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Marie L. Matthews Gallery
at the Johnson Education Center
This gallery has on exhibit works from a variety of media, inspired by the beauty of the natural world. Marie L. Matthews Gallery is located inside a circa 1900's restored barn that is also home to D&R Greenway Land Trust.
You may visit the galleries during weekdays from 10am to 5pm, except for holidays.
Please call 609.924.4646 ahead of time to ensure that art exhibitions are viewable in all rooms.
Top Introductory Photo - Spirit by William Vandever, Digital archival print
The video catalog for the Born of Wonder: Childhood and Nature exhibit, sponsored by The Charles Evans Foundation in memory of Charles Evans, with clips of artists, the curator, and the art itself can be found on our YouTube channel.
Current Exhibit:
Crossing Cultures
Exhibit is open for viewing May 14 - July 27, 2012
Opening Reception: Wednesday, May 23, 6-8pm
Think Global, Act Local Lecture and Reception:
Thursday, June 28, 6:30-8pm
Both events are free and open to the public. Please RSVP by email or 609.924.4646.
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From all corners of the earth to all corners of the canvas, this art exhibit brings together a diverse and rich variety of artistic traditions, all expressing the artists' relationships with the environment. Experience how artists and musicians from different cultures and from different perspectives think globally and act locally.
Featured Artists
Marina Ahun * Hetty Baiz * Bisa Butler * Merrilee Drakulich
Clem Fiori * Oki Fukunaga * Frances Heinrich * Susan Hoenig * Rory Mahon
Teresa Prashad * Richard Rael * Leon Rainbow * Fay Sciarra
Opening Reception: Wednesday, May 23, 6-8pm
Come meet the artists and enjoy refreshments while taking in the art.
Think Global, Act Local: Lecture and Reception
Thursday, June 28, 6:30-8pm
Co-sponsored by Princeton Environmental Institute
Presented by Professor Mario Gandelsonas, FAIA, Princeton, University
Hear about environmental and energy projects in Shanghai, Paris and the U.S.A. and how culture affects decisions. Learn about a South Jersey Greenway Plan proposed by this world-class urban architect.
Both events are free and open to the public. Please RSVP by email or 609.924.4646.
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The Marie L. Matthews Gallery was named in honor of Marie L. Matthews, a noted Princeton artist. Marie Matthews lived a full life as an accomplished nature photographer, very active in philanthropic affairs. She raised a family and traveled widely. She graduated from the University of California-Berkeley and received a Masters Degree in Education from Goucher College. She served as a trustee of the Lymphoma Research Foundation, Corner House Foundation, and Mothers 2 Mothers Program. The generous spirit of Marie lives on in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery.
Olivia Rainbow Gallery
Named by Leslie and Chris Kuenne of Princeton in memory of their daughter Olivia, a burgeoning artist who loved the outdoors, the gallery exhibits works of children and students from pre-school through high school ages. Throughout the year, changing exhibits mirror the theme of the art displayed in the Marie L. Matthews Gallery.
Upcoming exhibit:
TBA
Click here for directions to the Johnson Education Center
One Preservation Place
Princeton, NJ 08540
609.924.4646
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