Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, event details are subject to change. Please contact the hosting organization for the most up-to-date information. |
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ART AROUND TOWN
Things to See & Do in Baltimore
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The annual Open House Plus series at The Cloisters continues this Saturday, January 29, from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. As the steward of this incredible property, BOPA invites newly engaged couples and their families to tour the castle and meet with an array of local vendors who can assist with all planning needs. Visitors and guests will need to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test taken within 24 hours to attend this event. In case of inclement weather, please check The Cloisters website or click the button below for more information. |
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ERNEST SHAW JR.'S SOLO EXHIBITION OPENS
Please Join Us for a Special Opening Reception
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Next Thursday, February 3, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., join BOPA for a free opening reception to celebrate Ernest Shaw Jr.'s solo show, "Continuous Line," at the Top of the World Observation Level. This breathtaking space is a landmark that BOPA manages, and we are thrilled to reactivate the "Gallery in the Sky" for such an extraordinary exhibition, which runs through Sunday, April 17, 2022. To attend next week's opening reception, click the button below. |
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THREE SOLO SHOWS OPEN AT BROMO
Emerge Baltimore Exhibition Series Begins
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BOPA presents three solo shows that open simultaneously at the Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower on Thursday, February 10, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. as part of BOPA’s Emerge Baltimore exhibition series. This trio of artists represents the zealous expression and cutting-edge vision that will thrust Baltimore City creative culture into the future. And all three of their shows are set in the stunning galleries of the historic Bromo Seltzer Tower. For details, click below. |
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THE MAGIC OF THE MOVIES
The SNF Parkway Brings Sundance to Baltimore
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The SNF Parkway Theatre — home of the Maryland Film Festival, where the winners of the Baltimore Screenwriters Competition will be announced — is pleased to announce its return as a Satellite Screen partner for the 2022 Sundance Film Festival. The Parkway is one of only seven independently owned arthouse cinemas across the United States that will connect the Festival and its artists directly with local audiences, showing a specially-curated selection from Sundance’s official program during the Festival’s closing weekend, January 28–30, 2022. For details and tickets, click below. |
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YEAR OF THE TIGER
Celebrate the Lunar New Year With the Walters
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Image: Tiger. Isen’in Hoin Eishin and Style of Mao Yi. Japanese, 1816-1828. Acquired by William T. or Henry Walters. |
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The Year of the Tiger officially begins February 1, but you can celebrate any time and anywhere with a range of digital resources from the Walters Art Museum. Celebrate from the comfort of your own home through activities, videos, and other resources available online at the button below. |
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See the Sondheim Finalists at the Walters |
For the 2022 Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize, BOPA has once again partnered with the Walters Art Museum. Approximately three finalists will be selected for the final review for the prizes and their work will be exhibited in the Walters Art Museum in June and July, 2022.
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REMEMBERING BELL HOOKS
A Free, Virtual Event Hosted by Notre Dame
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Join the Women's Leadership Institute of Baltimore (WLIB) at Notre Dame of Maryland University on Tuesday, February 1, from 6:00–7:00 p.m for a virtual celebration and remembrance of author, educator, and activist bell hooks. Her work addressed race, class, gender, art, history, mass media, and feminism. To get the Zoom link, click the button below. |
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ARTS & CULTURE NEWS
In Case You Missed It
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AVAM'S WHIRLIGIG COMES DOWN FOR RESTORATION |
Just like the Domingo Sugar sign, another iconic piece of the Baltimore skyline has been removed for refurbishment. Find out what they're doing to the 55-foot-tall giant whirligig at the American Visionary Art Museum, and when it will be back, at the link below.
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SK8R GIRLS: SKATING IN STYLE |
E. Brady Robinson's recent photo essay for Bmore Art captures the effervescent style of roller-skating women in Baltimore. The Sk8r GRLS series will be featured as a solo show at Baltimore’s Hotel Indigo. Get the dates and sneak peek of the photos at the link below.
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LONGTIME PROFESSOR AND PORTRAITIST PASSES AWAY |
An instructor at Maryland Institute College of Art for five decades, Michael E. Economos passed away at the age of 85 in November. Also known for his 9/11 portraits, he was a beloved artist, teacher, and friend. To read about Michael's life and legacy, click the link below.
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JOIN US NEXT SEASON!
Become a Vendor at the Farmers' Market
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So We Can Help Spread the Word
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