Date: Aug 30, 2007

Hofstra University Museum's Fall Schedule Features Talk, Tours and Truth

Exhibitions, Receptions, Lectures and Education Programs

Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY – The Hofstra University Museum will be offering Art and Dialogue, Lectures, Public and Education Programs along with a unique and dynamic exhibition schedule for eager art fans in the Fall 07 schedule.

“The Hofstra University Museum is dedicated to furthering the understanding and enjoyment of the visual arts,” said Beth Levinthal, director of the Hofstra University Museum.  “Through its public programs and educational outreach the Museum helps people make deep and long-lasting connections to works of art, society, and to the varied cultures from which the art works originate.  This fall season of programs is designed to give participants rare opportunities for engagement with renowned artists, art historians, dancers, journalists, and others.”

Below is a list of new programs and their descriptions. Museum members receive free admission or discounts to most programs. For more information and to register for these programs, contact Jennifer Perez at (516) 463-5672 or for more exhibit information visit the Hofstra University Museum website at http://www.hofstra.edu/COM/Museum/index_Museum.cfm


ART AND DIALOGUE

Art Talk
This new series stimulates dialogue and discussion. Controversial and cutting- edge issues related to the contemporary world of art and society will be the focus of each evening.  Discussion facilitators for each session will be experts from the fields of visual art, performance art, science, business, politics and more.  Future facilitators are to be announced.  Call for more information and to reserve your place.

Tuesday, October 9, 2007
The Absolute Truth

The highly regarded Newsweek magazine art critic, and internationally respected artist and painter, Peter Plagens, will facilitate discussion during the first Art Talk evening.  During the spring 2008 semester, Peter Plagens will join Hofstra's faculty as a visiting professor in the

Comparative Arts and Culture Master's program.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007 Tuesday, December 11, 2007

(Les Payne is the scheduled discussant)7 p.m.
Free admission (reservations are encouraged as space is limited)

First Wednesdays
Join us every first Wednesday of the month during common hour in Emily Lowe Gallery for discussions and tours of our current exhibition American Perspectives: 1907 - 1992.  
September 5, 2007
October 3, 2007
November 7, 2007
December 3, 2007
11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (University’s common hour)

PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Preserving the Past: The Fine Art of Conservation
Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center Theater, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, First Floor and Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Conference and Exhibition Hall, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, 10th floor

Hofstra University’s School for Continuing Education and the Hofstra University Museum present this stimulating and informative symposium which explores the fine art of painting, textile and metalwork conservation. Guest presenters are painting conservator Jonathan Sherman; textiles expert Susan Anne Mathisen; and Dr. Ann Feuerbach, anthropologist and archeological conservator.

Saturday, September 29, 2007
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: registration, continental breakfast and panel presentations
12:30 - 2 p.m.: Reserved seating luncheon with the panelists
Fees: General admission $10, free for Museum members, Hofstra students, faculty and staff with Hofstra I.D. Luncheon: Additional $40 per person (no discounts)

Fall Garden Tour and Gallery Talk
The morning begins at Emily Lowe Gallery with an insider’s view of our current exhibition American Perspectives: 1907 - 1992 led by Beth Levinthal, museum director. Participants will also be treated to a fall garden tour of the Hofstra campus led by director of grounds, Fred Soviero, who will highlight new plantings, flora and fauna in the arboretum.  

Thursday, October 11, 2007, 11 a.m.
Fees: $5, General public; $3, Senior citizens; Free for Museum members, Hofstra students, faculty and staff with Hofstra I.D.

LECTURES

Illustrated Talk

The American Scene, then and now
Dr. Lewis Kachur, Metropolitan Museum of Art lecturer, associate art history professor, Kean University. Emily Lowe Gallery, located behind Emily Lowe Hall, South campus.
Thursday, October 18, 2007, 7 p.m.

Fees: $5, General public; $3, Senior citizens; Free for Museum members, Hofstra students, faculty and staff with Hofstra I.D.

Curator’s Talk and Tour
Photographing Suburbia: Crewdson, Owens and Weiner
Dr. Daniel R. Rubey
Dean of Library and Information Services at Hofstra, and an arts writer for Art in America and ArtNews magazines.
Rochelle and Irwin A. Lowenfeld Conference and Exhibition Hall, 10th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library
Thursday, November 14, 2007, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Free Admission

FOR EDUCATORS
Open House
This free event is designed to offer a sampling of the Museum’s programs and educational resources for prospective University class and school group visits.  Faculty and educators in various disciplines are invited to explore how Museum offerings connect to their education goals, and how to incorporate art across all curriculum areas.  Enjoy this special viewing of American Perspectives: 1907-1992, and receive a museum shop discount. Light refreshments will be served.
    Emily Lowe Gallery
    Located behind Emily Lowe Hall, South campus
    Thursday, September 27, 2007, 5:30- p.m.
    Free admission (reservations are encouraged as space is limited)

FOR FAMILIES

Family Fun Sundays
These free events allow kids and adults to have fun learning about art during drop-in studio workshops.  All materials are provided, and an artist or educator will help guide participants through the process of making art related to our current exhibition.
            Emily Lowe Gallery
            Located behind Emily Lowe Hall, South campus
            September 16, 2007
            October 21, 2007
            November 18, 2007
            11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

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