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November Exhibitions, Events Announced At Polk Museum Of Art
Here's a rundown of what's happening at the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in November.
EXHIBITIONS
Art Out Loud
Through Nov. 11
This exhibition features the work of student artists in sixth through eighth grades. polkmuseumofart.org/student-gallery/
The Art of Romaine Brooks
Through Dec. 9
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A collection of works from this American expatriate artist known for herandrogynous appearance and unique artistic voice that challenged conventions of how women should look and behave. This exhibition is on loan from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. https://polkmuseumofart.org/br...
Sad Tropics
Through Nov. 2
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A site-specific multimedia installation at the Melvin and Burks Galleries at Florida Southern College by New Orleans artists and Florida natives Cristina Molina and Jonathan Traviesa. Inspired by Claude Levi-Strauss’ book, “Tristes Tropiques,” this exhibition focuses on the psychological landscape of paradise, the tropics and the mythology of Florida. https://polkmuseumofart.org/sa...
Chagall: Stories into Dreams
Through Jan. 6
A show of Marc Chagall’s work that is the only one in the country that pairs his “Fables of La Fontaine” etchings (1952) with his “Story of Exodus” lithographs (1966). https://polkmuseumofart.org/ch...
Conversing with Reality
Through Jan. 13
A celebration of the most recent paintings of contemporary visual artist John Jacopelle. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/jacopelle2018
EXILE: 50 Years of Cuban-American Art from the Permanent Collection
Through Jan. 13
A showcase of works by Cubans who are exiles, as well as works from nine artists who remain in Cuba. https://polkmuseumofart.org/exhibitions/exiled2018
EVENTS
Public Lecture: Cristina Molina and Jonathan Traviesa
Thursday, Nov. 1, 4-5:30 p.m.
Location: Melvin and Burks Galleries at Florida Southern College
Cost: Free
After Hours at the Museum
Thursday, Nov. 1, 5-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Curator Tour
Thursday, Nov. 1, 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Student Lecture: Cristina Molina and Jonathan Traviesa
Friday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Melvin and Burks Galleries at Florida Southern College
Cost: Free
Access Art: Special Needs
Saturday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Registration requested.For registration or questions, contact Tinia Clark: (863) 224-8557, or email sidestreetartbeat@gmail.com.
Point of View Gallery Talk
Friday, Nov. 9, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/up...
Art Lab with John Jacopelle
Saturday, Nov. 10, 10-11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free for members; $5 nonmembers
Registration required: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/artlabnov18
Creative Yoga with Michelle Pugh
Friday, Nov. 16, noon-1p.m.
Cost: $5 members; $10 nonmembers
Docent-Led Tour
Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free
Reservations requested: PolkMuseumofArt.org/tours/
The Art of Film: “American Splendor”
Saturday, Nov. 17, 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Museum Store Sunday
Sunday, Nov. 25, 1-6 p.m.
HEARTMATH in the Galleries with Kelly Andrews
Wednesday, Nov. 28, noon-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
RSVP: https://polkmuseumofart.org/upcoming-events/heartnov
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
After School Art: Mixed Media
Monday, Nov. 5, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for members; $5 nonmembers (per child, per visit)
After School Art: Acrylic
Monday, Nov. 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for members; $5 nonmembers (per child, per visit)