"Artfully Abilene" newsletter

Cultural Art Happenings

November 2013

This is the time of year when Abilene dances into the holidays with the help of many arts organizations and a talented child cast of toy soldiers, snowflakes and other characters from "The Nutcracker." Abilene Ballet Theatre's Lisa Gore Etter gives us the highlights in our Q&A section.
This month also kicks off the beginning of the 2013-14 Broadway in Abilene season with "Ballroom with a Twist." See many of your favorite professional dancers from hit TV shows in this entertaining show at the Abilene Civic Center.
And of course this month is a time to be thankful. We, at the Abilene Cultural Affairs Council, are thankful for our nation's veterans, who will be honored during the Nov. 14 ArtWalk themed "Here's to the Heroes." And we are thankful for the many talented artists, art organizations and art supporters who live in and visit the Abilene area and make this such a culturally rich place to live!

Artfully Yours,

Lynn Barnett

Executive Director

Abilene Cultural Affairs Council

325.677.1161

Q&A with Lisa Gore Etter: Dancer, teacher, choreographer

Lisa Gore Etter is artistic director of Abilene Ballet Theatre along with her mother, Nancy Gore. ABT performs "The Nutcracker" at Paramount Theatre at 8 p.m. Nov. 22; 2:30 and 8 p.m. Nov. 23; and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 24. This is ABT's 26th year to put on "The Nutcracker," which first premiered in 1892 and tells the story of a little girl who falls asleep and dreams herself into a world where the toys come to life.

Q. Why is The Nutcracker so popular after all these years?

A. It's a classic. It's kind of like watching "Miracle on 34th Street" or "It's a Wonderful Life" at Christmas time. There are people who won't usually go to the ballet, but over the holidays, they'll go see "Nutcracker." It is tradition, and it just gets you in the holiday spirit. Of course, the longevity and staying power may have something to do with Tchaikovsky's brilliant score. When you listen to it, you can't help but imagine little toy soldiers, snowflakes, Chinese dancers, dew drop and sugar plum fairies and the like.

Q. What is your favorite part of the show?

A. I can truthfully say that I love the entire show, but my most favorite is Act II Land of the Sweets. I guess I'm a kid at heart. It's so colorful and fun. An entire palace and land made of lollipops, gumdrops, and chocolate? Yes, please! Tell me who doesn't need more of that in their lives?

Q. What can the audience expect from the ABT version?

A. We have a few distinct interpretations that really make it our own. We have a vivid and festive party scene full of action. Typically, the party scenes are more subdued, which I find a little odd. It's a party after all, right? Our battle scene is almost cartoon like at times, and I really love this aspect of it. It makes it more fun and less scary for children. Our Arabian pas de deux is danced as "The Peacock" with her "Prince." She is carried down the Paramount aisle to the stage by her entourage in a golden, bejeweled cage that lights up. You'll also see "Tiny Angels" that fly! They take their part so seriously.

Q. When did you know you loved ballet?

A. I started dancing with Mrs. Margie Bray in Albany, Texas, when I was 3. She was a wonderful lady and dance teacher! I loved it from the start. I still have my very first recital costume - a little pink, blue, and white tutu with white iridescent sequin trim. Over the years, I watched my mother dance, teach, open her own studio, then begin a ballet company, join Regional Dance America, and host RDA festivals in our city. I've taken part in her efforts through dancing, teaching, choreographing, and co directing. I'm not sure there was a real defining "I love to dance" moment, but it's always been a big part of my life and I've always loved it. I really can't imagine a life without it.

Q. What was your favorite role and why?

A. I really loved performing Peacock. It's so mysterious and dramatic.

Q. What was your favorite show to choreograph and why?

A. Several years ago, I choreographed "Grease" at Wylie High School for Bob Strauss. I had a blast!

Short film fest features projects from around world marks

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the 24fps International Short Film Festival at the Paramount Theatre.

Thirty short films, each with a running time of 20 minutes or less, will be screened on three separate programs presented at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 and 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2. 24fps has a reputation for assembling the best of the international film scene, presenting programming that includes winners from major international events, including the Sundance, Berlin, Vienna, Tribeca, Cannes and SXSW festivals. This curated exhibition of cinematic projects from around the globe gives audiences the opportunity to see a "new wave" of artistic voices celebrating the creative power of film and the visual arts. Pictured is a poster for "Jonah,"a short film by Tanzanian filmmaker Kibwe Tavares. The film is a visually stunning combination of live action and animation that tells the story of two small town friends whose dreams become reality when they photograph a giant fish leaping from the sea. For more information on the festival, go to www.24fpsfest.com.

"Ballroom with a Twist" brings TV stars to civic center

The 2013-14 Broadway in Abilene season kicks off with "Ballroom with a Twist" at 7:30 p.m.Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Abilene Civic Center. This show is a critically acclaimed, international dance production choreographed by Louis van Amstel from the ABC TV show

"Dancing With the Stars." This ground-breaking show stars celebrity pros from "Dancing With The Stars" and features finalists from TV's "So You Think You Can Dance" and "American Idol" finalists. These pros push the boundaries of ballroom dance, infusing it with the energy and intensity of

the latest contemporary and "hip-hop" styles. "Ballroom with a Twist" is, according to

LA Stage Times, "an evening of entertainment for the entire family." With stunning costumes and magnificent music, from swing to samba, from classical to pop, the LA Weekly says the show is a "well-orchestrated spectacle." Tickets cost $20-$45. Go to celebrityattractions.com or call 800-869-1451.

Celebration Singers salute veterans with patriotic concert

Celebration Singers will present its16th annual fall show, "In God We Still Trust," at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Paramount Theatre. Admission is free. The show features a special musical tribute to American military veterans by American composers, as well as sacred selections.

Celebration Singers is an adult choir in Abilene that performs a variety of musical styles.

Songs in the fall show include "God Bless the USA," by Lee Greenwood; "Battle Hymn of the Republic," by Julia Ward Stowe (poem); and "Armed Forces - The Pride of America," a medley of military songs of the difference branches, as well as our National Anthem, arranged by Greg Gilpin. Sacred selections include "Amazing Grace," by John Newton, "How Great Thou Art," by Stuart Stine, and a medley of "You Raise Me Up / Be Still My Soul," arranged by Tom Fettke..

New NCCIL exhibit celebrates graphic novels for kids

Artwork from five of the most popular artists of graphic novels for children will go on display Thursday, Nov. 14 in downtown Abilene.

The National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature is pleased to showcase the art behind graphic novels in the exhibition, "BAM!! It's A Picture Book." Graphic novels are a popular format among young readers and are known for their comic book style. They are best described as "sequential art," where a series of illustrations tell the story, but unlike newspaper comics, they are the length of a novel and include narrative development. The exhibition includes art from Jarrett J. Krosoczka ("Lunch Lady" series), Mark Crilley ("Brody's Ghost" anime), Matthew Holm ("Babymouse" and "Squish" series with co-creator and sister Jennifer), Lincoln Peirce ("Big Nate" series) and Raina Telgemeier ("Smile").

The NCCIL will host one of the featured artists almost every month during the exhibition, which runs through February. Free events this month include:

Thursday, Nov. 21: Matthew Holm will give a gallery talk presentation at 6 p.m. at the NCCIL.

Saturday, Nov. 23: Children's event with artist Matthew Holm at 10 a.m. at the NCCIL.

For more information, go to www.nccil.org.

World War II battle re-enactment to honor veterans set

This month's ArtWalk on Thursday, Nov. 14 will merge art and military history in honor of our veterans in "Here's to the Heroes."

The evening kicks off with Hardin-Simmons University's brass ensemble performing from 5 to 6 p.m. in Minter Park followed by Abilene Christian University's Swing Cats dancing "Swingjungen" in opposition to Adolf Hitler. At 6:15 p.m., members of the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum will perform a full-scale battle re-enactment complete with shots fired (blanks).

The line of people parading down the street will end at Paramount Theatre, where the Community Foundation of Abilene will present the world premier of "4-4-43: Lt. Col. William Edwin Dyess and the Greatest Story of the War in the Pacific." This documentary highlights the extraordinary life of local legend Dyess, the Bataan Death March, a daring prison escape and its aftermath. The movie was shot in high definition in the United States and the Philippines and includes vintage film footage and interviews with WWII veterans. The project was produced in conjunction with the World War II Foundation and was underwritten by the Dian Graves Owen Foundation. Admission is free.

ArtWalk is a free monthly event put on by The Center for Contemporary Arts that involves downtown galleries, shops and restaurants.

McMurry student written play explores Alzheimer's exp

McMurry University's award winning student playwright David Remschel brings his newest play to the stage this month - "No Room for a Picture on the Blank Wall."
The play is about a photographer who discovers he has Alzheimer's disease after a picture on his wall goes missing. The only thing is it's not missing - he just can't see it anymore. As the show progresses, so does his disease. Remschel, a senior theatre major, was inspired to write the play after his Servant Leadership class went to a local Alzheimer's care center. He coupled this experience with his desire to write a play that involves deconstructing the set. The play is directed by professor Charlie Hukill.
Remschel was one of two winners at the college level in the annual Texas Educational Theatre Association's (TETA) Playfest playwriting competition last year. After graduation, he plans to teach theatre and continue to write plays and screenplays.
"No Room for a Picture on the Blank Wall" shows at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14-16 and Nov. 21-23. Tickets are $10 general admission and $5 for students, faculty and staff. Go to www.mcm.edu/theatre

Gallery will celebrate Texas artists at two-day event

Jody Klotz Fine Art, a downtown Abilene art gallery, will host Southwest Gallery of Dallas for a special two-day event called "The Best of Texas." The art of 12 native Texas artists will be featured, each painting the rough and beautiful Texas landscape in their own distinctive style. Come out for the opening reception Friday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. with special appearances by two of the featured artists. An encore reception will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 1 to 5 p.m.

The artists include: George Kovach, Kay Walton, Lynwood Bennett, A.D. Greer, W.A. Slaughter, W.R. Thrasher, Dalhart Windberg, Dennis Schmidt, Manuel Garza, Porfirio Salinas, Brian Grimm and John Austin Hanna.

Southwest Gallery has been in business for more than 40 years and is one of the oldest and largest art galleries in Dallas.

Jody Klotz Fine Art at 1060 N. 2nd St. opened in downtown Abilene in 2000. Owner Jody Klotz established herself as a private art dealer in Paris and New York in 1980. Her gallery specializes in 19th to mid-20th Century European art. For more information, go to http://www.jodyklotz.com or call 325-670-9880 or email fineart@jodyklotz.com.

(Pictured: George Kovach painting titled "Red, White and Blue.")

Love, surprises abound in HSU's "Sense and Sensibility"

Jane Austen's "Sense and Sensibility," her first novel, is the warm and endearing tale of the sisters Dashwood ... two sisters who couldn't be more different. Set in 1790s England, the two find that the path to true love is rife with unexpected twists and startling secrets.

The Hardin-Simmons University Theatre Department's take on the timeless tale was adapted for the stage by Jon Jory and is directed by professor Ronald Dean Nolen. The show is at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14-16 and 21-23 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 25 in Van Ellis Theatre.

"I'm a big fan of old-fashioned love stories...especially those of the happily-ever-after variety," Nolen said. "Jon Jory's adaptation is thoughtful and true to Austen's novel...full of flirtation and fully-defined characters. I've been looking forward to working on this production with our student actors and designers...a great theatrical experience for the audience as well."

Tickets are $8 general admission; $5 for military/students/seniors and free for HSU employees and students. Call the box office at 325-670-1405 or go online to hsutx.thundertix.com.

10 Arts Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

1. Attend Abilene Ballet Theatre's "The Nutcracker."

2. Give a child a book from the NCCIL.

3. Take a child to Breakfast with Santa at the Abilene Zoo.

4. Try your voice out at ArtWalk's "Karaoke Christmas."

5. Attend the Abilene Philharmonic's Holiday Pops concert.

6. Take visiting relatives to a museum.

7. See "A Texas Christmas Carol" at Paramount Theatre.

8. Listen to "A Chorus Abilene Christmas!"

9. Enjoy the Abilene Community Band's Christmas concert.

10. Put an Abilene Preservation League collectible replica under someone's tree! Order replicas here

November 1 & 2 - 24fps International Short Film Festival

7 p.m. Friday; 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday at Paramount Theatre

352 Cypress ￨ 325.676.9620 ￨ www.paramount-abilene.org

November 1 - Arts Adventure

10:30 a.m.

Preschoolers learn about visual and verbal literacy.
National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
102 Cedar St. ￨ 325.673.4586 ￨ www.nccil.org

November 4 - Tween Time @ your Library

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Craft ideas for ages 13-19.

Abilene Public Library

202 Cedar St. ￨ 325.676.6025 ￨www.abilenetx.com

November 4 - Junior Viola Recital

7:30 p.m. at Woodward-Dellis Recital Hall

Free performance by Chris Cundiff.

Hardin-Simmons University
2200 Hickory St. ￨ 325.670.1000 ￨ www.hsutx.edu

November 5 - Los Aficionados Meeting

11:30 a.m.
The Grace Museum

102 Cypress St. ￨ 325.673.4587 ￨ www.thegracemuseum.org

November 5 - University Chorale/A Cappella Concert

7:30 p.m. at recital hall at Williams Performing Arts Center

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 7 - Tot Spot

9:30 and 11 a.m.
The Grace Museum
102 Cypress St. ￨ 325.673.4587 ￨ www.thegracemuseum.org

November 7 - "Aperitivo Adriatico"

7 p.m.

Celebrating the cuisine of the Mediterranean with food, wine, music and al fesco.

The Grace Museum Courtyard

102 Cypress St. ￨ 325.673.4587￨ www.thegracemuseum.org

November 8 - Tot Spot

9:30 and 11 a.m.
The Grace Museum
102 Cypress St. ￨ 325.673.4587 ￨ www.thegracemuseum.org

November 8 & 9 - Paramount Film Series "Raiders of the Lost Ark"

Friday: 7:30 p.m.; Saturday: 2 & 7:30 p.m.

Harrison Ford plays an archaeologist who tangles with Nazis.

Paramount Theatre

352 Cypress ￨ 325.676.9620 ￨ www.paramount-abilene.org

November 9 - Veterans Day Parade

11 a.m. downtown Abilene

November 9 - Homes for the Holidays Tour

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra highlights the Saddle Creek area for this year's home tour. Tickets are $20.

The Abilene Philharmonic

401 Cypress St. #520 ￨ 325.677.6710 ￨ www.abilenephilharmonic.org

November 9 - Chautauqua Learning Series

11 a.m.-noon

Jeff Wright discusses Texas genealogy at this free event.

Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William St.￨ 325.572.3365 ￨ www.tfhcc.com

November 9 - Family Fun @ your Library

2 p.m.

Songs, crafts and books for the whole family.

Abilene Public Library

202 Cedar St. ￨ 325.676.6025 ￨www.abilenetx.com

November 9 - Trumpet Choir Concert

3 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 10 - Travis Lowery & JoyRenée Blackstock

4 p.m.

2013-14 Concert Series at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest.

602 Meander ￨ 325.677.2091 ￨www.heavenlyrestabilene.org

November 11 - Veterans Day

Abilene Public Library is closed.

November 11 - Fall Percussion Ensemble and Steelband Concert

7:30 p.m. Cullen Auditorium

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 12 - Make 'N' Take Crafts

4-5 p.m.

Abilene Public Library, South Branch
1401 S. Danville Dr. ￨ 325.698.7565 ￨ www.abilenetx.com

November 12 - "Ballroom with a Twist"

7:30 p.m., Abilene Civic Center

The Broadway in Abilene season kicks off with a dance show choreographed by Louis van Amstel from the TV show "Dancing with the Stars."

Celebrity Attractions

800.869.1451 ￨ CelebrityAttractions.com

November 12 - "In God We Still Trust"

7:30 p.m., Paramount Theatre

Patriotic fall concert. Free admission.

Celebration Singers

www.celebrationsingersabilene.com

November 14 - Tween Time

4 p.m.

For kids ages 8-15. Arts, crafts and games.

Abilene Public Library, Mockingbird Branch

1214 N. Mockingbird ￨ 325.437.7323 ￨ www.abilenetx.com

November 14 - New exhibit opens

"BAM! It's a Picture Book" opens featuring the work of graphic artists Jarrett J. Krosoczka, Mark Crilley, Matt Holm, Lincoln Peirce and Raina Telgemeier. Exhibit ends in February.

National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
102 Cedar St. ￨ 325.673.4586 ￨ www.nccil.org

November 14 - ArtWalk
5 - 8 p.m.

A World War II battle will take place, gunshot sounds included! The theme for this month is "Here's to the Heroes." ArtWalk is a free monthly celebration of the arts in downtown Abilene with exhibits, street performances and live entertainment hosted by The Center for Contemporary Arts.

November 14 - Reception for art exhibit

5-6:30 p.m.

Selected works of Kurt Shreckengast. The exhibit runs Oct. 28-Nov. 15.

Ira Taylor Memorial Art Gallery, Frost Building. Hardin-Simmons University.

November 14 - Reception for new exhibit

5:30-8 p.m.

Art from the Big Country Art Association's 2013 competition.

ACU Downtown Gallery

November 14-16; November 21-23 - "No Room for a Picture on the Wall"

Student written play by David Remschel. Directed by Charlie Hukill, professor.

McMurry University Box Office

Sayles Blvd. & Hunt St. ￨ 325.793.3889 ￨ www.mcm.edu

November 14-16; November 21-24 - "Sense and Sensibility"

Jon Jory's stage adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel.

Van Ellis Theatre at Hardin-Simmons University.

2410 Cedar St. ￨ 325.670.1405 ￨ www.hsutx.edu/theatre

November 15-16 - "Best of Texas" art event

5-8 p.m. Friday and 1-5 p.m. Saturday

The art of 12 native Texas artists will be featured and two artists will make an appearance for this special event conducted in conjunction with Southwest Gallery of Dallas.

Jody Klotz Fine Art

1060 N. 2nd St. ￨ 325.670.9880 ￨ www.jodyklotz.com

November 15 - Willie Nelson in concert

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concert is at 7:30 p.m. Abilene Civic Center. Tickets are $49-$74. Call 325-677-6211.

November 16 - Fall festival of choruses

5-7 p.m., St. Paul United Methodist Church activity building

Food and performances by all four choruses.

Chorus Abilene

1174 North 1st St. ￨ 325.673.SING ￨ www.chorusabilene.net

November 16 - "Mingle & Jingle"
6:30-9:30 p.m.
A holiday fundraiser with libations, gourmet hors d' oeuvres, fine chocolates and other delicacies plus a silent gift basket auction. Ornaments decorated by artist members will be for sale. Tickets for the event are $75 or $600 for a table of eight.
The Center for Contemporary Arts
220 Cypress St. ￨ 325.677.8389 ￨ www.center-arts.com

November 17 - Military Appreciation Day

Noon-5 p.m.
Free to active and retired military and their family.
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William St.￨ 325.572.3365 ￨ www.tfhcc.com

November 17 - Craft Sunday

2-4 p.m.
Create and take home a balloon ghost. $7 adults/$6 seniors and free for military and children 12 and younger.
Buffalo Gap Historic Village
133 N. William St.￨ 325.572.3365 ￨ www.tfhcc.com

November 17 - Sugar Plum Fairy Tea

2 p.m. at the Abilene Woman's Club

Abilene Ballet Theatre

1265 N 2nd ￨ 325.675.0303 ￨ www.abileneballettheatre.org

November 17 - Faculty Recital: Karla Ordonez, flute, and Cheryl Lemmons, piano

3 p.m. recital hall at Williams Performing Arts Center

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 18 - Tween Time @ your Library

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Crafts, songs, games and refreshments for kids 8-15.

Abilene Public Library, South Branch
1401 S. Danville Dr. ￨ 325.698.7565 ￨ www.abilenetx.com

November 18 - Concert choir performance

7:30 p.m. at Woodward-Dellis Recital Hall

Hardin-Simmons University.

2200 Hickory St. ￨ 325.670.1000 ￨ www.hsutx.edu

November 19 - Super Storytime

10:45 a.m.

Crafts, songs and fun for all ages.

Abilene Public Library, South Branch
1401 S. Danville Dr. ￨ 325.698.7565 ￨ www.abilenetx.com

November 19-23 - "Next to Normal"

Rock musical at Fulks Theatre at Abilene Christian University.

ACU Theatre Box Office

EN 10th St. & Judge Ely ￨ 325.674.ARTS ￨ www.acu.edu

November 19 - Chorale concert

7:30 p.m. at Woodward Dellis Recital Hall

Hardin-Simmons University.

2200 Hickory St. ￨ 325.670.1000 ￨ www.hsutx.edu

November 20 - Family Fun @ your Library

4-5 p.m.

Books, crafts, songs and games.

Abilene Public Library, Mockingbird Branch
1214 N. Mockingbird ￨ 325.437.7323 ￨ www.abilenetx.com

November 21 - Baby Mouse in the House!

6 p.m.

Gallery talk with "Baby Mouse" graphic artist Matthew Holm. Free event. Holm's work is on display in the NCCIL exhibit "BAM! It's a Picture Book."

National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
102 Cedar St. ￨ 325.673.4586 ￨ www.nccil.org

November 21 - Museum Matters

6 p.m.

Engaging science. Stargazing with Dr. Wayne Keith and the Big Country Astronomy Club.

The Grace Museum
102 Cypress St. ￨ 325.673.4587 ￨ www.thegracemuseum.org

November 21 - Cover-to-Cover Book Club

7-8 p.m.

Book club for adults. New book selected each month.

Abilene Public Library

202 Cedar St. ￨ 325.676.6025 ￨www.abilenetx.com

November 21 - Jazz Ensemble Concert

7:30 p.m. at Cullen Auditorium

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 22-24 - "The Nutcracker"

Friday: 8 p.m.; Saturday: 2:30 & 8 p.m.; Sunday: 2:30 p.m.

Guest artists and 120 local dancers at Paramount Theatre.

Abilene Ballet Theatre

1265 N 2nd ￨ 325.675.0303 ￨ www.abileneballettheatre.org

November 22 - Abilene Star Chorus Christmas Show

Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4515 South 14th St.

The program features songs through the ages as well as Christmas tunes. Cost is $10 with children under 12 free. Abilene Star Chorus is a nonprofit made up of women singing four-part harmony and is part of Sweet Adelines International.

Abilene Star Chorus

4515 S. 14th St. ￨ 325-829-1470 ￨ www.abilenestarchorus.org

November 23 - "Baby Mouse Rules the World!" Children's event

10 a.m.

Free children's event with "Baby Mouse" artist Matthew Holm, whose work is on exhibit in "BAM! It's a Picture Book" at the NCCIL.

National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature
102 Cedar St. ￨ 325.673.4586 ￨ www.nccil.org

November 23 - Graduate Voice Recital

2 p.m. at Logsdon Chapel

Performance by Leslie Collie.

Hardin-Simmons University.

2200 Hickory St. ￨ 325.670.1000 ￨ www.hsutx.edu

November 25 - Winter Band Concert

7:30 p.m. at Cullen Auditorium

Abilene Christian University's Music Department

ACU Drive ￨ 325.674.2199 ￨ www.acu.edu/academics/cas/music/

November 25 - Concert Band

7:30 p.m. at Behrens Auditorium

Hardin-Simmons University.

2200 Hickory St. ￨ 325.670.1000 ￨ www.hsutx.edu

November 28 and 29 - Museum Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

Museum will reopen on Saturday, November 30

The Grace Museum

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