Jan-Feb Calendar Release Columbus Museum

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 3, 2012
Media Contact:
Ashley Bice
Marketing and Media Manager
The Columbus Museum
706.748.2562 ext. 540
[email protected]
Columbus Museum January/February Calendar of Events
As of January 2, 2011
Note: Additional events may be added, please check the Museum website (www.columbusmuseum.com)
or ‘like’ us on Facebook for updates and more information.
JANUARY 2012
January-March
Online Song Writing Experience
Students, age 13-18, are invited to join an online forum hosted by the Museum to post their own
songwriting samples, as well as encourage and support their fellow young songwriters. Students are
encouraged to visit the Columbus Museum Sound and Vision exhibition for inspiration from the artists and
bands featured in the photographs and then post their own lyrics on the Museum blog or Facebook
page and provide feedback for the other student artists. FREE
Wednesday, Jan. 4, noon-1pm
Art and Artist Book Club: Leaving Van Gogh
The Art and Artist Book Club features works of fiction and non-fiction that explore various topics related to
history and the history of art. Participants will discuss Leaving Van Gogh by Carol Wallace with a
presentation by Kaci Kelly, School and Educator Services Coordinator. FREE
Thursday, Jan. 5, noon-1pm
Lunch & Lecture
Lisa Love, Editor of Georgia Music magazine, will be discussing varying aspects and viewpoints of music
and their relationship with the media. Lunch is $8 and pre-payment must be made by Monday, January 2.
Thursday, Jan. 5, 6-8pm
Art & Soul
Where did rock and roll get its roots? In conjunction with the Sound & Vision exhibition, blues music and
its influence on rock as we know it will be explored by Fred Fussell with music by Jake Fussell.
Refreshments will be provided. FREE
Saturday, Jan. 7, 10am-8:30pm and Sunday, Jan. 8, 1-4:30pm
Winter Sale at the Columbus Museum Shop
Stop by the Columbus Museum Shop for a post-holiday spree and save 30% to 75% on select
merchandise.
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Sunday, Jan. 8, 11am-1pm
Gospel Brunch
Celebrate the roots of rock and roll music at a Gospel Brunch with Edgar Champagne, "The Leader of
Beautiful People Everywhere” - MAGIC 101.3 radio personality, New Orleans style cuisine, and live music
by G.E.N.E.S.I.S. Gospel Choir. View the Museum’s Sound and Vision exhibition during these special
Museum hours. Seating is limited and tickets are required: $25 Museum Member/$30 Non-member
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 10am and 3pm
Toddler Time
Come have a rockin’ good time as we read Pigs Rock! and create rock and roll marble art in the Studio.
Ages: 2-4. $5 per child, pre-payment and RSVP required by January 5.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 2-3pm
Coffee Break for Seniors
Join the Assistant Curator of Exhibitions, Deb Wiedel, for a behind the scenes look at the making of the
On With the Show exhibition. This exhibition explores the history of theater in Columbus. FREE
Saturday, Jan. 14 and 21, 2-4pm
Family Weekend Workshop
Participants will explore the galleries to discover what makes art and then use a variety of materials in the
Studio to create their own masterpiece! Ages: 7+. Each session can accommodate up to 20 participants.
FREE, pre-registration required by January 11
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2-4pm
Family Art Affair
Drop into the Studio and create an album cover. Ages: 5+. FREE
Thursday, Jan. 19, 6-8pm
Reel to Reel Film Series
Labyrinth (Rated PG) features David Bowie as the elf king in a classic Jim Henson film. Before the show,
take part in some fun movie trivia and win prizes. FREE
FEBRUARY 2012
Wednesday, Feb. 1, noon-1pm
Art and Artist Book Club: Seek My Face
The Art and Artist Book Club features works of fiction and non-fiction that explore various topics related to
history and the history of art. Participants will discuss Seek My Face by John Updike with a presentation
by Deb Wiedel, Assistant Curator of Exhibitions. FREE
Thursday, Feb. 2, noon-1pm
Lunch & Lecture
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Reverend Dr. J.H. Flakes, Jr. from 4 Street Missionary Baptist Church will share the musical history of
line and meter music. Lunch is $8 and pre-payment must be made by Monday, January 30.
February 5 - July 22
Exhibition Opening - Annotations: George Cooke, Thomas Hope and the Lure of Antiquity
This exhibition explores how George Cooke might have used the costumes and poses from Thomas
Hope’s publication as inspiration for his portraits of Native Americans and of Henry Clay. The flow of
inspiration from antiquity to the 19th century artwork of Hope and other American artists is investigated by
placing them side by side in this installation.
February 9, 16, 23 & March 1, 8, 6-8pm
Photography Class: From Dark Room to Digital
Local photographer, Inge Morrison will be teaching this five-week course that will focus on creating
portrait photographs using both dark room photography and digital cameras. Participants are asked to
bring their own digital camera to class – film and cameras for dark room use will be provided.
$60 Museum Members/$70 Non-members
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Saturday, Feb. 11, 1-3pm
Art Safari
An interactive family tour! Join us as we journey through the Museum making key stops to learn about
different types of art, create make-and-take art projects, and participate in gallery activities! Session can
accommodate 40 participants. Ages 7+, FREE, pre-registration required by February 1.
Saturday, Feb. 11, 6-9pm
Battle of the Bands
For the first time the Museum will host a local teen battle of the bands concert. In celebration of the
Sound and Vision exhibition six middle and high school bands will compete for the title of the best band.
Concert is FREE and open to the public, seating is limited.
Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012
Reel to Reel Film Series
Rejoice and Shout (Rated PG) traces the evolution of gospel through its many musical styles. Rejoice
and Shout connects the history of African-American culture with gospel as it first impacted popular culture
at large. Before the film, the influence of gospel music on other musical arts will be discussed. FREE
Feb. 17, 18
Visual Thinking Strategies Conference
Join us for a conference on the use of Visual Thinking Strategies in the classroom and the museum.
Featured speakers will be Philip Yenawine, co-founder (with cognitive psychologist Abigail Housen) of
Visual Understanding in Education (VUE), and Nick Gardner, Strategic Initiatives Director at VUE. For
additional information and registration, please call 706.748.2562, ext. 651 by February 1.
Thursday, Feb. 23, 6-8pm
Art & Soul
Ed Cox, renowned jazz saxophonist and music historian who will be highlighting music history through
stories and song. Refreshments will be provided. FREE
February 28, 2012, 6-9pm
An Evening with Chuck Leavell
Chuck Leavell is one of the most respected and sought-after piano and keyboard players in modern
music history. He has worked both as a solo artist and as a musician with The Rolling Stones, Eric
Clapton, George Harrison, The Allman Brothers Band and many others. He will be share stories and
perform many hits that will make for a memorable music experience. Seating is limited and tickets are
required: $25 Museum Member/ $30 Non-member