Happy Summer! We are delighted to welcome you to the Museum to see At First Light: Two Centuries of Artists in Maine, a survey of artmaking created here in Maine. Originally intended to mark the bicentennial of statehood in 2020, the exhibition has been further enriched and includes works from the early nineteenth century to the present day. A rich array of programming complements the show this month. Come enjoy concerts by members of the Bowdoin International Music Festival and presentations by photographer Walter Smalling and art historian William Cross. Also, special family-oriented events offer a chance to create artworks of your own! As the nation celebrates Independence Day and our national commitment to liberty and equality, we also share below our thoughts and plans to ensure ongoing equity and inclusion at the Museum.
We look forward to seeing you in the galleries!
Anne Collins Goodyear & Frank H. Goodyear
Co-Directors
Bowdoin College Museum of Art
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Recently Opened
At First Light: Two Centuries of Artists in Maine
The exhibition presents artworks created in Maine over the last two centuries and argues for the important place that the visual arts have played in the state’s history.
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Continuing
At First Light: Two Centuries of Maine Artists, Their Homes and Studios
Beginning in 2018, celebrated architectural photographer Walter Smalling crisscrossed the state of Maine in all seasons creating images of important artist homes and studios.
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Bowdoin College Museum of Art Launches Anti-Racism Strategic Plan
The Museum unveils its Anti-Racism Strategic Plan, representing a careful, collaborative effort growing out of the 2020 Anti-Racism Action Plan.
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At First Light is Open
After a two-year delay because of the pandemic, the Museum’s major summer/fall exhibition marks the bicentennial of Maine statehood.
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Object of the Month
Ashley Bryan's Spruce, Soli Deo Gloria, [Skowhegan], 1956, oil on canvas, is a recent gift to the Museum
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calendar
JULY 8, 2022
Family Art Night
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.| BCMA
JULY 16, 2022
Music Family Saturday
10:00 a.m.| BCMA
JULY 21, 2022
Music in the Museum
11:00 a.m. | BCMA
JULY 21, 2022
"Capturing the First Light: Photographing the Artists of Maine"
4:30 p.m. | Beam Classroom, VAC
JULY 26, 2022
"Winslow Homer: American Passage"
12:00 noon| Beam Classroom, VAC
JULY 30, 2022
Composer Concert
2:00 p.m. | BCMA
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To our members,
The support of our members helps realize future exhibitions, public programs, and educational offerings. Membership serves as a special connection to a community of students and faculty who are actively engaged in the Museum. If you are a member, please renew! If you are not already a member, we hope that you will show your support for the Museum of Art by joining today !
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Museum Hours
Tuesday-Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 pm | Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m. | Sunday: 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. | Closed on Mondays and national holidays.
The Bowdoin College Museum of Art is open to the public free of charge, although donations are welcome. The Museum is wheelchair accessible through the Pavilion entrance.
Bowdoin College Museum of Art | 9400 College Station | Brunswick, ME 04011 | 207.725.3275
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