MOSH presents ‘Da Vinci: Machines and Robotics’

The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) has announced its next traveling exhibition, "Da Vinci: Machines & Robotics". The exhibition, produced by Artisans of Florence – International Pty. Ltd. & Niccolai Teknoart S.N.C. (Firenze), opens to the public September 18, 2021 and runs through January 16, 2022.

The exhibition will feature over 60 famous Leonardo Da Vinci creations, including machines and artwork. The interactive experience immerses guests into the 15th century and brings to life the most important and impressive designs of the original Renaissance Man, including his amazing flying machines; nautical, hydraulic and architectural innovations; groundbreaking applications of civil engineering; and incredible war machines. The exhibition also features children’s activities, computer animations, a cinema and reproductions of da Vinci’s greatest paintings. Created by Artisans of Florence, this exhibition celebrates an iconic artist and innovator, and is on loan from the Leonardo da Vinci Museum in Florence, Italy.

The Museum is celebrating 80 years on the First Coast, and this new exhibition kicks off its anniversary season. MOSH will host several events, including Museum by Moonlight on September 17 to kick off the da Vinci exhibition, a celebratory GALAxy event on April 30, 2022 and many other commemorations throughout the year. Tickets for Museum by Moonlight are available at themosh.org/museumbymoonlightjax/.

“Curiosity and innovation are integral to the MOSH experience,” said Bruce Fafard, President & CEO of MOSH. “We are looking forward to celebrating and sharing the genius of da Vinci here at the Museum. This exhibition will bring our patrons back to a time when curiosity fueled a culture. Aligning perfectly with our mission to inspire the joy of lifelong learning, the exhibition will help us celebrate 80 years of innovation right here in the River City.”

The Museum of Science & History is following CDC guidelines and recommendations to ensure the safety of its staff and guests. Guests 2+ are encouraged to wear face coverings in the Museum. Single-use masks are available for purchase at the Guest Relations desk for $1.

About The Museum of Science & History (MOSH): The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) is located at 1025 Museum Circle near Friendship Park. MOSH, first chartered in 1941, inspires the joy of lifelong learning by bringing to life the sciences and regional history. Admission is $15.95 for adults; $12.95 for youth, students, active and retired military and seniors. There is no admission fee for children 2 and under or Museum members. Learn more at themosh.org.

 The Museum of Science and History (MOSH)
 1025 Museum Circle
 Jacksonville, FL 32207
 (904) 396-MOSH (6674)

New exhibit at the Thrasher Horne in Orange Park

The Art Guild of Orange Park presents “Fin, Feather & Fur” an exhibit of work by member-artists who represent a variety of ideas, images and interpretations through Fine Art.  The creators of these works reflect unique work; a collaboration of interests, techniques, media applications, and experiences.  The juried show will contain the finest examples of photography, pottery, drawings, paintings, collage, or mixed media - 2 D and 3 D works: Art at its Best.

The Art Guild of Orange Park was established in 1973 to celebrate the fine arts and to promote the creation of art by the many talented artists living in the Clay County area.  The Guild is a strong supporter of its members encouraging artists to express their own individuality, talents, and skills.  Throughout the years, both professional and non-professional members have stated that the Art Guild of Orange Park was a crucial stepping stone to the betterment of both careers and interests.

Also, celebrate art in Clay County on Thursday, March 14th from 5:30 – 8 p.m.  This is a free event offering a fun-filled evening of artistic exploration, including question and answer sessions with The Art Guild of Orange Park, multiple creative vendors in the lobby, food, music and giveaways!

“Fin, Feather & Fur”

DATES:  Fri., Mar. 1, 2019 – Sat., June 15, 2019
     Thurs., Mar. 14th from 5:30 – 8 p.m.

LOCATION: The Thasher-Horne Ctr.
      St. Johns River State College
      283 College Drive
      Orange Park, FL 32065

The Thrasher-Horne Center is a not-for profit performing arts venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State College.  The Thrasher-Horne Center is located on the Orange Park campus.

Jeanne Pellegrino “In The Spirit” opens at Thrasher-Horne Galleries

Famed local artist and teacher Jeanne Pellegrino will premiere her newest collection of paintings, “In the Spirit,” at the Thrasher-Horne Galleries.  The exhibit will continue from December 1, 2017 – January 15, 2018, during regular Gallery hours.  “In The Spirit” is a series of Abstract Expressionism and Color Field paintings harnessing the expressive language of color, both gentle and vibrant, to evoke emotional responses from viewers. Inspired by divine revelation, Pellegrino’s art reveals the intimate handiwork of the creator breathing life upon canvas.

Born in Toledo, Ohio, Jeanne Pellegrino pursued her B.F.A., and M.A. at Bowling Green State University, culminating in a Master of Fine Art from Florida State University. After teaching at Jacksonville University, she opened Pellegrino Studios of Fine Art in Orange Park. Pellegrino’s work has been featured in prominent collections including The White House, Florida National Bank, The Haskell Collection, and Jacksonville’s Mayor’s Collection. She was selected for the U.S. State Department’s Art in the Embassies Program, and has been featured in the prestigious Kottler Galleries (NYC). Her work has also been shown in the Cummer Art Gallery and is a part of the University of North Florida’s Art in the Library collection.

“To me, this is one of the most important openings I will have had because of the number of my students from over the years that will be able to attend,” said Pellegrino.  The exhibit will continue from December 1, 2017 – January 15, 2018, during regular Gallery hours of 10 AM – 3 PM, with additional hours available by appointment.  Mrs. Pellegrino will also be selling limited edition prints of “America’s Grace,” her most famous work which is housed in the permanent collection of the White House.

“Jeanne Pellegrino “In The Spirit”

DATES: Now until January 15, 2018

LOCATION: The Thasher-Horne Ctr.
      St. Johns River State College
      283 College Drive
      Orange Park, FL 32065

The Thrasher-Horne Center is a performing arts venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State College.  It is located on the Orange Park campus at 283 College Drive in Orange Park, Florida.

JAX artist celebrates N. FL Natural Parks in Lee Adams Gallery

The Thrasher-Horne Center will be exhibiting the work of Jacksonville’s fine artist Kathy Stark September 21 – November 18, 2017 in the Lee Adams Florida Artists Gallery.  An opening reception was held on Thursday, September 21, 2017 in the gallery.

Inspired by a crowd-funded festival, Ms. Stark ventured out into all of the area’s parks and preserves and created large-scale paintings from her experiences.  For three years she researched each place – online and by foot, bike, canoe and kayak – and became a park advocate and an ambassador in the process.  The culmination of her work is a traveling exhibit and book entitled “The Wilderness of North Florida’s Park,” a unique, family-friendly exploration of the extensive system of our region’s national parks.

Ms. Stark combines her expansive watercolor paintings with sketches, historical facts and maps to create an exhibit that is a blend of art and education, serving as a tribute and guide to the great unspoiled stretches of our region.  The Wilderness of North Florida’s Park is intended to inspire people to experience Jacksonville’s extensive and unique park system and to support the nonprofit groups that preserve and protect our land and water. The exhibit and book are an outgrowth of Ms. Stark’s personal passion for the outdoors and her love of the natural beauty of North Florida.  Her project is sponsored by Merrill Lynch and in partnership with Timucuan Parks Foundation.

Thrasher-Horne Center Galleries are supported by the Mary Ward Huntley Florida Artist Fund.  The galleries are free and open to the public during regular box office hours, all Thrasher-Horne Center events and by appointment.  Additional gallery information is available at (904) 276-6815 and on the website.

LOCATION: The Thasher-Horne Ctr.
      St. Johns River State College
      283 College Drive
      Orange Park, FL 32065

Ormond Beach artist featured at Thrasher-Horne Center

The Thrasher-Horne Center Galleries will be exhibiting the work of Ormond Beach artist, Margaret Schnebly Hodge, April 26, 2017 – June 20, 2017.  Ms. Hodge will be featured alongside the Thrasher-Horne’s permanent collection of photographs from Jack Mitchell in his namesake gallery.

Margaret Schnebly Hodge’s exhibit: “Breaking Free; Dark Energy, Dark Matter” is a selection of abstract figurative and landscape paintings which use a dark and rich palette to portray a philosophical preoccupation with concepts of physical and emotional restraint, confinement, and a striving for a sense of freedom.  Hodge has traveled a long and very interesting path of achievement in her career to date which can be viewed in the variety of the artwork presented in this exhibition.  Ms. Hodge received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida, School of Fine Arts in 1976, and trained extensively in classical studio traditions.

Ms. Hodge has received a 2005 Florida Arts Council Enhancement Grant as well as a number of additional awards and commendations.  She has exhibited her work selectively throughout her career, with most recent solo exhibitions at five Florida colleges including: the Rao Musunuru M.D. Art Gallery, Pasco-Hernando State College.  Her work can be found in public, institutional, and private collections.  “Breaking Free: Dark Energy, Dark Matter” will be presented in the Lee Adams Florida Artists’ Gallery.

Margaret Schnebly Hodge Exhibit

DATES: April 26 — June 20, 2017
LOCATION: The Thasher-Horne Ctr.
      St. Johns River State College
      283 College Drive
      Orange Park, FL 32065

The Thrasher-Horne Center is a not-for profit performing arts venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State College.  The Thrasher-Horne Center is located on the Orange Park campus.

Cummer Museum observes Persons with Disabilities Day

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens has always been dedicated to making art accessible to all.  From innovative programs to interactive exhibits, the Museum allows visitors to explore art in different ways.  December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and to commemorate this special day the Cummer Museum will be showcasing its annual ‘Women of Vision Show’, produced by its class of low vision or blind women. In addition, paintings from students at Florida School for the Deaf and Blind will be on display on that day in Art Connections.  Observe International Day of Persons with Disabilities by exploring these displays that celebrate artistic abilities rather than disabilities.

The Cummer Museum is proud of its role as a leader for disability programming in the Jacksonville community.  The Museum recently received the 2016 John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability Community Asset Award and The Florida Division of Cultural Affairs 2016 Diversity and Inclusion Award, funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Programs like Women of Vision, which brings the visual and literary arts to adult women who are blind or low vision, and Arts for All, which creates activities and projects for people with disabilities, demonstrate this commitment.  The Museum is designated as the Jacksonville affiliate of Very Special Arts (VSA), and has held the VSA Festival annually for 21 years.  The Museum also partners with the HEAL Foundation, a local nonprofit serving individuals and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

International Day of Persons with Disabilities has been celebrated worldwide since 1992 to promote a more inclusive and equitable world for persons with disabilities. It involves collaboration between schools, businesses, and communities in an effort to break down barriers and create positive relationships.  This year coincides with the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), an international treaty recognizing the rights of people with disabilities.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
  829 Riverside Avenue
  Jacksonville, Florida 32204
  (904) 356-6857
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