GBA Events
Mystic Art in the Evening
Thursday, February 4 2010 6:00 pm
- Phone: (860) 536-7601 x 203
- Admission: FREE
- Location: Historic Downtown Mystic Art Galleries
On Thursday, February 4, Mystic’s downtown galleries will host a collaborative gallery stroll from 6– 8 pm for the public.
The gallery stroll, Mystic Art in the Evening, is held the first Thursday of each month and features a wide array of artwork, from photography to hanging glass sculpture, antique art, and traditional media. The seven participating galleries are within walking distance of each other and downtown restaurants.
The Mystic Arts Center will also feature an artist talk by Old Saybrook glass artist Mundy Hepburn beginning at 6:30 pm.
Strollers can find a map of the participating galleries at each site and can easily spot the galleries by large balloons at each door. The event is free and fun for all ages. Wine and treats will be served.
Open Galleries:
Mystic Arts Center: Featuring Luminosity, the remarkable hanging electrified glass exhibition by Mundy Hepburn, which has been wowing audiences since it opened, and the Annual MAC Members Exhibition. Mundy Hepburn will discuss his work beginning at 6:30 pm. Open daily at 9 Water Street. 860-536-7601 www.mysticarts.org
The Courtyard Gallery: Will feature new works by the esteemed Courtyard Society of Painters and Sculptors. Open Daily at 12 Water Street in Factory Square. 860-536-5059 www.courtyardgallerymystic.com
Emporium Gallery: Opening Seasons – Metaphors, an exhibition of photography by Peter J. Crowley capturing the light and emotion of “thirty-eight years of motion made still.” On exhibition through March 1. Open daily at 15 Water Street. 860-536-3891
Trade Winds Gallery: Established in 1974, the gallery showcases original works of art from over a dozen well known local and regional artists and carries a growing selection of original antique maps and prints. 42 West Main St. 860-536-0119 www.tradewindsgallery.net.
Courtyard Gallery on Main: Showcasing Portraits of the Divine Feminine featuring sculptor Renee Rhodes and renowned painter Christopher Zhang Painter. Open daily at 9 West Main Street. www.courtyardgallerymystic.com 860-536-5059
Finer Line Gallery: Featuring an ongoing exhibit of original art and limited edition prints, art supplies and custom framing services in a downtown Mystic gallery. Open daily at 48 W. Main Street. 860-536-8339 www.finerlinegallery.com
The Hollow Art and Antique Gallery: Featuring original artwork, unique antiques and jewelry. Champagne and chocolates will be served during the stroll. Open daily at 12 Water Street. 860-572-9704.
For further information, please call 860-536-7601x203 or visit www.artsinmystic.com.