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May 21 - July 7, 2013
COLLECTING STORIES: American Paintings from the Collection of Thomas Davies
Come view this extraordinary collection of Thomas Davies. From New Canaan, CT, Davies has been collecting for over 45 years and has focused on collecting major New England artists.
What is extraordinary about his collection is the important range of categories represented. Some of the categories the exhibition focuses on are: Cityscapes, Expatriates, Hudson River School, Illustration, Impressionism, Independents, Realism, Western and Contemporary. Another wonderful aspect of the exhibiton is that it will include some of the stories told by Mr. Davies about purchasing these outstanding works.
The following Gallery Talks and Activities are in conjunction with the exhibition and are included in the price of admission.
- Friday, May 25 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. – Public Opening Reception
- Saturday, May 25, 11:00 a.m. – Lecture and book signing by Thomas Davies
- Tuesday, June 18, 7:00 p.m. – Wine and Book Discussion of the book, Collecting Stories by Thomas Davies
- Thursday, June 20, 2:00 p.m. – Repeat of the book discussion
Plus the Cahoon in Bloom in conjunction with the Aptucxet Garden Club, Bourne will be from June 13 to 16. Now in its 6th year, this popular event will feature floral designers from the Aptucxet Garden Club, who will base arrangements on works they choose from the exhibition "Collecting Stories: American Paintings from the Collection of Thomas Davies." Click here for more infomation about the Cahoon in Bloom.
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| Impressionism Category - Max Keuhne (1880-1968), The Yellow Shed from Banner Hill, oil on canvas, collection of Kristian Davies |
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| Realism Catagory - Walter Murch (1907-1967), The Lock, oil on canvas, collection of Erik Davies
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March 26 - May 19, 2013
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ARTIST AND BARTENDER: The Extraordinary Work of Captain Joe Miron
Come experience the first major retrospective of Captain Joe Miron (1894-1980), who was a bartender of Falmouth’s Casino-by-the-Sea for many years as well as an artist. In Falmouth, he painted the mural at the Captain Kidd Bar in Woods Hole.
He was not someone that could be easily defined and adjectives used to describe him include: bohemian, eccentric, bon vivant, raconteur, world traveler, and pirate.
Come join us and view these extraordinary works of subjects around the world and attest to the extraordinary life Miron lived.
We thank our following sponsors: Mary E. Reilly & James P. Reilly, in memory of William F. Crowley, long time owner of Captain Kidd Restaurant and preserver of Captain Kidd Mural, 1946 by Captain Joe Miron; Ann Paparella/Cape Cod En Route Spa & Nicole Gadikis, Executive Search, honoring the Sweeney Family; and “Bill & Vera Sweeney”, Casino-by-the-Sea, 1968-1998.
The following talks and activities are in conjunction with the exhibition:
- Friday, March 29 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. – Public Opening Reception
- Tuesday, April 9. 11:00 a.m. – Conversation with Suzanne Reilly whose family owned Falmouth’s Casino-by-the-Sea where Captain Miron worked for many years
- Tuesday, April 16, 7:00 p.m. – Wine and Book Discussion of the book, A Red Tide in Winter, by S. Sweeney Reilly (book available in our museum shop)
- Thursday, April 18, 2:00 p.m. – Repeat of the book discussion
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Joe Miron (1894-1980), Harry's Bar, watercolor |
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Joe Miron (1894-1980), Peace & Quiet Bar, watercolor |
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| Joe Miron (1894-1980), P-Town, watercolor |
February 1 - March 24, 2013
THE MAGNIFICENT SPLENDOR OF TREES: How Artists Interpret Trees
Trees are an important part of an artist's subject matter and are often used to capture a mood or used as an allegory. This exhbition will look at the different styles artists use to capture trees.
This show is our annual benefit exhibition. For our first exhibition of every year the works are for sale and a portion of the proceeds go to a local charity. This year the benefactor will be the Sandwich Conservation Trust.
Come join us in the New Year and experience the magnificent splendor of trees.
OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, February 8 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm
GALLERY TALKS AND ACTIVITIES:
Tuesday, February 19, 11 a.m. – Gallery talk with John N. Cullity, President of the Sandwich Conservation Trust.
Tuesday, March 5, 11 a.m. – Gallery Talk with C.L. Fornari, the Garden Lady, about Cape Cod Trees: Planting, Pruning, and Care. Space is limited. RSVP by calling the Museum (508)428-7581 or emailing christy@cahoonmuseum.org
Tuesday, March 19, 7 p.m. – Wine and Book Discussion of "The Man Who Planted Trees" by Jean Giono and wood engravings by Michael McCurdy. RSVP by March 18 by calling the Museum (508)428-7581.
Thursday, March 21, 2 p.m. – Repeat of the Wine and Book Discussion of "The Man Who Planted Trees" by Jean Giono and wood engravings by Michael McCurdy. RSVP by March 20 by calling the Museum (508)428-7581.
Gallery Talks and activities are included in the price of admission.
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| Doris Mee, Winter Beauty, collage |
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| Jane Eccles, Beach Cedars, oil on canvas
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Main Gallery Exhibitions 2013
February 1 - March 24, 2013
The Magnificent Spelndor of Trees: How Artists Interpret Trees
This exhibition is a benefit for the Sandwich Conservation Trust and looks at how artists portray trees.
March 26 - May 19, 2013
Artist and Bartender: The Extraordinary Works of Captain Joe Miron
This exhibition will spotlight the art career of Captain Joe Miron. He bartended for many years at the Captain Kidd Restaurant in Woods Hole. The works will be borrowed from family and friends of Miron. This show is being sponsored by the Sweeney family and the Captain Kidd Restaurant.
May 21-July 7, 2013
Collecting Stories: American Paintings from the Collection of Thomas Davies
Thomas Davies, from New Canaan, CT, has been collecting art for over 25 years and has an extraordinary collection of major New England artists. This exhibition will be a glimpse of his collection.
July 9 – August 18, 2013
Revisiting the Past: Photographs of Old Cape Cod (Upstairs Gallery)
This exhibition will look at photographs of the Cape before the area was so developed. The Cahoon Museum of American Art will work with museums and historic societies throughout the Cape to borrow works.
July 9 – August 18, 2013
Historic Perspectives of Cape Cod: Works by South Cape Artists (Downstairs Gallery)
This exhibition will consist of over 20 paintings and three dimensional artwork depicting historical properties and events on Cape Cod in collaboration with the Cape and Islands Historical Association. The proposed exhibition will also include artifacts from local historical societies, written anecdotes about the subject of each painting or sculpture, and gallery talks and/or walking tours by members of the historical societies and South Cape Artists.
August 20 – September 29, 2013
In Praise of Women: How Women are Portrayed in American Art
This exhibition will look at how women are portrayed in American Art and what artists portrayed them.
October 1 – November 17, 2013
Innovation and Color: The Reinterpretation of the Woodcut
In recent years, the woodcut has been rediscovered by many talented artists. This exhibition will explore that rediscovery and show what innovations are happening with the woodcut from the 19990s to the present.
November 19 – December 22, 2013
Small Works Exhibition
In honor of the holiday season
this exhibition will spotlight exemplary southern New England artists capturing the incredible beauty of this part of the country. All works will be for sale. |
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