May 2008
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• May 5, 2008 through July 5, 2008
When Trees Dream, recent work by Brian Pardini
In the Annex Gallery
Totemic figures made of objects found in nature, Pardini's sculptures evoke humanity's long history of spiritual realationship with the natural world.

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• May 10, 2008 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Erie Center for Design & Preservation Lecture and Walking Tour
In the Annex

Seminar presentation on historic rehabilitation and preservation. 
Walking tour immediate follows.
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• May 15, 2008 5–7 p.m.
Erie Downtown Business to Business Mixer
In the Annex

Downtown Improvement District, Gallery Tour

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• May 16, 2008 from 6–9 p.m.
When Trees Dream, recent work by Brian Pardini
In the Annex Gallery
A special reception to be held by Brian Pardini.

June 2008
4 • June 4, 2008 through August 27, 2008
Mid-day Art Break
Every Wednesday during June, July, and August the Museum opens its doors and hosts half hour tours at 12:00 and 12:30, while having entertainment on the front steps.
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• June 5, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
First Fridays (Sculpture by Brian Pardini)
Interactive program for adults and their 3–5 year olds. Adults will try their hand at gesture drawing while little ones explore the movement and rhythm of Brian Pardini's dynamic drift wood sculptures.  $5 per child, those with Museum Family Membership are free.

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• June 6, 2008 through August 9, 2008
Icons, new work by Jim Munn
In the Frame Shop Gallery
In his recent work Jim Munn examines the lowly computer cursor and other pervasive virtual artifacts which have become part of modern life.
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• June 12, 2008 at 8 p.m.

Contemporary Music Series presents
Amina Figarova, jazz pianist

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• June 13, 2008 from 7-10 p.m.
Gallery Night
Public opening receptions for 85th Annual Spring Show, When Trees Dream, recent work by Brian Pardini, and New work by Jim Munn

14 • June 14, 2008
Art on the Rocks, benefit for the Erie Art Museum
honoring Museum director John Vanco's 40 years of service.
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• June 16, 2008
Summer Classes Start

23 • June 23–27, 2008 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Art Camp for Kids
This years theme is Mixing & Mingling Art & Music. For ages 7–12.
Cost is $135 ($115 members)
28 • June 28, 2008 through September 14, 2008
Joseph Plavcan Centennial Exhibition
In the Main Gallery
A retrospective celebrating the 100th birthday of celebrated Erie painter and teacher Joseph Plavcan (1908-1981).
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• June 29, 2008 from 7–9 p.m.
Joseph Plavcan Centennial Exhibition-Opening Reception
In the Main Gallery
Public opening reception held in collaboration with the Bayfront Gallery.

July 2008
11 • July 11, 2008 through October 4, 2008
Art From the Gertrude A. Barber National Institute
In the Annex Gallery
The Erie Art Museum presents recent work by clients of the Barber Institute who find expression in the visual arts.
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• July 21–25, 2008 from 9:30 – 3 p.m.
Teacher Week
Work directly with objects in the collection, discover how exhibits are created, and delve into the fascinating history and meaning behind African textiles.
Cost is $50.

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• July 29–August 1, 2008
Beatrix JAR in Residence
Series of public workshops and performances scheduled with ciruit-bending musical duo.

August 2008
1 • August 1, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
First Fridays (Joseph Plavcan Centennial Exhibition)
Interactive program for adults and their 3–5 year olds. We are sure you'll get a little wired checking out some electric-colored landscapes. We will put our energy (and wire) to good use creating tree sculptures. $5 per child, those with Museum Family Membership are free.
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• August 2 & 3, 2008
Erie Art Museum Blues & Jazz Festival at Frontier Park. The 16th annual version of this free, two-day-long celebration of music in the city's most beautiful park. The community's favorite and most distinguished arts festival.
22 • August 22, 2008 from 7-10 p.m.
Gallery Night
Public opening receptions for Barber Center, Frame Shop, and Plavcan

September 2008
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• September 4, 2008 at 8 p.m.
String Trio of New York
Annex

FREE, suggested donation $10

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• September 5, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
First Fridays (Art from the Barber Center)
Interactive program for adults and their 3–5 year olds. Get ready to jump into printmaking feet first! With some fancy footwork and a little baby powder we will make experimental prints on paper. $5 per child, those with Museum Family Membership are free.
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• September 8, 2008
Fall Classes Start

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• September 27, 2008 through March, 2009
Kanga and Kitenge: Cloth and Culture in East Africa
In the Main Gallery
A survey of East African commercial textiles including the kanga – a ubiquitous wrap emblazoned with a Swahili inscription.

October 2008
3 October 3, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
First Fridays (Kanga, Kikoi, Kitenge)
Interactive program for adults and their 3–5 year olds. Right out of Africa! We'll look at, touch, and even try on brightly patterned cloth from Africa, and we'll experiment with pattern in sound and movement with professional musicians! $5 per child, those with Museum Family Membership are free.
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October 10, 2008 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Gallery Night
Public opening receptions for Kanga, Kikoi, Kitenge: Cloth and Culture in East Africa

November 2008
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November 8 , 2008at 7 p.m.
Chimera reception

An exhibition of original artworks, with readings and musical performances by students at Edinboro University, to benefit the student-directed literary and arts publication, Chimera.

   
   
   

December 2008