NEWS
Reinstallation of African Art Galleries Now Complete
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| We are excited to announce the completion of a yearlong reinstallation of a portion of our African art galleries. Breaking from a thematic arrangement of objects, the new displays now focus in on distinct African cultural zones, highlighting masterpieces from the collection by some of the continent’s most celebrated artists, alongside new acquisitions and rarely shown works of art in a variety of different media. |
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| This view (above) highlights our display dedicated to the Christian art of Ethiopia and reflects the variety and dynamism of this tradition. Processional crosses dating from the 13th to the 19th centuries are presented beneath The Queen of Sheba with King Solomon and Tribute Bearers, a mid-twentieth century painting produced by artists in a collaborative workshop. The painting was recently conserved and is on view for the first time since it was donated in 2005 by Nina M. Griggs in memory of N. Lee Griggs, Jr., B.A. 1951. |
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
February at the Gallery
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| This month, join us online for family programming, teacher training, in-depth discussions about artworks, mindful movement, and a new series featuring our undergraduate Gallery Guides.
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| Visit our calendar for a complete list of upcoming events and more information about those listed below. Registration is required for all live events. Closed captions will be available in English. |
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FEATURED PROGRAM
Mindful Movement with Art
Thursday, February 4, 12:30 pm EST |
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| Join us for a live virtual session featuring mindful movement inspired by the Gallery’s collection. Explore the world of an artwork by engaging your body, senses, and imagination. Learn more.
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EDUCATOR WORKSHOP
Teacher Leadership Program
Thursday, February 4, 4:00 pm EST
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| This one-hour program invites educators to explore innovative ways to connect their curricula and the Gallery’s collection. Sessions also address ways to teach online and engage students with remote art learning. Learn more.
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DOUBLE TAKE
Looking at Art with Gallery Guides
Thursday, February 18, 4:00 pm EST |
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| Join undergraduate Gallery Guides Conor Downey, BR ’22, and Brianna Wu, MC ’22, in conversation as they bring different perspectives to Alberto Giacometti’s Mains tenant le vide(Hands Holding the Void). Learn more.
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DOUBLE TAKE
Looking at Art with Gallery Guides
Wednesday, February 24, 12:30 pm EST
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| Join undergraduate Gallery Guides Madeleine Freeman, BF ’21, and Anna Smist, BR ’21, in conversation as they bring different perspectives to Gift Basket by a once-known Pomo artist. Learn more.
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E-STUDY TOUR
The Layered Edge: A Survey of Plywood Furniture
Friday, February 26, 12:30 pm EST |
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| Join Kevin Adkisson and Alexandra Ward for this talk exploring how technological advances and creative engineering enabled designers to work with plywood, making it a sophisticated staple of modern design. Learn more.
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ON DEMAND
Now Available Online Anytime
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STORIES AND ART
The Cat and the Mice (La gata y los ratones)
In this month’s program, listen to a story about a cat and a group of mice who try to live together. Watch now in English and Spanish.
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E-GALLERY TALK
In this short video, Rachel Thompson, the John Walsh Fellow in Museum Education, addresses Edward Hopper’s Rooms by the Sea (1951).
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E-GALLERY TALK
In this short video, Carla Decombes, MY ’23, addresses Ruth Asawa’s Untitled (S.578, Hanging Single-Lobed, Five-Layered Continuous Form within a Form) (ca. 1975).
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MEMBERSHIP
Meet Courtney Skipton Long, Associate Director
for Membership Programs
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| We are pleased to introduce Courtney Skipton Long, our new Associate Director for Membership Programs, who will lead the Gallery’s efforts to implement new member-focused programs, events, and benefits. Collaborating with colleagues across the Gallery, Courtney will work to strengthen our membership programs, forge new community connections, and advance the Gallery’s mission through public engagement. Feel free to drop Courtney a note of hello. |
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| The Yale University Art Gallery is currently closed until further notice. The Gallery is working in close collaboration with Yale University leadership to safeguard against the spread of COVID-19 and to ensure the safety of our visitors and staff. Please continue to check our website for updated information.
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