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SUMMARY:Curatorial Walk & Talk: Mary Virginia Carson
DESCRIPTION:Join Marise McDermott\, Witte President Emeritus\, author of the book\, Mary Virginia Carson: Pioneer Artist Capturing Rock Art with Watercolors\, and curator of the accompanying exhibition\, as she leads an exclusive tour of the exhibition alongside Dr. Harry Shafer\, Witte Curator of Archeology. \nDiscover the captivating story of Mary Virginia Carson\, an artist\, architect and engineer\, who traversed the hot\, rugged terrain of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands in the summer of 1931 to document and capture in watercolors the magnificent rock art murals that artists painted thousands of years earlier. \nCurator McDermott will reveal fascinating new findings about Carson that were not included in the book or the exhibition\, while Dr. Shafer will offer scholarly interpretations of the rock art and insights into the environment of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands as they were thousands of years ago. \nThis Curatorial Walk and Talk will be in Mary Virginia Carson: Pioneer Artist Capturing Rock Art with Watercolors\, in the Changing Exhibition Gallery on the 2nd floor of the Susan Naylor Center. \nThis event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or purchase a Witte Membership and enjoy events like this all year!
URL:https://stage.wittemuseum.org/event/curatorial-walk-talk-mary-virginia-carson/
LOCATION:Witte Museum\, 3801 Broadway\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Witte Watercolors: Cowboys on Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Ready for an evening of creativity\, conversation and a touch of adventure? Explore history through art at the Witte Museum’s Cowboys on Canvas! \nDid you know that one in four cowboys who went up the trails was Black? Discover their enduring legacy through firsthand accounts and artifacts\, then create your own watercolor study inspired by firsthand accounts in the Witte exhibition\, Black Cowboys: An American Story. \nJoin the Witte team and San Antonio-based artist Chantia “Tia” Bailey\, whose work focuses on social realism\, capturing the beauty\, strength and complexity of Black communities. Tia’s artistry invites connection through storytelling\, and her expertise will guide you as you create paintings depicting the people and historical artifacts from the Witte’s exhibition. \nWhat’s included: \n\nA hands-on experience with educational artifacts from the American West\nAll the supplies you need to create your masterpiece and the artistic guidance of Tia Bailey\nAn assortment of snacks and wine to fuel your creativity\nA private\, guided tour of Black Cowboys: An American Story with exhibition co-curator Ron Davis\, Witte Curator of American History\n\nCost:\n$35 per person (non-members)\n$30 per person (members) \n21+ only — perfect for a fun night out with friends or a unique date idea. Get your tickets today and capture the untold stories of cowboy life.
URL:https://stage.wittemuseum.org/event/witte-watercolors-cowboys-on-canvas/
LOCATION:Witte Museum\, 3801 Broadway\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nightlife
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SUMMARY:Saturday with a Scientist: Recording Rock Art
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how scientists are able to preserve 4\,000-year-old rock art? \nJoin David Keim\, a Preservation Archaeologist with Shumla Archaeological Research & Education Center\, to learn more about rock art of the Lower Pecos Canyonlands. These ancient murals are among the most remarkable narratives of the ancient world\, offering a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the people who created them thousands of years ago. Discover how this rock art is meticulously recorded and studied\, and what preserving it means for the future. Create your own rock art-inspired sketches and learn how scientific data can be collected from your creation. \nHead to the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Recording Rock Art in the Nancy Smith Hurd Rock Art Lab. \nContinue your journey into the world of rock art by visiting Mary Virginia Carson: Pioneer Artist Capturing Rock Art with Watercolors to see how artistry and observation connect us with stories from thousands of years ago. \nThis event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or become a Witte Member to enjoy events like this all year!
URL:https://stage.wittemuseum.org/event/saturday-with-a-scientist-recording-rock-art/
LOCATION:Witte Museum\, 3801 Broadway\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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SUMMARY:Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Silk
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered where wild silk comes from? \nJoin Dr. Richard Peigler\, an entomologist and biology professor at the University of the Incarnate Word\, along with his students\, for Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Silk. Dr. Peigler specializes in wild silkmoths and will guide you through the fascinating world of natural fibers. \nGet an up-close look at specimens through a microscope\, feel the texture of wild silk and discover the incredible variety of fibers found in the natural world. Learn how wild silkmoths contribute to the production of silk and explore the science behind these unique materials. \nHead to the Witte Museum for Saturday with a Scientist: Studying Silk in the Valero Great Hall. \nThis event is included with General Admission. Purchase your Museum Admission online here or become a Witte Member to enjoy events like this all year!
URL:https://stage.wittemuseum.org/event/saturday-with-a-scientist-studying-silk/
LOCATION:Witte Museum\, 3801 Broadway\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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