrial city, including the ways industrial infrastructure fuels fantasies and the logistics of renewal and reuse. Museum Director James Steward will introduce the program, to be moderated by Katherine Bussard, Peter C. Bunnell Curator of Photography. Homeschool Week WHEN: January 30–February 2, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Join us in the galleries between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, for self-guided, interactive tours followed by related art projects. Each day has a different theme. All ages are welcome; no tickets or reservations are needed. Tuesday, January 30: Alaska Wednesday, January 31: Medieval Europe Thursday, February 1: Percy Jackson and the Heroes of Ancient Greece Friday, February 2: Egypt CREDITS: Glenn Ligon, Self Portrait at Eleven Years Old, 2004. Museum purchase Kathleen Compton Sherrerd Fund for Acquisitions in American Art. © Glenn Ligon; courtesy of the artist, Luhring Augustine, NYC, Regen Projects, LA, and Thomas Dane Gallery, London | Michael Kenna, The Rouge, Study 1, Dearborn, Michigan, 1993. Princeton University Art Museum. The Ford Rouge Complex Collection, gift of the Ford Motor Company. © Michael Kenna

HOMESCHOOL WEEK @ THE PRINCETON UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM

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APRIL PROGRAMS @ MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM

NEW! GAELEN LECTURE

Annual Gaelen Family Artist Lecture with Preston Singletary Thursday, April 28, 7:30 p.m. More → The Gaelen Family Artist Lecture is made possible through The Gaelen Family Artist Lecture Endowment Fund.

LECTURES AND DISCUSSIONS

Film Screening & Concert: Flory's Flame Sunday, April 17, 2–4 p.m. More → American Artist Colonies Panel Discussion Thursday, April 14, 7 p.m. More →

ADULTS

Closer Look Tour Friday, April 1, 2–2:30 p.m. Coincides with FREE First Friday More → Free First Thursday Night First Thursday of the month, April 7, 5–9 p.m. More → Public Tour Third Sunday of the month, April 17, 2–3 p.m. More →

FAMILIES

Building Montclair in Lego (Ages 5–14) Sunday, April 3 Session I: 2–4 p.m. SOLD OUT Session II: 5–7 p.m. More → Park Bench Second Wednesday of the month, April 13, 9:30–11:30 a.m. More →   MAM Family Art Adventure Third Saturday of the month, April 16, 2–3 p.m. More → WBGO Kids Jazz Concert Saturday, April 30, 12:30–2 p.m.  More → Family Programs at MAM are funded, in part, by a generous gift from the LeQuire-Schott Family Programs Fund. Park Bench and Free Family Programs are made possible by an anonymous grant.

SENIORS

Artful Outing First Wednesday of the month, April 6, 2–3 p.m. More → Art in the Afternoon Second Wednesday of the month, April 13, 2–3:30 p.m. More →

HOME SCHOOL

Home School Class: Animals, Artifacts, Gods, Goddesses, and more! (Ages 7+) 8 weeks, begins Tuesday, April 19, 1:30–3 p.m. Peg Kenselaar More → Home School Day Third Thursday of the month, April 21, 12–2 p.m. More →

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Exhibitions on View:
America Visions: 1870–1940, Works from the Bank of America Collection, Work and Leisure in American Art: Selected Works from the Collection, Noah Klersfeld: Percussive Lights with Bathroom Floor, New Native American Collection Installation of Pueblo Indian Pottery, and Basket Mania: Collecting Native American Basketry in the Late Victorian Era.

WHERE: MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042
973-746-5555
montclairartmuseum.org

SPECIAL EVENTS FOR HOMESCHOOLED STUDENTS @ THE PRINCETON UNIV. ART MUSEUM

www.artmuseum.princeton.edu for information and directions