Friday, June 28

GALLERY TALK

Myth Meets Modernism: The Manuel Álvarez Bravo Portfolio

12:10 p.m.

Keri Mongelluzzo, Graduate Assistant and Ph.D. Candidate in Art History

Join us on Friday afternoons at 12:10 p.m. for interesting, enlightening gallery talks on current exhibitions and selected works from the permanent collection.

Sunday, June 30

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Image as Social Practice: Art and Politics

Nancy Weinreb

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Tuesday, July 2

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Drop in for Art

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday in July, you’re invited to drop in and make some art in addition to enjoying a stroll through the galleries. Different art projects will be offered every week, so plan to visit often and explore a variety of art processes and materials that relate to works on view.

Sunday, July 7

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Exploring Images of Mexico

Susan Hirth

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Tuesday, July 9

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Drop in for Art

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday in July, you’re invited to drop in and make some art in addition to enjoying a stroll through the galleries. Different art projects will be offered every week, so plan to visit often and explore a variety of art processes and materials that relate to works on view.

Wednesday, July 10

SPECIAL EVENT – Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts

Children and Youth Day: Explore Printmaking

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Old Main Lawn

Friday, July 12

GALLERY TALK

A Life in Motion: George Rickey’s “Breaking Column III”

12:10 p.m.

Erin M. Coe, Director

Join us on Friday afternoons at 12:10 p.m. for interesting, enlightening gallery talks on current exhibitions and selected works from the permanent collection.

Sunday, July 14

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Artist’s Choices and Why They Matter

Susan McCartney

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Tuesday, July 16

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Drop in for Art

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday in July, you’re invited to drop in and make some art in addition to enjoying a stroll through the galleries. Different art projects will be offered every week, so plan to visit often and explore a variety of art processes and materials that relate to works on view.

Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 27

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Teen Photo Workshop and Volunteer Opportunity

Noon to 4:00 p.m.

For teens age 14–17

Teens interested in photography will enjoy a half-day workshop on July 19, then have the opportunity to earn some volunteer hours on July 27 by sharing their new knowledge and experience with Family Day program participants. Workshop activities will include making cyanotype prints and photo transfers as well as learning composition tips for taking better photos. Participants need to be willing to assist children and families with art activities during Family Day. Space is limited. E-mail Brandi Breslin at bgb56@psu.edu to request a registration packet.

Tuesday, July 23

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Drop in for Art

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday in July, you’re invited to drop in and make some art in addition to enjoying a stroll through the galleries. Different art projects will be offered every week, so plan to visit often and explore a variety of art processes and materials that relate to works on view.

Saturday, July 27

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Family Day: Fun with Photos!

Noon to 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy a brief, family-friendly guided tour of Under the Mexican Sky: A Revolution in Modern Photography, then explore a variety of photographic processes including cyanotypes, photo transfers, and digital green-screen magic. Family Day at the Palmer is ideal for families with children ages 5 to 11, but all ages are welcome.

Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 27

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Teen Photo Workshop and Volunteer Opportunity

Noon to 4:00 p.m.

For teens age 14–17

Teens interested in photography will enjoy a half-day workshop on July 19, then have the opportunity to earn some volunteer hours on July 27 by sharing their new knowledge and experience with Family Day program participants. Workshop activities will include making cyanotype prints and photo transfers as well as learning composition tips for taking better photos. Participants need to be willing to assist children and families with art activities during Family Day. Space is limited. E-mail Brandi Breslin at bgb56@psu.edu to request a registration packet.

Sunday, July 28

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

George Miller and His Peers

Alice Clark

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Tuesday, July 30

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Drop in for Art

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday in July, you’re invited to drop in and make some art in addition to enjoying a stroll through the galleries. Different art projects will be offered every week, so plan to visit often and explore a variety of art processes and materials that relate to works on view.

Friday, August 2

GALLERY TALK

Ceremony and Purpose: The Pottery of Ancient Peru

12:10 p.m.

Amara Solari, Associate Professor of Art History and Anthropology

Join us on Friday afternoons at 12:10 p.m. for interesting, enlightening gallery talks on current exhibitions and selected works from the permanent collection.

Sunday, August 11

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Women in Art

Dotty Ford

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Sunday, August 18

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Elements of Art & Principles of Composition

Vinnie Scanlon

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Sunday, August 25

DOCENT CHOICE TOUR

Through the Looking Glass

Dotty Ford

2:00 p.m.

Stop by the Palmer Museum of Art on Sunday afternoons for a unique, themed tour led by one of our knowledgeable docents. Tours begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Christoffers Lobby and last approximately forty-five minutes.

Friday, August 30

GALLERY TALK

The Web of Life: John Biggers and the Power of Pedagogy

12:10 p.m.

Joyce Robinson, Assistant Director

Join us on Friday afternoons at 12:10 p.m. for interesting, enlightening gallery talks on current exhibitions and selected works from the permanent collection.