Otto Piene,
The Proliferation of the Sun
, 1966/1967, re-staged for the Neue Nationalgalerie in 2014, multimedia performance, installation view, Fitchburg Art Museum, 2019. Photo credit: ©2019 Charles Sternaimolo
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Fire and Light: Otto Piene in Groton, 1983-2014
Through June 2, 2019
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Fire and Light
presents the work of internationally renowned artist, Otto Piene (b. Germany, 1928-2014), focusing on artworks created since the mid-1980s when he moved to Groton, MA. Piene's relentless exploration of light, fire, and air led to groundbreaking achievements in art and technology.
Fire and Light
offers a rare opportunity for visitors to experience Piene's immersive artworks and contemplate Piene's vision and practice.
Fire and Light
is sponsored in part by the National Endowment of the Arts, Carol and Carl Canner, Patricia La Valley and Geoff Hargadon, and the Simonds Lecture Fund.
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Broad Strokes: American Painting of the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries from the FAM Collection
Through September 1, 2019
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Broad Strokes
explores a dynamic period in American painting in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The exhibition reveals significant stylistic shifts and artistic developments that were catalyzed by the drastic social changes of post-Civil War America, including major historic events like World War I and the Great Depression. The variety of approaches American artists engaged during this time is evident in works by renowned artists such as Georgia O'Keeffe and lesser-known artists like local Fitchburg painter Constance Bigelow.
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William B.P. Closson (1848–1926),
Preparing for the Pageant
(detail), 1915, oil on board, Made possible by the Carl Pickhardt Estate
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Quilted Masterpieces
Material Girls Quilt Guild
April 4 to May 19, 2019
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Coming soon! Save the date for this special textile arts show on view in the Community Gallery.
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21st Annual Art in Bloom
Thursday, April 25, 1 to 5 pm and Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28, 11 am to 5 pm
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Celebrate spring with the Fitchburg Art Museum and Laurelwood Garden Club! Thursday, April 25 through Sunday, April 28 the Museum galleries will feature flower arrangements created by local florists, garden clubs, and individuals interpreting the art in our galleries.
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Art in Bloom Champagne Reception
Friday, April 26, 6 to 8 pm
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Fitchburg Art Museum and The Laurelwood Garden Club invite you to
An Evening of Flowers, Music, Art and Champagne
. Enjoy hors d’oeurves by Eating In and music by Wachusett Jazz. Tickets are $30; $25 for FAM members. Tickets can be purchased online, at our reception desk, or by calling 978-345-4207 x306 before Monday, April 22. For details email:
events@fitchburgartmuseum.org
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Sky Art Event
Saturday, April 27, 11 am to 3 pm
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Help fly one of Otto Piene’s inflatable sculptures, or swing by to observe and draw. Drawing supplies and tables will be available for children (and adults) to draw the floating sculptures. If you are interested in participating in the event, please contact Terrana Curatorial Fellow Candice Bancheri for more information:
fellow@fitchburgartmuseum.org
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This is a
FREE
event for all! Location: Lowe Park (located across the street from the Museum on Elm Street). This event is presented in connection with the exhibition
Fire and Light: Otto Piene in Groton, 1983–2014
and will be held during the annual
Art in Bloom
celebration at FAM. The Sky Art event is an official selection of ArtWeek 2019.
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FAM FREE First Thursday
Thursday, April 4, 3 to 7 pm
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Celebrate Poetry Month at the Fitchburg Art Museum! Join us at First Thursday to create a found poem and play poetry games. Also enjoy an express art tour at 4:30 pm, shop the
Fitchburg Farmers Market, and s
ip wine from 5:30 to 7 pm. Make a date, bring a friend, all ages welcome!
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The Legacy of Otto Piene
Saturday, April 6, 1:30 to 2:30 pm
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See a spectacular performance of Piene's
Light Robots
by artist John Powell. Also engage in a panel discussion with Lynette Roth, Harvard Art Museums; George Fifield, Boston Cyberarts; Seth Riskin, MIT and hear a poetic reflection by Piene's widow, poet and media artist Elizabeth Goldring.
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April Vacation Week Workshops
Tuesday, April 16, 10 am to noon
Stack a Robot! for ages 5 to 8
Instructor: Miranda Putnam
Transform cardboard boxes, colored papers, pipe cleaners and more into your fantastic robot.
Impressionist Painting for ages 9 to 12
Instructor: Linda Snay
Paint on canvas with acrylic paints in the style of the Impressionist masters.
Wednesday, April 17, 10 am
to noon
Wild Watercolors for ages 5 to 8
Instructor: Linda Snay
Learn several watercolor techniques, then explore colors, shapes, and lines.
Make a Light Spinner for ages 9 to 12
Instructor: Miranda Putnam
Make one (or two) lamp shades that can create different patterns and colors on the wall when spun on top of a light.
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Hidden Treasures
Thursday, April 25, 1 to 3 pm
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Art makes memories. Join us for a
FREE
specialized art appreciation program for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or a related dementia and their caregivers. Pre-register by calling 978-345-4207. Explore
Art in Bloom
& enjoy refreshments.
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Censored Identity Concert
Thursday, April 11, 7 to 10 pm
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Hear music live in the galleries! Join the Worcester Chamber Music Society for a dynamic performance at the Fitchburg Art Museum. The program will feature Gubaidulina's
In the Garden of Joys and Sorrows
for flute, viola and harp, Mendelssohn's
Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49
, and Korngold's
Piano Quintet in E Major, Op. 15
. Presented in conjunction with
Fire and Light: Otto Piene in Groton, 1983-2014.
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Chalk Art Event
Saturday, April 13, 10 am to 3 pm
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The Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster will hold its Annual Central MA Science Festival at the Clubhouse, 365 Lindell Avenue in Leominster. This year’s Festival will feature a 3D street painting illusion that will make the pavement appear to dip inward and objects project outward. Attendees will be allowed to step onto the 3D illusion for photos or try their own chalk art skills, supplies provided.
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Konstantin Simun:
The Sacred in the Profane Exhibition
Through June 30, 2019
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The Sacred in the Profane
offers a survey of artist Konstantin Simun’s unique capacity to find forms that appear in ancient art and Christian iconography in consumer objects. This special exhibition at the Museum of Russian Icons is guest curated by Fitchburg Art Museum Curator, Lisa Crossman. Visit 203 Union Street, Clinton, MA.
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Open Studio with Jared Bowen
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Go behind-the-scenes of
Fire and Light: Otto Piene in Groton, 1983-2014
with WGBH Boston!
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Explore Piene's incredible "otherworldly" multimedia work on view at Fitchburg Art Museum.
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185 Elm Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
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