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June News New Exhibition Jasper Francis Cropsey, Dawn of Morning, Lake George, 1868. The Museum is collaborating with the Albany Institute of History & Art on an exchange of original exhibitions drawn from each other’s collections. On Hudson: Highlights from the Albany Institute of History & Art examines both the history and the symbolism of the Hudson River Valley, which has shaped American culture for three centuries. The Albany Institute’s collections include extraordinary portraits and material culture by Dutch settlers, one of the nation’s preeminent groups of Hudson River School landscape paintings, and contemporary works that exemplify the region's ongoing artistic legacy. Read more... Book Club Participation free with the purchase of the book from the Museum Shop June 21 (intro and tour) July 26 (book discussion) 6:30-8:30pm Book Club Discussion: The Island at the Center of the World Marsha Bansavage, Program Facilitator Join Bansavage for discussions on the book, The Island at the Center of the World: The Epic Story of Dutch Manhattan and the Forgotten Colony that Shaped America (2004) by Russell Shorto. Based on centuries-old documents, the book constructs a sweeping narrative of Manhattan’s founding that gives a startling perspective on how America began. Participation free with the purchase of the book from the Museum Shop. Call 860-434-5542 x 111 or email frontdesk@flogris.org to register. Connecticut's Historic Garden Day Join master storyteller Tom Lee in the Rafal Landscape center for colorful bouquet of garden and garden-related tales suited for the whole family. Sunday, June 24 12-4pm The Florence Griswold Museum is one of 14 distinctive historic sites and gardens across the state. One day a year each site celebrates Connecticut's places of beauty with special activities and events. For a lisitng of activities at all sites go to Cthistoricgardens.org for more information. Enjoy the Museum’s gardens on this special day five ways! Grounds admission is free; regular admission applies for historic house and gallery. Enjoy refreshments on Miss Florence’s porch. Get creative and pick up all the painting supplies necessary to make your own masterpiece in the garden or down by the river. Have lunch at Café Flo. Garden-fresh, family-friendly menu items. 2pm - Encore Event: Connecticut Historic Gardens Day with Storyteller Tom Lee Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival Celebrate the town's artistic heritage with two days of festivities! Join us Friday night for art open houses and a concert, or take part in Saturday's activities, which include Art Exhibitions & Sales, a Fresh Market, Musical Performances, Artisan Fairs, Book Signings & Sales, and Hands-On Kids’ Activities. Read more... Café Flo Expanded menu, extended hours, and a river view! See the menu...read what The Day's Suzanne Thompson has to say about the changes to Café Flo...get the recipe for Pappardelle with Lamb Ragù. Read more... Painting Class - Only two spaces left Saturday, June 23 10am-4pm Theorem Painting Class $60 (members $50) Register Online Join award-winning artist Mary Avery for the art of theorem painting. Popular in the 1800s, this old-fashioned technique uses stencils and watercolor to create beautiful compositions. Materials supplied. In the Shop Saturday, July 7 2pm Wearable Sculpture with Kristen Brown Join the artist for a presentation on silverwork and jewelry making. With a Masters of Fine Arts in sculpture, Brown approaches each of her designs as a miniature “wearable sculpture.” From Jimmy Buffet to Johnny Cash, Jamie's Junk Show transports you to that endless summer kind of place. Party En Plein Air with Jamie’s Junk Show Friday, July 13 6:30pm $35 (members $30) Register Online This terrific cover band supplies the dance music for a fun night on the banks of the Lieutenant River. Drinks and light fare. A great way to spend the day! Make a Painting Sundays Every Sunday 1-5pm Free with Museum admission. No reservations required Painters are given brushes, palette, paint, canvas, and a smock and are sent to paint down by the river or in Miss Florence's garden. Complete your day with scavenger hunts and visit the historic artist studio. And the winner is.... Congratulations to Janiss Fowler for winning the tote bag of goodies from the Museum Shop. Janiss please to arrange pick up of your bag. connect with us   This e-mail was sent from Florence Griswold Museum Immediate removal with ® Secure. To forward this e-mail to a friend or colleague, . To change your e-mail address or update preferences, .