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August
Present through August 31, 2008
Racing Museum to Feature “The First Saturday in May”
The Hennegan Brothers’
award-winning documentary “The First Saturday in May” will run in an
exclusive engagement at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
throughout the summer racing season. The film, which follows six
horses - including the mighty Barbaro - on the road to the 2006 Kentucky
Derby, has drawn rave reviews since its theatrical release in April. It
was also an Official Selection of the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival, won Best
Documentary at the Savannah Film Festival and the Durango Film Festival as
well as a Special Jury Award at the Austin Film Festival. “The First
Saturday in May” will be shown in the Hall of Fame Gallery most days from
Sunday, July 20 through the final day of the season at Saratoga Race
Course on Monday, September 1. The admission price of $5 for the film is
in addition to the regular admission prices at the Museum. Beginning
on July 20, the 96-minute film will be shown daily at 10 a.m. It will also
be shown at 3 p.m. on five consecutive Tuesdays: July 22, July 29, August
5, August 12 and August 19. Due to conflicts with events scheduled in the
Museum, the film will not be shown on Wednesday, July 30; Thursday, July
31; Friday, August 1; Monday, August 4; Thursday, August 7; Tuesday,
August 26. The schedule is subject to change. Information will be
available at the Museum’s Web site:
www.racingmuseum.org or by calling (518) 584-0400.
Present - August 29, 2008, Fridays, 7:00pm
UpBeat on the Roof
Free music series on the Tang rooftop
Rain location: Payne Room, Tang Museum
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
August 29, 2008
UpBeat on the Roof
Rich Ortiz
Free music series on the Tang rooftop
Rain location: Payne Room, Tang Museum
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
Present-August 31, 2008
Dean Snyder: Almost Blue
Features a new body of work by Providence, Rhode Island-based artist Dean
Snyder, whose large sculptures represent a fusion of organic sources and
material experimentation. Growing from Snyder's previous works in
wood and rawhide, this new series uses high-tech carbon fibers and acrylic
flake paint to eye-popping ends. In Almost Blue investigations of
process, form, and color come together in a constellation of works that
blend into one continuous experience in the gallery space.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
Present through December 30, 2008
Horse Racing Simulator
The simulator is an interactive exhibit, whose software
package links video on a 50-inch screen and an electronic horse to give
visitors the experience of riding a Thoroughbred. Riders will be able to
choose from three levels: Warm-up, Apprentice and Jockey.
The simulator will operate daily from noon to 4pm (9 to 5 during the
racing season) or by reservation by calling 518-584-0400 ext. 124.
Please call ahead for reservations if you have a large group since staff
is limited. The cost of a ride is $5 in addition to the price of admission
to the Museum. Riders must be at least 48 inches – or 12 hands – tall.
National Museum of Racing and Hall
of Fame/518-584-0400
Present-January 4,
2009
Amy Sillman: Third Person Singular
Amy Sillman is an uncompromising painter. Her widely
influential body of work has built on traditional formats—such as
landscape, portraiture, abstraction, and caricature—only to move past
them, pushing these known ways of working into new places. With a
fierceness and generosity of spirit, Sillman makes paintings that explore
psychological concerns while combining colors, forms, and ideas in ways
that are both joyful and uncomfortable. Her artistic investigations spring
from a belief in the possibilities of painting and a dedication to delving
into personal thoughts and emotions, no matter how anxious or awkward they
may be. Fascinated by the act of coupling, Sillman’s most recent series of
work begins by drawing couples that she knows, translating her experiences
with them into a range of visual interpretations that become increasingly
abstract.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
September
September 1-6, 2008
School of the Arts – Open
House
September 1 –5 from 2pm-5pm
September 6 from 11am-2pm
The School of the Arts is proud to announce the open house of its second
season at the National Museum of Dance. The School teaches at the Swyer
Studios located behind the museum.with- three state of the art studios as
well as locker rooms, a newly renovated eating area, and lobby space.
Under the directorship of Raul Martinez, the upcoming season shows promise
of growth and forward thinking. SOA offers classes in many fields; ballet,
pre-ballet, creative movement, modern, tap, hip hop, introductory ballroom
dance as well as Pilates and Zumba. Martinez hopes to continue
incorporating new opportunities to offer the students and community
members. Rather than aiming towards performance or recital material, the
School of the Arts conducts its classes on dance understanding and
enjoyment. The SOA emphasizes that dancers of all sizes, colors, shapes
and ages are welcome– the only requirement of a student at the School of
the Arts is that they have an interest and passion of dance.
Schedule are available on the website or call 584-2225- Ext 3004 for a
copy of the schedule or more information. For other events or
information on schedules for the SOA, visit our website
www.dancemuseum.org. or call 584-2225, ext 3001
Present through December 30, 2008
Horse Racing Simulator
The simulator is an interactive exhibit, whose software
package links video on a 50-inch screen and an electronic horse to give
visitors the experience of riding a Thoroughbred. Riders will be able to
choose from three levels: Warm-up, Apprentice and Jockey.
The simulator will operate daily from noon to 4pm (9 to 5 during the
racing season) or by reservation by calling 518-584-0400 ext. 124.
Please call ahead for reservations if you have a large group since staff
is limited. The cost of a ride is $5 in addition to the price of admission
to the Museum. Riders must be at least 48 inches – or 12 hands – tall.
National Museum of Racing and Hall
of Fame/518-584-0400
July 19, 2008-January
4, 2009
Amy Sillman: Third Person Singular
Amy Sillman is an uncompromising painter. Her widely
influential body of work has built on traditional formats—such as
landscape, portraiture, abstraction, and caricature—only to move past
them, pushing these known ways of working into new places. With a
fierceness and generosity of spirit, Sillman makes paintings that explore
psychological concerns while combining colors, forms, and ideas in ways
that are both joyful and uncomfortable. Her artistic investigations spring
from a belief in the possibilities of painting and a dedication to delving
into personal thoughts and emotions, no matter how anxious or awkward they
may be. Fascinated by the act of coupling, Sillman’s most recent series of
work begins by drawing couples that she knows, translating her experiences
with them into a range of visual interpretations that become increasingly
abstract.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
October
October 8, 2008
Autumn Day Trip to the Arkell Museum and Fort Klock
The
Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center is proud to announce its
Fall Day Trip for Wednesday, October 8, 2008 to The Arkell Museum and Fort
Klock in the scenic Mohawk Valley. The trip will begin in the morning with
a visit to the Arkell Museum, Canajoharie, with its newly expanded
exhibition space and remarkable Beech-Nut Archives of the early 20th
century. Works by many distinguished artists including paintings by
Winslow Homer and sepia toned photographs by Arthur Drooker as well as
Mohawk Valley history memorabilia are featured in the new exhibition
space.
For lunch
the trip package will include a hot and cold buffet at the Mercato Italian
Restaurant in Canajoharie. The menu includes a chicken dish cooked with
lemon juice & wine, lasagna, home made Italian bread, a vegetarian
eggplant dish, apple dessert and beverages coffee, tea and water.
After
lunch we will travel to Fort Klock, St. Johnsville a living history museum
devoted to 1700s farm life. It includes a house, barn, blacksmith shop and
schoolhouse.
Departure
for the trip will be at 9:00 a.m. from rear parking lot of the Wesleyan
Church, 75 Grace St., Northside, Waterford. The approximate return time
for the trip will be 5 p.m. The cost is $70.00 for not-yet members and
$65.00 for current members. The fee includes parking, motor coach
transportation (Wade Tours), admission fees, guided tour and lunch.
To make
reservations or for more information please call Emily Wilson at
518-237-7122. Make checks payable to the Waterford Historical Museum and
mail directly to:
Emily
Wilson, Treasurer, 26 Columbus Ave., Waterford N. Y. 12188.
All Day Trips sponsored by
the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center are educational and
benefit the Museum’s operating costs. For more information please contact
Ms. Emily Wilson, 237-7122.
www.waterfordmuseum.com/238-0809
October 20,
2008
Annual Membership Meeting
Fall Day Trip-tba
www.waterfordmuseum.com/238-0809
October 24-25,
2008
Haunted History Walking Tour
Waterford Rural Cemetery
www.waterfordmuseum.com/238-0809
Present through December 30, 2008
Horse Racing Simulator
The simulator is an interactive exhibit, whose software
package links video on a 50-inch screen and an electronic horse to give
visitors the experience of riding a Thoroughbred. Riders will be able to
choose from three levels: Warm-up, Apprentice and Jockey.
The simulator will operate daily from noon to 4pm (9 to 5 during the
racing season) or by reservation by calling 518-584-0400 ext. 124.
Please call ahead for reservations if you have a large group since staff
is limited. The cost of a ride is $5 in addition to the price of admission
to the Museum. Riders must be at least 48 inches – or 12 hands – tall.
National Museum of Racing and Hall
of Fame/518-584-0400
July 19, 2008-January
4, 2009
Amy Sillman: Third Person Singular
Amy Sillman is an uncompromising painter. Her widely
influential body of work has built on traditional formats—such as
landscape, portraiture, abstraction, and caricature—only to move past
them, pushing these known ways of working into new places. With a
fierceness and generosity of spirit, Sillman makes paintings that explore
psychological concerns while combining colors, forms, and ideas in ways
that are both joyful and uncomfortable. Her artistic investigations spring
from a belief in the possibilities of painting and a dedication to delving
into personal thoughts and emotions, no matter how anxious or awkward they
may be. Fascinated by the act of coupling, Sillman’s most recent series of
work begins by drawing couples that she knows, translating her experiences
with them into a range of visual interpretations that become increasingly
abstract.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
November
Present through December 30, 2008
Horse Racing Simulator
The simulator is an interactive exhibit, whose software
package links video on a 50-inch screen and an electronic horse to give
visitors the experience of riding a Thoroughbred. Riders will be able to
choose from three levels: Warm-up, Apprentice and Jockey.
The simulator will operate daily from noon to 4pm (9 to 5 during the
racing season) or by reservation by calling 518-584-0400 ext. 124.
Please call ahead for reservations if you have a large group since staff
is limited. The cost of a ride is $5 in addition to the price of admission
to the Museum. Riders must be at least 48 inches – or 12 hands – tall.
National Museum of Racing and Hall
of Fame/518-584-0400
July 19, 2008-January
4, 2009
Amy Sillman: Third Person Singular
Amy Sillman is an uncompromising painter. Her widely
influential body of work has built on traditional formats—such as
landscape, portraiture, abstraction, and caricature—only to move past
them, pushing these known ways of working into new places. With a
fierceness and generosity of spirit, Sillman makes paintings that explore
psychological concerns while combining colors, forms, and ideas in ways
that are both joyful and uncomfortable. Her artistic investigations spring
from a belief in the possibilities of painting and a dedication to delving
into personal thoughts and emotions, no matter how anxious or awkward they
may be. Fascinated by the act of coupling, Sillman’s most recent series of
work begins by drawing couples that she knows, translating her experiences
with them into a range of visual interpretations that become increasingly
abstract.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
December
Present through December 30, 2008
Horse Racing Simulator
The simulator is an interactive exhibit, whose software
package links video on a 50-inch screen and an electronic horse to give
visitors the experience of riding a Thoroughbred. Riders will be able to
choose from three levels: Warm-up, Apprentice and Jockey.
The simulator will operate daily from noon to 4pm (9 to 5 during the
racing season) or by reservation by calling 518-584-0400 ext. 124.
Please call ahead for reservations if you have a large group since staff
is limited. The cost of a ride is $5 in addition to the price of admission
to the Museum. Riders must be at least 48 inches – or 12 hands – tall.
National Museum of Racing and Hall
of Fame/518-584-0400
July 19, 2008-January
4, 2009
Amy Sillman: Third Person Singular
Amy Sillman is an uncompromising painter. Her widely
influential body of work has built on traditional formats—such as
landscape, portraiture, abstraction, and caricature—only to move past
them, pushing these known ways of working into new places. With a
fierceness and generosity of spirit, Sillman makes paintings that explore
psychological concerns while combining colors, forms, and ideas in ways
that are both joyful and uncomfortable. Her artistic investigations spring
from a belief in the possibilities of painting and a dedication to delving
into personal thoughts and emotions, no matter how anxious or awkward they
may be. Fascinated by the act of coupling, Sillman’s most recent series of
work begins by drawing couples that she knows, translating her experiences
with them into a range of visual interpretations that become increasingly
abstract.
Tang Museum/(518) 580-8080
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