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| Volunteer Spotlight |
 | | Karen Anderson |
I chose the Belmont trails to do most of my Master Gardening volunteer hours because I am obsessed with learning all I can about trees and native species. They are my first passion, I guess. I love hiking and taking nature walks in the woods, and the butterfly and vegetable gardens are the cherry on top. The folks I work with are top class, and I enjoy that Belmont has a lot of history too. So it's a good fit for me, and I really have a lot of fun.
Thank you Karen! |
| Gallery Update | | Pavilion Gallery Features New Acquisitions
 | | John Donaldson |
A new selection of works on paper by Gari Melchers, many of which are rarely on view, is now on display in the studio pavilion gallery. Included are two recent acquisitions, pastel portraits of Melchers' Detroit friend and studio architect, John M. Donaldson and his wife Charlotte, gifts of their granddaughter, Mrs. Joan D. Weber.
Shown with the portraits is one of Donaldson's early concept drawings for the studio from the Belmont archives. The pencil drawing shows floor plans and elevations that were changed once construction began, most notably the substitution of large skylights for the smaller dormers in the original design.
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Spring Open House
Sunday, April 10, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Enjoy the restored gardens in bloom, the art of Gari Melchers, and the history of Belmont.
The Spring Open House is a great opportunity to share Belmont with family and friends.
Artists are encouraged to paint on the grounds in the plein aire style Gari Melchers embraced.
Free
Woodland Walk
Sunday, April 24, 2 p.m.
Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, this informative walk covers a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and touches on the historic ruins of Belmont's past. Please wear sturdy footwear. Meet outside the Visitor Center.
Free
 Rose WorkshopSunday, May 22, 2 p.m.
Beate Jensen, Building and Grounds Preservation Supervisor, will give a talk about the basic care, pruning, and propagation of roses. A garden tour of the Melchers' roses will follow.
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Bunnies and tulips: the Museum Shop is ready for Spring! |
| Summer Camps | |
"Classic Summer Crafts"
July 18-22, 10 a.m. - noon daily
Grades 2-5
Spend a week at Belmont exploring classic summer camp art projects that will keep students outside having fun. From paper making and tie-dye to sun prints and painted flower pots, each day will produce a treasure to take home.
Instructor: Cathy Stikes
Cost: $70/members; $85/non-members
 "Mini Family Camp"
July 25 and 26, 10 a.m. - noon
All ages, students accompanied by adult
A two-day art adventure for children of all ages and abilities.
Children work side-by-side with their favorite adult to make homemade paper and sun prints featuring foliage from the Belmont landscape.
Instructor: Cathy Stikes
Cost: $35/members; $40/non-members
 "Belmont: Think Big!"
August 15-18
Grades 2-5, 10 a.m. - noon
Grades 6-12, 2 - 4 p.m.
Students will be challenged to think expansively while they work on a mural project. An additional take-home project will round out this four-day camp.
Small class sizes; all supplies are included.
Contact Education Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851 to register.
Instructor: M.J. Bradley
Cost: $65/members; $80/non-members |
| Classes and Workshops | |
 Plein Air Art at Belmont
Sunday, May 15, 2 - 4 p.m.
Grades 3-9
Art teacher and local artist Cathy Herndon will lead a plein air (French expression for "out of doors") class where students will learn the observation technique of drawing using colored pencils and charcoal.
All supplies will be provided. Cost: $15/members; $20/nonmembers; Call Education Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851 to register.
Unique Tees: Silkscreen
Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Mixed Media Sculpture
Saturday, July 9, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Crash Course in Knitting
Saturday, August 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Visit our website for complete descriptions and registration information. |
| Preschool Palette | | |
Preschool Palette is an early childhood program for children ages 3-5. Read more...
Thurs. April 14, 10 - 11:00 am
Fri. April 15, 10 - 11:00 am
Cost is $5/members; $8/non-members. Students are accompanied by an adult.
Contact Education Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851 to pre-register.
Groups (play group, preschool, day care) are encouraged to book individual class times.
 Make Your Mark is April's theme. We will read Peter Reynold's book, The Dot, make our own watercolor painting, and look at some of Gari Melchers' watercolors.
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