Virtual events keep public in contact with local museum

Brattleboro Museum and Art Center is hosting several virtual events next month that are related to current exhibitions.

The first event is a lecture and will take place on January 14. It will be given by Helen Sheumaker, and is related to the exhibition "Linking us Fondly: Hairwork in 19th Century America". It will be available on both Zoom and Facebook Live.

Next is a conversation with artist Lois Dodd, whose work is featured in the exhibit "Figuration Never Died: New York Painterly Painting, 1950 to 1970". It can be watched on January 19 on Zoom or Facebook Live.

The last one, on January 21, is a demonstration of tintype photography hosted by Rachel Portesi, who is featured in the "Hair Portraits" exhibition. It can be watched on Zoom or Facebook Live, after which a question and answer session will follow.

Other virtual events for the month will include a workshop on making mini ice shanties out of recycled materials. For those who want to visit in person, the museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Guests must wear a mask and provide contact information.

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All virtual events will begin at 7:00 PM and are free of charge. Contact the Brattleboro Museum and Art Center at 802-257-0124 for more information.