Art Along the Rivers: Art Communities

Join Melissa Wolfe, curator of American art, to encounter works of art included in the fourth section of Art Along the Rivers: A Bicentennial Celebration. This talk brings together objects created by regional artists in the 20th century who sought the camaraderie of like-minded makers. Whether united by artistic styles or social views, and whether their associations lasted for only a short period or for a lifetime, these makers found fertile ground in which to develop their vision in the creative atmosphere sustained by the company of others. Objects made by folk or outsider artists are also included. Within this context, their work provides an important perspective on community and the richness of creative inquiry.

This virtual program will take place via Zoom and will include opportunities for participants to ask questions with the Q&A feature. Attendees’ mics and cameras will not be activated. This event will have automated closed captions.

Attendees must register to receive the Zoom link. Capacity for the live program is limited.

A closed-captioned recording of the program will become available on the Museum’s YouTube channel and website in the weeks following.