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The Allentown Art Museum gratefully acknowledges endowment funding of educational programs by the Beall and Marlene O. "Linny" Fowler Education Endowment Fund; the Haight Endowment Fund; The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; The Ardath Rodale Education Fund; and Mimi's Fund. Art After Hours September ‘07 through May ‘08 Following an extraordinarily successful first season, Art After Hours returns with four exciting themed evenings of art and culture for adults that are certain to entertain and awaken your imagination. Bring a friend and enjoy some Art After Hours! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. Reservations recommended: 610-432-4333, ext. 29. Click here for the full shedule. 5:30 to 8 pm Members $10 Non-members $15 at the door Leadership support: The John and Fannie Saeger Trust Media support: Lehigh Valley Style Preview Party: Tiffany by Design and Alphonse Mucha: Art Nouveau Extraordinaire SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 6– 8 PM Celebrate the Museum’s “Art Nouveau Autumn” by joining us at this wonderful party. As always, there will be fabulous food and drink, but this time you’ll be treated to great music from Two Part Invention and a stained glass demonstration courtesy of Banana Factory artists Marlene “Linny” Fowler and Octavio Peña. R.S.V.P. by October 4: events@allentownartmuseum.org or 610-432-4333, ext. 29. Members free, Non-members $15. Paulus Moreelse, Dutch (1571-1638) Portrait of Henrica Ploost van Amstel, 1625 Oil on canvas Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961 Free Lecture: American Medici: The Kress Brothers THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 7 PM Join Jocelyn Kress, niece of Samuel H. Kress and daughter of Rush H. Kress, for an evening of personal reminiscences on the Kress family fortune, Samuel Kress’s architectural patronage, and the creation and eventual dispersal of the Samuel H. Kress Collection of European painting including a significant gift to the Allentown Art Museum in 1960. Ms. Kress will focus on works of art specific to the Museum’s collection, touching on the many decisions, selections, and other criteria that went into building one of the Kress Foundation’s most important regional collections. Ms. Kress spent her childhood living with many of these paintings, and her unique insights about the collection will illuminate one of America’s most important philanthropies. Jocelyn Kress has spoken internationally at some of the world’s premier venues including Versailles, the Wallace Collection in London, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Reception immediately following lecture. Registration recommended: call 610-432-4333, ext. 10 or mail the registration form. Art Appreciation Course TUESDAYS, OCTOBER 16- NOVEMBER 6, 6:30– 8 PM Back by popular demand! Take a closer look at the decorative and fine arts of the Art Nouveau movement, an international style of art, architecture and design that peaked in popularity at the beginning of the 20th century and was characterized by highly stylized, flowing, curvilinear designs often incorporating floral and other plant-inspired motifs. In each of the four sessions you will deepen your understanding through art talks, behind-the-scenes opportunities and visits to the special exhibitions Tiffany by Design and Alphonse Mucha: Art Nouveau Extraordinaire. Each session will be led by a Museum curator or guest expert. Register early, as space is limited to 20 participants, by mailing the registration form or calling 610-432-4333, ext. 10: Members $50, Non-members $70. Elderhostel Day of Discovery: Tiffany by Design A one-day program for adults 55 and older exploring the special exhibitions Tiffany by Design and Alphonse Mucha: Art Nouveau Extraordinaire OCTOBER 24, 29 AND NOVEMBER 2, 14 These exciting one-day programs offer older adults the opportunity to explore our special exhibitions in depth. Program includes gallery talks, behind-the-scenes experiences, demonstrations and art making led by curators, special guest experts, museum educators and artists. Visit www.elderhostel.org or call 877-426-8056 for more information. Elderhostel, founded in 1975, is the world’s largest not-for-profit educational travel organization for older people. Holiday Store Grand Opening SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 11 AM- 9 PM Members save 20% store-wide all day, with extended hours until 9 PM! Get a head start on your holiday shopping, and enjoy first pick from our expanded seasonal inventory. Cocktails & Collecting SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 6- 9 PM Learn about collecting and purchase artwork from dealers and artists that already have a stamp of approval from the Museum’s curatorial staff at this fall’s premier art event. Museum curators will be on hand to answer questions and guide you in your purchases as you enjoy delectable hors d’oeuvres and a full-service complimentary bar. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet artists and dealers in an informal and intimate environment. Tickets are $100 per person, and a portion of all art sold as a result of the evening will benefit the Museum. Call 610-432-4333, ext. 10 or complete the registration form to reserve by October 30. Click here for more details including a listing of Participating Artists and Dealers. Vera Bradley Bags Sale FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23-24, 11 AM- 5 PM Members save 20% on Vera Bradley these two days only. Gallery Talks Wednesdays Noon Join curators, artists, and guest speakers on the first Wednesday of each month for insightful gallery talks related to the permanent collection or special exhibitions. These casual talks run approximately 45 minutes, unless otherwise noted, and are free with Museum admission or with special exhibition admission (as applicable). Please see complete schedule. Guided Visits Saturdays 2 P.M. Deepen your understanding of special exhibitions by participating in a Guided Visit. All Guided Visits last forty-five minutes unless otherwise noted. Please meet in the SOTA Foyer. See complete schedule. Louis Comfort Tiffany, American (1848-1933) Pond Lily Library Lamp, 1900-1910 Leaded glass, bronze Collection of Tiffany Studios, New York Coming soon in Tiffany by Design Adult Group Tours Do you belong to a civic organization or are you part of a special interest group? Then make the Allentown Art Museum part of your programming. To arrange a guided visit of any exhibition or the permanent collection for your group of 10 or more, please call 610-432-4333, ext. 32 at least three weeks in advance. Special rates available for groups. Advanced Booking Available Reserve your group tour for our not-to-be-missed special exhibitions: Tiffany by Design and Alphonse Mucha: Art Nouveau Extraordinaire (October 7, 2007 - January 6, 2008) National Geographic: The Art of Exploration (January 27 - May 25, 2008)   PROGRAMS: CHILDREN | FAMILY | ADULT HOME | ABOUT US | GALLERIES | SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS | MEMBERSHIP | GIVING ACTIVITIES | PLAN A VISIT | FOR TEACHERS | THE COLLECTION Allentown Art Museum • 31 N. Fifth Street • Allentown, PA 18101 610.432.4333 • askus@allentownartmuseum.org