2015
SPECIAL EXHIBITS
Made of Thunder, Made of Glass II: Continuing Traditions in Northeastern Indian Beadwork
May 30 – November 1, 2015
Intricate, colorful, and symbolic, beadwork is a traditional form of Native artistic expression. In this exhibition, over 250 extraordinary examples of contemporary and historical Native American beadwork made in the Northeast between 1800 and 2015 are accompanied by compelling portraits of the beadwork artisans by Gerry Biron. On view at Memorial Hall Museum, Deerfield, MA.
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Robert Strong Woodward: Artist For All Seasons
September 5 – November 1, 2015
Robert Strong Woodward, Mrs. Keach’s Front Porch, 1933. Private Collectio
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The realist paintings of Robert Strong Woodward (1885-1957) are marked by strong lines, beguiling compositions, and pragmatic colors. Featuring landscapes and scenes of rural Buckland, Massachusetts, dating to the 1930s, this special exhibition celebrates New England regionalism. Organized by the Friends of Robert Strong Woodward, on view at Memorial Hall Museum, Deerfield.
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.“New England Impressions: Art and the Making of Regional Identity, 1885 – 1950”
Thursday, October 1, 7 pm
Lecture by William Hosley at Memorial Hall Museum, in conjunction with the recently-opened exhibition “Robert Strong Woodward: Artist for All Seasons.” Learn more here.
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day
Saturday, September 26, 2015.
Free admission to Memorial Hall Museum and Indian House Children’s Museum
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2015 SUMMER
Old Deerfield Sunday Afternoon Concert Series
Beautiful chamber music performed in the lovely Victorian setting of Memorial Hall Museum’s Music Room at
3 p.m. on Sundays July 12th through August 30th, 2015. Tickets: $10 for adults; $5 for seniors and students. Tickets available at the door. See the schedule below.
July 12
Ken Forfia, Piano
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July 19
Beth Welty, Violin
Carol Hutter, Viola & Violin
Jennifer Allen, Cello
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July 26
Akal Dev Sharonne, Flute
Dana Muller, Piano
August 2
The Deerfield Duo
Mark Fraser, Cello
Anthony Berner, Violin
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August 9
Duo Fusion
Sarah Swersey, Flute
Joe Belmont, Guitar
August 16
Bella Voce
Lisa Woods, Mezzo-Soprano
Teri LaFleur, Soprano
Jerry Noble, Piano
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August 23
The Valtchev-Tchekoratova Duo
Gregory Valtchev, Violin
Lora Tchekoratova, Piano
August 30 – CANCELLED
Michael Nix, Banjar
& Greg Snedeker, Cello
of The Pioneer Consort
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JULY 4th EVENT!
Please join PVMA for our FREE 4th of July celebration from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., featuring Stone Soul, Inc., from Springfield (MA), and the Westmoreland (NH) Town Band. Stone Soul, Inc.’s, historical re-enactors emphasize the military contributions of the African Americans in America’s wars. Their 54th MA Colored Troops Regiment, Co. E, will set up a Civil War-era encampment on the front lawn of Memorial Hall Museum.
The schedule for the day includes:
• 10:00 – A brief discussion of the Civil War Sesquicentennial by members of Stone Soul, Inc., with a gun salute;
• 11:00 – Youth dance and drum troupe performances;
• 11:30 – A brief discussion about African American soldiers in the Civil War and the significance of faith to them, followed by a Gospel music concert;
• 1:00 – Black powder rifle demonstration, and a brief discussion about African American contributions to music, followed by a Rhythm & Blues concert;
• 3:00 – The Westmoreland (NH) Town Band concert will perform in the Deerfield Teachers’ Center.
Ongoing events throughout the day include the 54th MA Colored Troops encampment, and Memorial Hall Museum will be open with FREE ADMISSION from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. There will also be four different barbecue concession trucks selling food provided by Stone Soul, Inc.
BEADING WORKSHOP
Saturday, May 30, 10 am to 12:30 pm
Presenter: Rhonda Besaw, Canadian Metis/Abanaki
Where: Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association
