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Little Free Library
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 Visit Belmont's Little Free Library to "Take a Book" or "Return a Book." |
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Preschool Palette
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Children ages 2-5 enjoy a story, garden walk, hands-on art project, and a visit to the art gallery or historic house.
May's theme is Brown Bear
May 20, 21, 24
Schedule through August
Classes run from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
$8/child (Members $5), adults free, pre-register by contacting Education and Communications Manager Michelle Crow-Dolby at 540/654-1851.
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Exhibition
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"Belmont Through a Lens: The Gardens"
Through July 28
 To commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Garden Club of Virginia, and the 20th anniversary of their initial restoration of the gardens at Belmont, Gari Melchers Home and Studio, will present an exhibition of archival photographs and related materials documenting the estate's gardens and grounds.
Included are original 1927 photographs taken by the pioneering female documentarian of architecture and gardens in the South, Frances Benjamin Johnston (1864-1952), as well as photos taken by owners Gari and Corinne Melchers, who revived and expanded upon the historic gardens. Included with museum admission.
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Feltmaking with Animal Fibers
Sunday, May 5, 1-3 p.m.
 Learn the fascinating, dynamic art of hand-felting different fibers in many bright colors and textures. Led by artist-instructor Mirinda Reynolds, participants will experience a tactile treasure table of different animal fibers and learn a brief history of felted clothing. Common household materials will be used to create felted art clothing and experience the sustainable art of transforming old wool clothing items into new wearable art. $15 materials fee; Ages 7 & up; Please make your reservation by contacting Education and Communications Coordinator Michelle Crow-Dolby at mdolby@umw.edu or 540 654-1851.
Restoring the Melcherses' Garden
Sunday, May 12, 2 p.m.
Illustrated presentation by Site Preservation Manager Beate Jensen, surveying recent garden restoration projects at Belmont. Included with museum admission.
Belmont Through a Lens: The Gardens
Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m.
Gallery talk about the current exhibition by Curator Joanna Catron. Included with museum admission.
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Woodland Hike
Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m.
Led by Virginia Master Naturalists, this informative free 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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 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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