Have you heard? Reynolda is getting an app! And we're launching it with you at our annual free Community Day on Saturday, June 2 at 11 a.m. All families are welcome at this day-long festival as we launch our second century!
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OFF THE WALL: POSTMODERN ART AT REYNOLDA
West Bedroom Gallery
During the 1960s when postmodernism was first used to describe contemporary art, it was generally understood that it meant that a work of art was not only chronologically “after” modernism, it was also “against” it, rejecting the dominant art movement of the twentieth century’s ideology. Postmodernism has since become an accepted descriptive term for culture during the final decades of the twentieth century. But what does it mean for art (architecture, literature, dance, music, film, fashion) to be “postmodern”?
This small exhibition in the historic house will include works of art from the Museum’s collection by Alan Shields, Anni Albers and Carl Andre, alongside painting and sculpture by Thornton Dial Sr., Vik Muniz, Louise Nevelson and Lloyd Toone; all that can be considered “off the wall."
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The Card Players
(1845-1850), William Sidney Mount, oil on panel. Gift of Barbara B. Millhouse.
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OUTLAWS IN AMERICAN ART
Northwest Bedroom Gallery
Works by Thomas Hart Benton, Robert Gwathmey, Joseph Blackburn, and others depict the eternally fascinating figure of the outlaw. Some subjects, like Frank and Jesse James, we know by name. In other paintings, symbolic figures stand accused of murder, banditry, adultery, treason, gambling, terrorism, and forbidden love. Like Benton, these artists sought to create “something that is in the image of America and the American people of my time.” Like him, they did not shy away from portraying those Americans, brave or menacing, who transgressed the laws of the land.
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HISTORIC REYNOLDA GROUNDS AND GARDENS WALKING TOUR
TOMORROW!
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Free; No registration required
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In honor of
Historic Preservation Month
, explore the historic grounds of Reynolda as they existed 100 years ago. Your guides will highlight some of the hidden sites and stories of one of our city's most recognizable landmarks. Tour meets at the
Reynolda Greenhouse
and will last approximately 1.5 hours. Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk on grass and trails. The tour will be led by Curator of Education at Reynolda Gardens Amanda Lanier and Director of Public Programs at Reynolda House Chris Jordan.
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OBJECT OF THE MONTH: GENERAL PLAN OF REYNOLDA, INC. (1925) BY J.E. ELLERBE
Wednesday, June 6
1 p.m.
Free with Museum admission
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Final lecture in this season!
Director of public programs Chris Jordan presents this large scale map made in 1925 by civil engineer J.E. Ellerbe that shows the entire acreage of Reynolda, encompassing the farm, village, and gardens.
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REYNOLDA ROUNDABOUT STROLLER TOURS
Wednesday, June 6 and 13
10:15 a.m.
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11 a.m.
$5 per adult (includes N.C. sales tax).
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Parents and/or caregivers are invited to bring their very young learners (age 0-18 months) in strollers, front carriers or backpacks for a staff-led walking tour of the Reynolda grounds. While enjoying the beauty of late spring, learn more about the historic estate. Tours will start at the Gazebo near the Museum entrance and end in Reynolda Village, just in time for an early lunch or coffee with old and/or new friends!
This event not be held in inclement weather. Call 336.758.5150 ahead of time to inquire about tour status.
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SUMMERTIME SOCIAL
Thursday, June 14
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Members/students: $10, Non-members: $15
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Let’s toast to Summer with an annual tradition on Reynolda’s Sunset Hill. Bring a blanket and your lawn chairs for a backyard party with food trucks, drinks from local vendors, lawn games, and music from Durham, NC's
Bombadil
.
Advance purchase recommended.
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