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Tab Benoit is a four-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist who, for more than thirty years, has built a remarkable career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues. He has acquired a devoted legion of fans along the way, as well as five Blues Music Awards, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame.
After a 13-year hiatus, Tab is back with his latest effort, I Hear Thunder, on his own label, Whiskey Bayou Records. The new album was his first #1 in the Billboard charts in over 30 years.
Tab’s accomplishments as a musician are matched only by his devotion to the environmental health of his native Louisiana Wetlands. Benoit is the founder and driving force behind Voice of the Wetlands, an organization working to preserve the coastal waters of his home state. In 2010, he received the Governor’s Award for Conservationist of the Year from the Louisiana Wildlife Federation. Benoit has also starred in the iMax motion picture Hurricane on the Bayou, a documentary narrated by Meryl Streep on Hurricane Katrina’s effects, with a call to protect and restore the wetlands.
Thursday, June 4
Doors open at 6:30pm
Show begins at 7:00pm
Emerson's Crawford Theater
Tickets available online or at the door
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In less than two weeks, our first session of Summer Art Camp begins!
We are thrilled to introduce our instructor team: a talented group of creative young people that are ready to teach and lead your kids with joy and energy.
| | My name is Rachel Rasmussen. I’m originally from Broadus, MT and I’m a senior here at MSU studying art education. When I’m not making art or in school, you can find me out swing dancing, climbing up some rocks, or hiking with my dog, Rocco. I’m super excited to be working with your kiddos here at the Emerson this summer! | | My name is Megan, I grew up in Bozeman, and in my free time I love being outside and oil painting. I’m excited to be back at art camp again this year! | | Hi, I'm Owen Hodgson! I was born and raised here in Bozeman, and I am currently in school for art and psychology in Colorado. I love exploring the outdoors and I am a big runner, and I recently ran a marathon in crocs! I think painting is my favorite art to make right now, but that changes all the time. I'm so excited to be a part of the Emerson art camp this summer! | | My name is Nathalie and I am originally from Colorado! I moved to Montana to be a ski instructor and have enjoyed getting outside and exploring the state ever since. I love going to live music, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and traveling whenever I can. My favorite mediums to work with currently are oil pastels and clay. | | |
JOIN US!
Get your kids registered for inspired fun, messy creativity, and days filled with art.
Emerson Art Camps run weekly from June-August, Monday-Friday 9am-3pm. This full-day camp encourages creative exploration and learning while playing outside and meeting new friends! We welcome children ages 5-12.
Limited Space in the following camps:
- June 15-19 The Art Apprentice
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(ages 5-8) 1 spot left!
- (ages 9-12)
- June 22-26: The Art Apprentice
- (ages 5-8) 2 spots left!
- (ages 9-12)
- July 6-10: Sculptor's Studio
- (ages 9-12)
- July 20-24: Art & Architecture
- (ages 9-12)
- July 27-31: Art & Architecture
- (ages 5-8) only a few spots left!
- August 3-7: Plates & Prints
- (ages 5-8)
- (ages 9-12)
- August 10-14: Plates & Prints
- (ages 9-12)
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Summer Art Walks begin June 12!
This is the first night of the Downtown Bozeman Summer Art Walk series! Get your friends, your fam, your kids, your neighbors and start your night at the Emerson!
We'll have:
- Incredible exhibits by Kirsten Kainz and Christopher Campbell
- Studios open for visitors upstairs
- Galleria Hall will be open for shopping
- Art Market
- Food trucks
- Music in the air
- Community activities!
Summer nights are the best nights and we'll be here to welcome you!
Friday, June 12
5-9pm
Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture
FREE!
Food Trucks (June 12):
Bozeman Tropical Sno
Piece of Crepe
TaneMaki
CC Gourmet
Provecho Rustic Mexican
Fizz'd Handcrafted Sodas
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Mutual
Kirsten Kainz
Jessie Wilber Gallery, Lobby Gallery, and Galleria Hall Popup Gallery
In Mutual, Kainz utilizes unexpected, everyday materials to create sculptural creatures that invite viewers into a more personal and emotional connection with the living world. Her work suggests that we are inherently wired to respond to beauty and that losing sight of it can have profound consequences.
“At its core, this exhibition is about connection,” Kainz shares. “We take care of the things we love. My work is intended to help us feel more love and connection with the fascinating creatures and ecosystems that we rely on for life. Our fates are mutual.”
Kainz is widely recognized for her large-scale iron animal sculptures as well as her paintings of ephemeral landscapes and bold, expressive horses. Across mediums, her work is unified by a deep reverence for nature and a sense of urgency to protect what is increasingly at risk. She invites viewers not only to admire the natural world, but to honor and care for it.
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CALDERA
BY CHRISTOPHER CAMPBELL
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Caldera
Christopher Campbell
Weaver Room Gallery
My method is slow, but once moving through the land I work assuredly and intuitively, I find there is little equivocation over what to photograph. I question little when moved to expose a sheet of film. The questions come after. I believe there are always far more questions than answers. The heavy lifting, after I put a photograph out into the world, is up to the viewer. If I have done my job the weight should be manageable in its own way by anyone willing or able to take the time.
Most of my photography these days utilize a 4×5 view film camera. I develop the film in my dark room and then scan the resulting negatives into my computer creating digital files. I will then make subtle adjustments of light value similar to what I might do in the dark room, utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. I then make 5×7 inch inkjet prints which I can use to evaluate and plan my film prints.
Once I have decided what I want to make a silver gelatin print of, I return to the darkroom with the original negative and fully process that into a final archival silver gelatin print. A final note of clarification: the creation of a silver gelatin print does not utilize digital technology at all. All adjustments affecting elements of value, tonality and contrast are made manually in the darkroom.
| | **Reminder that we offer free school tours with our School in Galleries program! Email education@theEmerson.org for more information! | | HELP KEEP OUR LAWN BEAUTIFUL | | |
Help keep our lawn dog-friendly!
Please pick up after your pet. No one wants to step in a mess or take it home on their shoe.
We know it's a crappy job, but it's your doody. Thanks for cleaning up after your dog! 🐾
| | HISTORIC EMERSON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT | | |
We’re in the process of replacing one of our walkways on the north side of the Emerson! If you've walked by and noticed the orange netting, this is the project zone. Now imagine that netting replaced with a gorgeous new sidewalk and steps flowing between two lush green spaces! 😍
This fresh sidewalk will elevate our north lawns and be an incredible improvement to our outdoor space. Our goal is $50,000 and we're 20% of the way there! Donate today to help us raise the funds for this historic Emerson Improvement Project!
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GALLERY AND STUDIO SPACE AVAILABLE
LEASE CYCLE BEGINS JULY 1!
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A new lease cycle begins July 1!
If you're an artist or creative business owner, we welcome you to apply for space at the Emerson. Some of our most coveted studios are becoming available! Simply complete the Tenant Inquiry Form below, and we’ll be in touch with information about current studio availability.
To view available studios in person, please schedule a tour with our Director of Operations at emersonops@theemerson.org. Tours are available during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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www.theEmerson.org
(406) 587-9797 | office@theEmerson.org
111 S Grand Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
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