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I can’t believe it is August. I need to squeeze in another summer, this one is flying by so quickly.
For the past few weeks, I have been working primarily on preparing installation sections for the back ramp gallery space. Every project I pull out to organize takes me to an earlier time in AMP’s history. I remember the states we visited, fabulous artists, teachers, and mentors who worked with us to complete these projects. I remember the kids—all the kids—involved. There is no question students all over this country have added a dimension to this project that defines it. And these days when I get a chance to meet and occasionally work with kids visiting AMP, collaboration is so clearly the driving force behind every project. More than ever, when there is so much to do in this world to change direction, fix things, save the environment, and help so many who are food deprived or needing companionship—I come into AMP and feel we have some magic happening in this space. There is no question something special is happening here.
Speaking of special, I would be crazy not to mention a couple of events coming up in the weeks ahead. On Saturday, August 5 from 4–8pm, we are hosting our first Brews & Views evening. I come from a beer family and as a kid I often traveled with my dad to breweries across the country as he worked with distributors on quality control. Honestly, I was pretty bored most of the time until we got to the motel pool, but now what I would give to be on one of those trips. Today there are so many amazing micro-breweries, the variety of brews blows my mind. This event is an eclectic beer-tasting opportunity. I wish dad was still around for this one!
Looking a little further ahead to the upcoming LIVE @AMP events, we have a fantastic concert on September 16 with One Time Weekend just coming off a Hartford appearance. Opening the evening is Ruby Leftstep, with our own Thom Busemeyer on guitar.
Not long after that, is the Recycled Runway event on October 21. Go through your discarded materials, design your outfit, and get a big group of supporters behind you to vote for your design. I had a blast creating a design the first time we did this. It is all about using your imagination. There is no limit to people’s inventive ideas.
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Saturday, September 16 at 8pm
AMP Bandstand!
One Time Weekend with Ruby Leftstep
Regional bands bring the best of American pop, rock, and more.
"We groove, you move” is the mantra of One Time Weekend, the innovative shred-funk Connecticut quartet bringing driving grooves with a melodic and progressive edge to the universe. One Time Weekend is known for their live shows, delivering a high-energy musical experience at every performance. Twin lead guitarists, Adam Eytan and Zac Mulcahy, shred over bassist and lead vocalist Ian D’Arcangelo’s funky bass lines and dynamic vocals while Ben “Beano” Sullivan holds it all down with his rhythmic energy—all of which keeps OTW Nation grooving and moving.
Opening band Ruby Leftstep is an up-and-coming alternative band out of Northwest Connecticut.
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Call for Entries
YOU can do this! The possibilities are endless for amateurs and professionals alike to create wearable art from recycled and trash-rescued materials. Only a few weeks until the registration deadline—register today and we’ll cheer you on all the way to the runway!
August 11
Last chance to register
August 25
Final designs and photos must be uploaded
September 11
Participant webpages go live for voting and donations to the charity of your choice
October 21
Recycled Runway, 6–9pm
Click here to register.
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School Field Trips
AMP offers school field trips that immerse students in art, the wide range of work performed in our communities, and hands-on individual and collaborative projects to integrate the learning.
Professional Development for Art Educators
AMP continues to provide professional development to art educators and artists based on community art-making and choice-based art rooms.
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Volunteer
There are a lot of opportunities for volunteers to contribute to AMP. Some of our dedicated AMPbassadors greet and support the visitor experience, while others lend a hand to support our education programs, fundraising events, or appeal mailings.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities at AMP, contact Abigail, our visitor services program coordinator, at abigail@americanmuralproject.org.
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AMP Merch
A new batch of AMP hoodies and t-shirts are in stock, all hand painted and numbered by Ellen. We also have hats, postcards, stickers, and worker-minis. Stop by our AMP store during your visit and get AMPed up! Merch is also available online here.
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CT Summer at the Museum provides admission to AMP at no charge for Connecticut residents ages 18 and younger, and up to two accompanying adults from the same household. Visitors to AMP who would like to participate in the program are welcome during the following open hours.
Friday 10am–5pm
Saturday 10am–5pm
Sunday 12–5pm
See the complete list of museums and cultural attractions participating in the CT Summer at the Museum program.
AMP’s participation in the CT Summer at the Museum is supported by Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s Office of the Arts, in partnership with Connecticut Humanities, with funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act as allocated by the state legislature.
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The 8th Annual Weekend in Norfolk (WIN) is set for this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday—August 4, 5, and 6—with festivities throughout town each day. There’s something for all ages each day. Explore the town’s wooded hiking trails, tour the various stained-glass windows in the town’s churches, listen to live music, play bocce, or even renew your wedding vows or get married on the Village Green (advance reservations required). Arts events and historical sessions are scheduled throughout the weekend, as well as stargazing, fly fishing, puppets, and so much more. For detailed information and the schedule visit weekendinnorfolk.org. | |
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CORPORATE SPONSORS
Scope Construction
Northwest Community Bank
R&M Insulation
Hartford HealthCare
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PRINCIPAL FUNDERS
Newman’s Own Foundation
AG Foundation
Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation
Department of Economic and Community Development/Connecticut Office of the Arts
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The American Mural Project seeks to inspire, to invite collaboration, and to reveal to people of all ages the many contributions they can make to American culture. A celebration of American ingenuity, productivity, and commitment to work, the project is intended as a tribute and a challenge. | | | | |
