Unique Perspectives from Lisle Community on Display

Lisle, IL – See the impressive, artistic expressions from participants of the Lisle Park District Senior Center and Museums at Lisle Station Park joint art program in a gallery-style exhibit.

Last Fall, local seniors had the opportunity to learn and perfect their artistic talents through the park district’s Senior Center (1925 Ohio St., Lisle) program, Senior Perspectives. Over the course of ten months, three, four-week long art experiences featuring different drawing and painting techniques taught by local artists were offered to the senior community. At the end of each session, participants had created a gallery-ready piece. These pieces are now featured in a new exhibit at The Museums at Lisle Station Park (921 School St., Lisle), titled “Senior Perspectives: Interactive Art Gallery: Unique Artworks, Personal Experiences, and Art for All,” now open in the Depot through November 2019.

The program was made possible by a donation from the DuPage Foundation’s JCS Fund, awarded to the Lisle Park District to enrich the creative landscape in DuPage County through painting and drawing. Participants learned Chalk Drawing/Pastels taught by Wendy Nadeau, Watercolor/Pencil Drawing taught by Jennifer Rizzo, and Acrylic Painting taught by Lori Coletto. The program had a total of 35 participants, with many attending more than one course.

The gallery at the Museums at Lisle Station Park showcases a diverse assortment of stylistic works in the various mediums taught through the program, with the intention of connecting local residents of all ages and celebrating the creative talent in the Lisle and DuPage County community. Throughout the summer, the museum will host artist meet-and-greets to highlight this interactive gallery. The first Gallery Night will be Wednesday, July 24 during the Lisle Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event from 5-7pm. The monthly Kids Time at the museum on Saturday, August 31, and will encourage attendees to create their own artwork, inspired by the creations on display. Finally, visitors during Depot Days, September 14-15 from 12-5pm will be encouraged to stop by the exhibit as well.

The Lisle Park District provides a variety of leisure activities for people of all ages throughout the year. Park district facilities include Lisle Community Park; the Recreation Center which houses Gentle Learning Preschool, SEASPAR, the Senior Center, and multipurpose rooms; Sea Lion Aquatic Park; River Bend Golf Course; Wheatstack – A Midwestern Eatery & Tap and numerous neighborhood playgrounds and parks offering amenities such as tennis courts, ball fields, walking paths and picnic areas totaling close to 400 acres. It is the mission of the Lisle Park District to enrich the quality of life for people of all ages by providing constructive and creative leisure opportunities. For more information about the Lisle Park District, please call 630-964-3410 or visit lisleparkdistrict.org.