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SUMMARY:Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea
DESCRIPTION:“Avery\, Gottlieb & Rothko: By the Sea” explores the artistic bond between three pivotal 20th century American artists—Milton Avery (1885–1965)\, Adolph Gottlieb (1903–1974)\, and Mark Rothko (1903-1970)—whose shared summers in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, from the 1920s to the mid-1940s had a lasting impact on their work. The exhibit is being presented through a collaboration between the Cape Ann Museum and The Phillips Collection (Washington\, D.C.). On view at the Cape Ann Museum from June 30 through September 27\, 2026\, the exhibition will then be displayed at The Phillips Collection from October 24\, 2026\, through January 24\, 2027. \nAs the first Cape Ann Museum generated show to then be taken on by another institution\, the Museum is working in close collaboration with all three artists’ estates. The show will feature over 82 works from the 1920s to the 1960s\, with loans from 26 prominent national and private institutional collections\, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington\, D.C.\, which is a central partner lending 10 works by Mark Rothko to the exhibition. Many works in this exhibition have never been on public view. \nThis unprecedented exhibit\, accompanied by a 224-page catalog produced by Rizzoli Electa\, will reveal the deep connections between these artists\, emphasizing their roles as both mentors and peers\, while showcasing the unique working methods and lifelong friendships that shaped their groundbreaking art. The catalog\, in addition to including essays by Eliza Rathbone\, will also feature contributions by prominent art scholars and curators. \nOrganized for the Cape Ann Museum by guest curator\, Eliza Rathbone\, Chief Curator Emerita of The Phillips Collection in collaboration with The Phillips Collection\, Washington\, D.C.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/avery-gottlieb-rothko-by-the-sea/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Downtown Campus\, 27 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions,Fall,Summer
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air Sketch Classes with Sue Wheeler
DESCRIPTION:From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents\, join us for a seaside\, En Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a sketchbook\, pencils\, a ruler\, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors\, pastels\, oils\, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds. \nAttendees who wish to tour the Hammond Castle Museum after this class are entitled to a 20% discount on a self-guided tour. Tour tickets may be purchased in the Museum Shop before 2:30 pm on the day of this class. \nClass Schedule:\nThursday Plein Air Sketch classes: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.\nMay:14\nJune: 11\nJuly 23: (6 – 8 pm)\nAugust: 6\nSeptember: 10\nOctober: 8 \nSaturday En Plein Air Sketch classes: 9:30 am- 11:30 am.\nMay: 9\nJune: 20\nJuly:18\nAugust: 1\nSeptember: 5\nOctober: 3 \nAll classes are $25 each. Museum Member savings apply.\nWeather-dependent; classes may be canceled\, and reservations will be refunded if necessary. \nAbout Sue Wheeler:\nSue has a lifetime of making art through various mediums from delectable pastries to abstracts in pastels\, watercolor\, and acrylics. She enjoys using her creative flair in quilting and interior design as well. \nSue graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in business with a focus on hospitality management and earned an associate’s degree from the Culinary Institute of America. Following her tenure as a pastry chef in New Hampshire\, Sue returned to school for a certificate in graphic design and put her talents to use as a designer in the book publishing and art publishing industries in Vermont. In early 2019\, Sue opened her own gallery and studio\, Arts Abound in Magnolia Village\, MA\, as an artistic haven for local artists. Through the gallery\, over 30 artists featured their creative works\, ranging from paintings\, hand-painted silk scarves\, silver jewelry\, and more. Sue also ran many workshops and classes featuring many of the artists. Often\, Sue would work late into the night\, painting in her Arts Abound studio. After closing the gallery in 2022\, Sue continued to offer the often sold-out painting classes\, taught by some of the Arts Abound artists. \nSue has studied under numerous artists to learn watercolor\, acrylic painting\, cold wax & oil\, and collage. Her goals for the Hammond Castle Museum sketch classes are to engage those who are new to the world of art and reinvigorate those who haven’t picked up a blank canvas or sketch pad in a long time. Sue’s philosophy on the creative process encourages you to be less concerned about the final product and instead to enjoy the journey of creativity and get lost in the moment. Once you find yourself in your work\, you may just be surprised!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/en-plein-air-sketch-classes-with-sue-wheeler/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Spring,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T160000
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SUMMARY:Painting Light with Water Based Oils
DESCRIPTION:Explore the art of painting color and light with water-based oils in a small group setting. \nEnvironmentally friendly and a bit faster drying\, water-based oils offer the experience of traditional oil paints without the necessity of solvents. Learn to see and use color relationships to interpret the effects of light. Join us on Thursday afternoons beginning Sept 3\, from 2:00-4:00 for a personalized art experience. \nWhether you’re a beginner or have prior experience\, all levels are welcome.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/painting-light-with-water-based-oils/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:3 Centennial Ave.\, 3 Centennial Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Summer
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SUMMARY:Tech on the Horizon: Behind the Big Top - Score Analysis & Live Tech in Circus Music w/ Peter Bufano
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Tech on the Horizon series\, join us in the community room for: \nBehind the Big Top: Score Analysis & Live Tech in Modern Circus Music w/ Peter Bufano. \nAs part of our Technology on The Horizon series\, step right up for a fast-paced\, 75-minute peek behind the curtain into the illusionary world of circus music with composer\, accordionist\, and Berklee film scoring associate professor Peter Bufano. \nDiscover how cutting-edge music tech keeps pace with high-flying physical performance. Tracing the evolution of circus soundscapes from the traditional acoustic brass of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey to the contemporary electronic scores of Cirque du Soleil and The 7 Fingers\, this multimedia presentation unpacks the unique modular structures required to score unpredictable live acts. Through score analysis\, video footage\, audio stems\, and live demonstrations using Ableton Live\, Bufano will break down how modern show drivers utilize Session View vs. Arrange View\, scene launching\, dummy clips\, and custom follow functions to ensure the soundtrack seamlessly tracks every move on stage in real time.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/tech-on-the-horizon-behind-the-big-top-score-analysis-live-tech-in-circus-music-w-peter-bufano/
LOCATION:Sawyer Free Library\, 2 Dale Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T180000
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SUMMARY:The 11th Annual GrowDown
DESCRIPTION:Join Backyard Growers for the 11th annual GrowDown\, hosted at Oak to Ember! Proceeds from this fundraiser support Backyard Growers’ work creating equitable access to the resources\, space & skills people need to grow their own food in our community and beyond. \nDon’t miss out on: \n😋 farm-fresh\, buffet-style dinner & drinks prepared by Oak to Ember right on Gloucester Harbor\n💚 a live fund-a-need auction\n🎶 live entertainment\n😎 a meet-and-greet with our growing team \nThanks to generous community support at GrowDown\, thousands of Gloucester kids preK through grade 12 grow fresh food at school every year\, hundreds of Cape Ann residents have access to their own vegetable garden\, and a weekly food-focused farmers market crops up every Wednesday in the heart of downtown Gloucester. Come join the celebration at the 11th annual GrowDown!
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/the-11th-annual-growdown/
LOCATION:Oak to Ember\, 9 Rogers Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight
DESCRIPTION:From John Hays Hammond Jr.’s attempts to communicate with supernatural entities using a Faraday Cage to Irene Fenton Hammond’s extensive astrological writings under a mysterious pen name\, this 55-minute\, fully-guided specialty tour sets the stage for a fun and informative seasonal experience unlike any other. The dramatic\, Gothic-inspired architecture of the Museum and the twilight atmosphere are enhanced by the light of handheld electronic lanterns throughout your tour. \nNew in 2026: Extended Hours and Midnight Tours\nFor the first time\, Hammond Castle Museum is offering its popular Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight during extended late-night hours–including a midnight tour–on October 22nd and 29th—a one-of-a-kind experience for those celebrating the Halloween season on the North Shore! \nAdmission:\nJuly\, August\, & September: $27.50.\nOctober: $35.\nMuseum Member savings apply. \n**Please be mindful when processing your reservation to select the correct reservation date and corresponding admission price.
URL:https://discovergloucester.com/event/spiritualism-tours-by-candlelight/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Ave.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Summer
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