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Fall 2019 Lecture Series Presented by the LAA: de Creeft, Bingham, and O’Keeffe

Submitted by Susan Cornell.

George Caleb Bingham, Fur Traders Descending the Missouri, oil
Collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Fine Art

(Sept. 12, 2019) — This fall the Lyme Art Association, at 90 Lyme Street in Old Lyme presents three lectures for art lovers. Each lecture will begin at 7:00 p.m., with refreshments served at 6:30 p.m. There is a $5 fee for members, $10 fee for nonmembers. Parking is free and the venue is handicap accessible.

On September 19, 2019, Connecticut sculptor Wendy Swain will give a virtual tour of the amazing sculptures to be found in New York City’s Central Park.
On October 3, 2019, Bob Potter will explore the Western Frontier of 19th century America through the artworks of George Caleb Bingham, John James Audubon, Albert Bierstadt, and others.
On October 10, 2019, Bob Potter will continue exploring how the American West has inspired artists during the 20th century through the art of Georgia O’Keeffe, Ansel Adams, Richard Diebenkorn, and Ed Ruscha. 

Jose de Creeft, Alice in Wonderland, bronze
North of Conservatory Waters at East 74th Street, Central Park, New York City


About the Lyme Art Association:
The Lyme Art Association was founded in 1914 by the American Impressionists and continues the tradition of exhibiting and selling representational artwork by its members and invited artists, as well as offering art instruction and lectures to the community. The Lyme Art Association is located at 90 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, in a building designed by Charles Adams Platt and located within the town’s historic district. Admission is free with contributions appreciated. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., or by appointment. For more information on exhibitions, purchase of art, art classes, or becoming a member, call 860-434-7802 or visit www.lymeartassociation.org

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