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September 2012 eNewsletter
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Current Exhibition
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"Glimpses of Holland from the Portfolios of Gari Melchers"
Now through November 18
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Gari Melchers (American, 1860-1932)
Sketch of Landscape with Canal and Windmills, undated
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From his earliest visit to the Netherlands, painter Gari Melchers came under the spell of its picturesque countryside and inhabitants. All that was required for inspiration was to step out the front door of his studio. The simple ways of the Dutch, revolving around work, worship and family, were subjects enough for a lifetime, and a lifetime it very nearly was. On display will be a selection of fifty intimate first impressions drawn from his portfolios and collection of preliminary oil sketches and studies.
Included with admission; free for Friends of Belmont
Read about the exhibition in the Free Lance-Star's Weekender section.
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Programs
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Sunday, September 16, 2 p.m.
 Join Belmont director David Berreth on a personal tour of Belmont, including a behind-the-scenes look at seldom seen works by Gari Melchers in museum storage.
Free for members, or with Museum admission
Space is limited. Call 540/654-1840 or email dberreth@umw.edu to register.
Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Visual Arts Fellowship Informational Session
Sunday, September 30, at 2 p.m.
Elizabeth Cruickshanks will present a one-session informational talk entitled "How to Apply for a VMFA Visual Arts Fellowship" in the Studio Pavilion. Free and open to the public.
Fellowship Flyer
Woodland Hike
Sunday, September 30, 2 p.m.
 Conducted by Virginia Master Naturalists, this informative hike covers a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and touches on the historic ruins of Belmont's past. Please wear sturdy footwear and meet outside the Visitor Center.
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Preschool Palette
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September's Preschool Palette theme is Nature Art.
Thursday, Sept 13
Friday, Sept 14
Friday, Sept 21
Classes run from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
$8 per child (Members $5), adults free, preregister by contacting Education and Communications Manager Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851. |
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Gari Melchers was an American artist who lived and painted at Belmont from 1916 until his death in 1932. Born in Detroit in 1860, Gari Melchers was a world famous portraitist and impressionist painter. He was one of the most successful painters of his time, sought out by the rich and famous. She was a beautiful, young art student, and his biggest fan.
They fell in love on an ocean liner and spent their lives sharing art.
More than a hundred years later, the story of Gari and Corinne Melchers lives on in their home, Belmont. Be a part of this story. Come and explore this unique 18th century estate, tour stunning art galleries and hike the 27 acres of garden and trails. Share it with someone you love!
A National Historic Landmark, Gari Melchers Home and Studio is one of just 30 of America's most significant artists' spaces included in the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Historic Artists' Homes and Studios consortium.
Gari Melchers Home and Studio at Belmont is open daily, except Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Museum Shop, which is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., is also the official home of the Stafford County Visitor Center, where visitors can find information about Stafford County attractions, restaurants, hotels and other amenities.
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