Concord Museum: "The Lincoln Memorial Illustrated" on Tuesday at 11 am.
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Join us for a tour of the
Concord Museum Exhibit
"THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL ILLUSTRATED"
Tuesday, December 13th at 11 am
One of the most revered and visited sites in Washington, D.C. and in the nation, the Lincoln Memorial is now a century old. Dedicated on May 30, 1922, it was designed by architect Henry Bacon and Concord sculptor Daniel Chester French, and it has served as a gathering place for some of the most significant and symbolic events of the past one hundred years. It has come to represent the nation’s hopes and challenges, providing an iconic backdrop for civic expression relating to democracy and human rights.
To celebrate its centennial, this exhibition explores the planning and construction of the Lincoln Memorial through illustrations, sculpture, archival materials, and ephemera, and it traces its role as a symbolic site in illustrations, political cartoons, and popular culture. The exhibition features works by numerous artists from the past century, including Norman Rockwell, Daniel Chester French, Henry Bacon, Tony Bennett, Istvan Banyai, and others.
After the docent-led visit, which lasts a half-hour, you can visit the newly refurbished permanent collection or the seasonal Christmas tree exhibition, "27th Annual Family Trees: A Celbration of Children's Literature." Concord’s literary legacy is given a creative twist as 34 trees and wreaths of all shapes and sizes are decorated with charm and inspiration from acclaimed children’s books.
Lunch in Concord is optional, following the museum visit, at Fiorella's Cucina. You can CLICK HERE to register.
Checks for $15 or $15 in cash should be given to
Judy Frommer before the museum tour.
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Judith G Frommer
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