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| | | | New Exhibitions |  Expressions in Glass: American Brilliant Cut Glass 1876-1914 06·25·11 - 08·21·11 This exhibition includes some of the finest examples of glass from this period in private collections. On view through August 21, the exhibition has been organized for the Orlando Museum of Art by William Meek and the Sunburst Chapter of the American Cut Glass Association.  Tony Robbin: A Retrospective 07·30·11 - 10·30·11 View amazing kaleidoscopic layers of geometric forms animated by patterns of color. This exhibition will include 25 paintings, works on paper, sculpture and video animations of four- dimensional forms by one of the founders of the Pattern and Decoration (P & D) art movement. |
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| | | The Original Art Party |  07 07 11 6- 9pm Blank Canvas Works by 10 artists who will show their artistic process with a 'work in progress' during the three-hour event. Listen: Steve Moore & Moore Than Jazz Eat: Vital Flair Learn: Florida Artists Registry and Red Chair Project
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| For Families | A Book and A Look New free program! A Book and A Look bags examine the OMA's art treasures by artists such as Georgia O'Keeffe and engage your family with activities and discussion starters. The bags are recommended for pre-school through elementary age children. This project is funded in part by Bright House Networks.  Art Adventures July 26 / 9:30am. Join us for a fun play date with Mrs. Cross that uses all your senses to explore the OMA! Specially designed gallery hunts and stories make art come alive! This month's theme is "Chihuligans!". Celebrate the cool colors of Chihuly glass in the hot summer time. Pre-registration is required, call 407 896 4231 x262 Storytelling July 31 / 2:00pm. African art will engage the child's-heart in everyone through Moonlight Stories presented by Orisirisi. In the tradition of African storytelling, this theatrical production includes African drumming and dance, spirited call and response songs, and fun-filled audience participation. Free with admission. |
| For Adults | Gallery Talks July 6 / 1:30. Examine the OMA's collections with associate curator of adult programs, Jan Clanton. Tours are free with gallery admission. Art's the Spark @ OMA July 16 / 10:30-noon. For those with memory impairment and their caregivers. This fun experience includes interactive guided tours and studio activities that offer an expressive outlet and a forum for adult dialogue. This free program was funded in part by a grant from the Funds of the Community Foundation of Central Florida, Inc., one of more than 300 charitable funds established since 1994. Additional support has been provided by the Winter Park Health Foundation. To register for this program, call 407 896 4231 x262. Video Series: French Impressionism July 27 / Noon-1:00pm. Rosamond Bernier, famous Metropolitan Museum of Art lecturer, discusses the artists that she met and grew to know in Paris. The series, "French Impressionism: A School for Happiness" will introduce you to Manet, Monet, Degas, Renior, Pissarro, Cezanne and others. Bring your own bag lunch; we will supply the coffee and cookies. $3; $2 for OMA members. |
Summer Highlights
| Summer Camp* Weekly July 5- August 19. Paint, sculpt or assemble your masterpiece this summer! Sign up for a wonderful summer camp experience at the OMA. Camps for kids in grades 1 - 9 are happening each week with a different theme. Multiple week or multiple child discounts available. *Please pre-register or learn more by calling 407 896 4231 x262. Free Summer Admission for Active Military and Bank of America Customers OMA is participating in the Blue Star Museum Program offering free admission for all active duty military personnel and their families through Labor Day, September 5, 2011. Museums on Us from Bank of AmericaDuring the first weekend of every month Bank of America card holders receive free gallery admission. Please present your Bank of America debit or credit card and a photo ID for free admission. For more information, please call 407 896 4231 x0. |
| Membership | | Get more from your OMA membership card this summer Do you currently have an Individual or Dual/Family OMA membership? Upgrade to the Contributing level at $125 or above and enjoy free access to over 510+ reciprocal museums throughout North America and abroad as well as enhanced benefits with the OMA. Call the Membership Office at 407 896 4231 x235 to upgrade. Not yet a Member? Join now and enjoy more museums for free with the OMA's reciprocal programs. OMA membership in partnership with Easter Seals Florida The OMA has partnered with Easter Seals Florida to give children and adults with disabilities and special needs the opportunity to visit the OMA this summer. But we need your help. As a Member, you can make great art experiences happen by donating your free guest admission passes (part of your membership benefits) to Easter Seals Florida. Simply let us know you would like to donate your tickets when you join or renew your membership, mail or drop off your tickets already received at the OMA's front desk, or call 407 896 4231 x235. |
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Orlando Museum of Art
2416 North Mills Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803
Phone 407 896 4231
www.omart.org
Accredited by the American Association of Museums, the Orlando Museum of Art is supported by earned income, the Council of 101, donations from individuals, corporations and foundations, and sponsored in part by United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts campaign, State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts, and by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program.
Images: (top to bottom)Dale Chihuly, Citron and Cobalt Tower, 2004, glass on steel armature, 246 in. x 78 in. x 78 in., Shared with the community by the law firm of Lowndes Drosdick Doster Kantor & Reed in commemoration of its 35th anniversary.Libbey, engraved vase, ca. 1916, 12 x 10 in. Tony Robbin, 1979-1 (USF Snapshot),1979, acrylic on canvas, 56 x 70 in., Collection of William D. and Norma Canelas Roth. |
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