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BELMONT PORTRAYED
OPENS JANUARY 23
Belmont Portrayed celebrates the 40th anniversary of Gari Melchers Home and Studio by featuring art works by local and regional artists depicting the buildings and grounds of the Melchers' country home. More than 50 works by 37 artists were selected by Belmont director David Berreth from 110 pieces submitted by 56 artists. The images range in size from 4x6 inches to 2x3 feet and include works in oil, watercolor, pen and ink and pastel, among other media. Cash awards provided by the Nicky Seay Charitable Fund will be determined by public vote in the gallery during the run of the show, which is on view until April 17. Admission to the exhibition is included with regular museum admission. The public is invited to a preview reception to meet the artists on Friday January 22, from 6-8 pm at Belmont.
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By George & Little George Product Release
The Stafford County and Fredericksburg Economic Development & Tourism Departments partnered with Fredericksburg-based design company Zolo/ Higashi Glaser Design, and other local businesses and artists to create a new line of merchandise. By George and Little George are designs inspired by the region's most important resident, George Washington. Featured items include: cherry wood notebooks, cherry wood postcards, tote bags, cherry-tree kits, and mugs. These souvenirs are available for purchase at our Museum Shop.
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Preschool Palette
January 19, 21, 22
10 am Innovative, hour-long art lessons inspire your child's imagination and creativity. Join Ms. Michelle for hands-on art activities, along with age-appropriate gallery or house museum tours, garden walks, entertaining stories, and more! To catch up on past classes, follow Ms. Michelle's Preschool Palette board on Pinterest. Online Registration
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A Warm Farewell to Susie Schran
By Director David Berreth
Susan Taylor-Schran, Belmont's Visitor Services and Museum Shop Manager for over 15 years, is retiring at the end of January. Over the years, Susie has grown the museum shop into the premier non-profit store in the region by creatively drawing on the art and collections of Gari and Corinne Melchers for inspiration. And she has shared her passion for literature by creating a book inventory that draws a loyal following from those who still love the idea of holding the real thing. During her tenure, Susie has also overseen advertising for the museum, using her talents as a photographer and graphic designer to create myriad print ads and exhibition posters. Her author book signings have always been popular, and her champagne welcomes in the visitor center during our holiday events are legendary! She has built a welcoming team of visitor center staff who are consistently lauded by visitors for their knowledge and courtesy, all stemming from her dedication to our guests and their experience. Susie's most recent accomplishment was the publication of the full color book, Selected Works by Gari Melchers, which she conceived and edited, and then supervised design and production. The book is a suitable and lasting legacy for a supremely talented and loyal member of the Belmont family. Thank you Susie!
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Visit Belmont for Holiday Decor with an Artist's Touch
The Christmas season is a special time to visit Gari Melchers' Home and Studio at Belmont. [...]
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