the charles allis: 100 years continues

The first day of spring is March 21st!
But, this is Wisconsin - let’s face it, we rarely get
spring here. There always seems to be a major
snowstorm in March and April flowers don’t show
up until May!
Commit yourself to getting out and discovering
something new in Milwaukee during the rest
of this bleak indoor season. Of course, I hope
you’ll start by checking out our new exhibit at the
Charles Allis. Opening night was a big success,
with well over 100 people attending the opening.
If you didn’t make it to the opening, don’t fret, this special exhibit will be
up most of the year. To keep you returning we have an evening of Spanish
music, dance, food and wine. Or maybe you would prefer attending our talk
in March with Frank Alioto – Brady Street’s resident historian. And everyone’s
favorite, John Gurda joins us in April to give us some history on the Allis’ and
manufacturing in Milwaukee during the turn of the century. Special “meet the
speaker” cocktail hours will be held prior to the talks so you get a chance to
schmooze with our guest speakers.
We especially want to thank the Friends of Charles Allis (FOCA) for
sponsoring our 100th Anniversary Celebration. Their financial support allows
us to celebrate in style!
We continue to expand our programming and want you to be involved in the
process. In early April we plan on having a survey linked to our web sites to
create programming that our members and the public want to see. Watch for
an email blast announcing the survey soon.
Sadly, after two and half years, our Marketing Manager, Erica Passey has
taken a new position. Our marketing efforts have increased dramatically
because of Erica’s insight and dedication to her job. We wish her well.
And I wish for all of you a quick end to winter as we look forward to spring!
@ the villa terrace
Karen Gunderman and Linda Wervey
Vitamvas through May 15, 211.
MARCH + APRIL 2011
Executive Director
A publication of the Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums
Charles Allis Art Museum
1801 N Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dynamic, multi-sensory
installations invite the
viewer to experience the
Charles Allis Mansion as
never before. Created
by six Wisconsin artists,
the exhibition is part
celebration of the
Mansion’s Centennial and
For more information or to register
part re-interpretation of
visit us at www.charlesallis.org
the collection, the history
or call (414)271-3656
of the building, and the
photo credit: Ashley Morgan,
space within.
A Wake for the Living, 2011
Villa Terrace Museum
2220 N Terrace Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
the charles allis:
100 years
continues
charles allis
museum events
march + april 2011
Join us for Allis in Wonderland, a year-long celebration of special
presentations, never-before-seen objects from the Allis collection,
special events and more!
tues
mar
1
Frank Alioto A Historic tale of Two Neighborhoods:
Brady Street and the Eastside.
Cocktail Hour 6-7 p.m.
Lecture 7-8:30 p.m.
$15/member, $20/non-member, $10/person addition - cocktail hour.
wed
mar
9
thur
mar
17
wed
apr
6
fri
apr
15
wed
apr
20
mar
23
lecture
free for members
$ 3 students/seniors
$ 5 adults
Movie Time Stowaway (1936, 86 min.)
with Alice Faye, Shirley Temple and Robert Young.
7:30 p.m.
with Joan Fontaine, Herbert Marshall, Patric Knowles.
7:30 p.m.
Allis After Hours
thurs
apr
21
The Thin Man Goes Home (1944, 100 min.)
with William Powell, Myrna Loy, Gloria DeHaven, Harry Davenport.
7:30 p.m.
Charles Allis Art Museum 1801 N. Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202 414.278.8295
apr
27
The Friends of Villa Terrace present: Spring Garden Lecture Series
Wednesdays in March @ 7:00 p.m.
wed
Movie Time In Old Chicago (1938, 95 min.)
wed
with Alice Faye, Tyrone Power and Don Ameche.
7:30 p.m.
Allis After Hours
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Dan Dance
John Gurda
Made in Milwaukee:
The Allis Family and the Rise of Manufacturing.
Cocktail Hour 6-7 p.m. Lecture 7-8:30 p.m.
$15/member, $20/non-member, $10/person addition - cocktail hour.
On The Cover: The Villa Terrace in Spring
We work hard to stay on top of recent, relevant
developments that will educate, entertain, challenge,
inspire & stimulate our community.
www.villaterracemuseum.org
mar
9
Free Admission
Join 2 historic landmarks for the price of 1.
villa terrace
museum events
march + april 2011
Gallery Night @ Charles Allis
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Mark Davis
Movie Time
Become a Member
mar
2
Movie Time IVY (1947, 99 min.)
WED
wed
music
movie
www.charlesallis.org
2011 marks the 100th Anniversary of the Charles Allis Mansion!
exhibition
Lecture 1 - Caren Connolly
The Gardens of Villa Terrace Architect David Adler:
Creative Collaborations.
Lecture 2 - Helene Pizzi
Private Gardens in Italy.
wed
Lecture 3 - Judy Lasca
Chinese Gardens
wed
Lecture 4 - Galen Gates
Collecting Plants Worldwide:
The Caucasus Mountains.
mar
16
mar
23
FOVT Members: $10/lecture, $35 series discount Non-Members: $12.50/lecture,
$45 series discount Call (414) 376-9110 for more information.
Become a member and save! $65 for entire lecture series and one-year sample
membership to the Museums and FOVT! *more than 60% savings!
sun
mar
6
Café Sopra Mare
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Edel Manoz, classical guitar
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum 2220 N. Terrace Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202 414.271.3656
sun
apr
3
fri
apr
15
Café Sopra Mare
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tangos with Stas & Friends
Gallery Night @ Villa Terrace
Free Admission
Café Sopra Mare
Join us for more great musical performances, brunch and specialty
coffee as Café Sopra Mare continues on the first Sunday of each
month through the fall/winter season. Great Hall, Villa Terrace.
save the date
Sun
jun
5
Sat
jul
16
Renaissance Gardens Opens!
Café Sopra Mare returns outdoors – EVERY SUNDAY!
Gala in the Garden: La Bella Venezia
5:30 p.m.
A special evening to benefit the Renaissance Garden.
For more information or to register please visit us at
www.villaterracemuseum.org or call 414-376-9110.
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