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Arthur Heming: Chronicler of the North now on view At the height of his career Arthur Henry Howard Heming (1870-1940) was among Canada’s best-known artists, gaining particular attention in the United States and Europe. Heming’s paintings, drawings, prints, and writings cemented Canada’s image as “The Great White North,” a wilderness paradise for outdoor adventure. As part of the exhibition, examples of Impressionist-influenced works by members (such as Lawren Harris ) of Canada’s influential painters’ ensemble known as the Group of Seven are shown in contrast to Heming’s narrative, action-packed images. Read more... Arthur Heming, Canadian Pioneers, 1931. Oil on canvas. Collection of The Canadian Anglo-Boer War Museum Lawren Harris, Glaciers, Rocky Mountains, c. late 1920s. Oil on card. Collection of Museum London Homeschooler Classes The Museum offers monthly classes for Homeschoolers. Each class features a specialized instruction on a timely topic followed by a hands on project. April's lesson - Oh Canada! Arthur Heming, Wilderness Artist A guided tour of the nature-based scenes of Lyme Art Colony artist Arthur Heming followed by a hands-on creative nature printing project. Register or check out the schedule for the rest of the year... March Activities Afterschool Art Studio Wednesday, March 20 or Thursday, March 21 3:30-5pm $12 (members $10) Register Online Classes limited to 25 students. A new project every month for students in grades K-6...see what's coming up! Garden Program Snip! Snip! Spring Pruning Workshops Friday, March 22 11am and Sunday, March 24 1:30pm; rain or shine Sheila Wertheimer, Landscape Historian $7 (members $5) Register Online Walk the grounds with Sheila Wertheimer as she demonstrates the proper way to prune roses, lilacs, hydrangeas, mock orange, winterberry, and various fruit trees. Sessions will begin with a tool sharpening demonstration on an old-fashioned whetstone. Dress for outdoor walking. Improv at the Museum Friday, March 22 6:30pm $35 (members $30) Register Online Come laugh with us as Sea Tea Improv of Hartford performs a series of improvised comedy skits, tailored for the Museum and the Hot Air Club. This hilarious troupe of talented players will use audience suggestions to launch into entertaining scenes, games, and songs. Light fare and drinks included. Learn more about the Hot Air Club. Looking ahead to April... Artist Talk Memorabilia: New Work by Cuban Artist Carlos Estevez Thursday, April 4 6:30pm Free, but please reserve your spot 860-434-5542 x 111 or frontdesk@flogris.org Remarks by Rob Hernandez, former National Geographic Society executive and tour leader for Journey to Cuba trip sponsored by the Museum. Rob will speak about the vibrancy of Cuba's arts and culture. Over the past twenty years, Cuban born artist Carlos Estevez has explored the relationship between man and the universe in his artwork. This presentation focuses on his latest project, Memorabilia, which combines objects with memories and thoughts. These works include paintings on canvas, using shadows through the technique of fumage. He also uses found objects, which he collects through his travels; these objects emphasize our connection with the world around us. Ultimately, this semi-autobiographical project reveals the close bond between and artist and his work. Light Reception. From the Archives wins award New post explores slavery in Lyme Slave Deed of Sale, January 13, 1726, . AWARD We are pleased to announce that From the Archives has received an Award of Merit from the Connecticut League of History Organizations. The committee was impressed with the quality of the website and commended the museum for bringing its historic and archival collection to the public in an innovative way that also enhances the museum's public profile. Find out about CLHO... NEW POST The early history of slavery in Lyme remains shadowy. Tradition has long held that the name Black Hall given to the large tract on the Connecticut River’s east bank where Matthew Griswold (1620–1698) settled derived from a black servant’s location there after 1640 to watch over farmed plots. Read more... Have you liked us on Facebook? Over 5,000 friends on Facebook! Our Facebook friends receive photos, news, and interesting behind-the-scenes facts. Share our posts with your friends and invite them to like us too! Group Tours Have a garden club, church group, or other organization you think might like a visit to the Museum? There are many options to make the day a special one. Read more... New Staff Member We are pleased to welcome Kristin Pishvanov as the new Fundraising Office Coordinator. Kristin is a graduate of the University of Vermont. She has worked at the Robert Hull Fleming Museum and most recently the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Impressionism, Fashion, and Modernity: A Study Day at the Metropolitan Museum Tuesday, May 14 8am-7:30pm $110 (members $95) This study day includes an audio guide for this new exhibition that presents 80 major figure paintings seen in concert with period costumes, accessories, fashion plates, and more. The docent-guided afternoon tour highlights the Met’s collection of American art in their recently renovated American Wing. Read more or Register... Kinky Boots on Broadway Wednesday, June 5 8:30am-8pm Trip Fee: $160 (members $145) The new Cyndi Lauper/Harvey Fierstein musical about two very different men who prove that sometimes, the best way to fit in is to stand out! Read more or Register... And the winner is.... Congratulations to Carol Slevin for winning the tote bag of goodies from the Museum Shop. Carol please to arrange pick up of your bag. connect with us   This e-mail was sent from Florence Griswold Museum Immediate removal with ® Secure. 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