Diverse Exhibitions and Signs of SPRING at Roberson!

Fun events, unique and memorable experiences, access to international artists, and a showcase of regional and youth talent. Yeah, we've got all of that. With excitement and momentum from our 60th Anniversary Celebration, Roberson Museum and Science Center has positioned itself as a leader in our community with a wide range of exciting exhibitions, important educational programs, fun special events, and regional tourism marketing initiatives.

In the coming months, Roberson will proudly present a diverse offering of art exhibitions ranging from high school students, to the traditions of Chinese Ink Painting. It is our vision to expose our region to spectacular talent and become a resource and destination for local and travelling visitors alike.

Additionally, with upcoming special events and camp programs, we are providing an opportunity for people of all age groups and interests to join the fun. Explore this edition of Confluence for a glimpse of what we have planned.

We look forward to seeing you often in 2015!

What's Happening at Roberson...

Ticket Details: 15th Annual Wine & Food Fest

International Flair: Chinese Ink Art

Spring Spirit: Easter Egg Hunt

Call for Entries: Regional Art Exhibition

Camps for Kids: Spring Break Adventure Week

Artistic Discovery: Congressional Art Competition

Tickets Available Now:

15th Annual Wine & Food Fest

Enjoy wine, food, and beer tastings from our area's best at Roberson's 15th Annual Wine & Food Fest - Thursday, April 23, 2015 from 5:30-8:30pm.

Over 35 Restaurants, Over 35 NYS Wineries.

Tickets are available now at THIS LINK, in Roberson's Museum Shop, or by calling 772-0660.

Roberson Members: $45

Non-Members: $50

Be sure to act fast. The Wine & Food Fest has sold out well before the event for four consecutive years.

New Exhibit: Chinese Ink Art

Roberson is very excited to bring a traveling international exhibit to our region. We will be a host site for "Reshuffling the Past: 2015 Contemporary Chinese Ink Art Exhibition."

Chinese ink and wash painting is an elegant and expressive art form dating back more than a thousand years. While most collections of Chinese ink painting in major museums in Europe and the U.S. focus on its classic forms, this exhibition highlights modern and contemporary examples. The eight invited artists showcased in this exhibition are currently the leading explorers of ink painting.

The exhibition is made possible thanks to a partnership between Roberson and the Confucius Institute of Chinese Opera at Binghamton University.

Easter Egg Hunt

Get in the spirit of spring at Roberson's Easter Egg Hunt! Held in the museums courtyard, Hunt for candy-filled eggs in the courtyard and participate in various springtime and Easter crafts.

The Easter Egg Hunt will be at 1 and 2:30 . There will also be storytime with Mother Goose at 3 .

Quick Reference Guide: Upcoming Events

Reshuffling the Past: 2015 Chinese Contemporary Ink Art Exhibition.

March 20 - April 30

This exhibition highlights modern and contemporary examples of Chinese ink and wash painting -- an elegant and expressive art form dating back more than a thousand years.

15th Annual Wine and Food Fest

Thursday, April 23

Save the date for our celebration of spring. Guests enjoy wine, beer, and food tastings from our area's best. Tickets for the event are available by CLICKING HERE.

Spring Break Adventure Week

March 30 - April 3

Adventure Week features a different camp theme each day during spring break. You can choose to sign your child up for one day, multiple days, or the whole week.

CLICK HERE to register.

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 4

Get in the spirit of spring at Roberson's Easter Egg Hunt! Search for candy-filled eggs and participate in various springtime crafts! The Easter Egg Hunt will be at 1 and 2:30.

Call for Entries: Regional Art Exhibition

ENTRY DEADLINE: April 18, 2015

Exhibition on view July 10-October 25

ATTENTION ARTISTS: Roberson Museum and Science Center is accepting entries for the 2015 Roberson Regional Art Exhibition. Artists residing within 150 miles of Binghamton are invited to enter works.

CLICK HERE for a printable entry form with eligibility information.

Roberson's Regional Art Exhibition is a juried exhibition. Works accepted into the exhibition will be selected by an outside Juror. An opening reception and awards ceremony for artists and Roberson Members will be held on Sunday, July 12. First, Second, and Third place cash awards will be chosen from the exhibition.

Roberson Adventure Week

Spring Break Adventure Week is March 30 - April 3 featuring a different camp theme each day during spring break. You can choose to sign your child up for one day, multiple days, or the whole week.

Camps are for students in grades 2 through 6 and run 9am to 3pm each day.

CLICK HERE or call (607) 772-0660 to register. Please note that camps require a minimum number of participants, and are subject to change. All materials included. Tuition is non-refundable.

Price per day is $36 for members; $44 for non-members. Price for the entire week is $170 for members, $215 for non-members.

Congressional Art Exhibition at Roberson

This year celebrates the 33rd annual Congressional Art Competition,

An Artistic Discovery.

The top six winners from each county in the NY-22 Congressional District will move on to the district-wide competition which will be held at Roberson this year on April 18, 2015.

The first place winner selected from the show at Roberson will have their entry displayed at the U.S. Capitol for one year. It is an excellent opportunity for local young artists to be recognized for their talent, creativity and vision at the national level.

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10% off any purchase over $25

Funding for Roberson Museum and Science Center is provided in part by general operating support grants from the United Cultural Fund, a program of the Broome County Arts Council; The Conrad and Virginia Klee Foundation and the New York State Council on the Arts.

Roberson thanks the contributors to BCAC's United Cultural Fund Campaign 2014

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Sincerely,

Roberson Museum and Science Center