Historic Images of Egypt, Middle East
Go On Display
A set of 103 watercolors by Charles Hamilton Smith (1776–1859), and photography by 19th–century artists Francis Frith, Felix Bonfils and Antonio Beato are featured in
Travelers Through Ancient Lands , opening Sept. 10 in the Works on Paper Galleries. The images are among the first to document locations in the Middle East from a European perspective. Thanks in part to these fascinating images, Egypt has captivated the world ever since. Half of the Smith watercolors will be exhibited when the show opens; the second half go on display in November. Come twice to see the entire exhibition.
The Art of Seduction
The final
2445 Series event of the year, The Art of Seduction, takes place from 7–10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10 at the Glass Pavilion®. Watch local notables paint a still life and live mannequins sport designs by Amy Rossi. See traditional Indian belly dancing plus glassblowing demonstrations. Savor sumptuous snacks, including a chocolate tasting. And in a feast for the ears, a double treat: the sultry sounds of Tom Turner and the Slow Burn featuring Kelsey Sczesney, and progressive tunes spun by NYC DJ Ben Cohen. Tickets ($20 members/$25 nonmembers) include signature potions by event sponsor Heidelberg Distributing. The 2445 Series is co-sponsored by the Toledo City Paper. Call 419-254-5771 ext. 7432 for tickets or purchase at the door while quantities last.
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Artist Michael Schunke Visits Glass Pavilion
Early in his career Michael Schunke worked closely with maestro Lino Tagliapietra. Now Schunke, who owns and operates Nine Iron Studios in Pennsylvania, is recognized internationally in his own right. The virtuoso glassblower will give a free presentation at 6 p.m. in the GlasSalon, then demonstrate his skills from 7–10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 3 in the
Glass Pavilion® Hot Shop.
Meet Me at TMA Goes Behind-the-Scenes
The Museum’s Steve Nowak, director of education and community outreach, leads a behind the scenes tour on Saturday, Sept. 11 for participations in Meet Me at TMA. The free monthly program, provided in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Northwest Ohio Chapter, is designed to provide a meaningful Museum visit for people experiencing early stages of memory loss. Family and friends are welcome as well. Reservations are encouraged but not required. Contact the Alzheimer's Association at 419-537-1999.
Alice Petersen and Friends Perform
in the Great Gallery
Great Performances in the Great Gallery continues at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12 with University of Toledo faculty member Alice Petersen and friends. Petersen is a violinist in the Toledo Symphony and plays viola in the Scandia String Quartet. For this free program of instrumental and vocal music from both the early and late baroque period, she will play a baroque violin. Appearing with her will be Carol Goodman, soprano; Donald Jackson, recorder; Barbara Craig and Sandra Kellogg, harpsichord.
Tour The Psychedelic 60s With a TMA Docent
Only a few days remain to view
The Psychedelic 60s: Posters From the Rock Era , which closes Sept. 12. Free Docent-led tours of the exhibition are offered at 2 and 3 p.m. Sept. 4; at 3 p.m. Sept. 5, and at 2 and 3 p.m. Sept. 11. Tours begin in the Libbey Court. This popular exhibition is made possible by TMA members and supported in part by KeyBank and the Ohio Arts Council. Visit the TMA online calendar for details about other free public tours.
Community Galleries Host Free Exhibitions
Since 1903 the Athena Art Society has nurtured local women artists. An Athena Art Society exhibition, on view Sept. 3–Oct. 3, features work in a variety of media by some of the 65 members of this invitation-only group. The Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio Inc. presents
Expressions of a Cancer Journey through Sept. 26. The exhibition of 27 original works by area residents expresses the cancer experience from the various perspectives of patients, their caregivers, family and friends. Admission to exhibitions in the Community Galleries is free.
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FREE Club Friday Music
Sept. 3: 6:30–9:30 p.m., Peristyle Terrace.
The Coosters (eclectic acoustic)
