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An occasional list of exhibits, programs, and events at North Carolina museums. Sponsored by the North Carolina Museums Council.

Friday, September 02, 2011

NCMC Events From Around the State… September 5, 2011

1). High Point Museum presents “Washington Street Walking Tour” on Saturday, September 17, 10:30 am. Local historian Glenn Chavis will offer a guided walking tour of historic Washington Street. Washington Street was a thriving business and entertainment district for High Point's black community during the period of segregation. Each tour, lasting approximately 90 minutes, is free of charge but is limited to 20 people so you must call to reserve your spot. Call the Museum to register.

2). Museum of Anthropology presents “Local Peace Corps Volunteers: Bringing Cultures Together for 50 Years”, exhibit running from Sept. 20 – Dec. 16, Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00am – 4:30pm. This exhibit documents the experiences of local Peace Corps volunteers who served in many different countries around the world from the 1960s to the present. Objects and photographs brought back to the United States by the volunteers are on display. The exhibit also includes film clips of interviews in which each volunteer describes how his or her service in the Peace Corps led to better understanding of other people and cultures. Admission is free.

3). HandsOn! Hands On!, the children’s museum in downtown Hendersonville, wants to invite you to celebrate our 4th birthday with us on Wednesday, September 14! Join us for birthday treats provided by Mikes on Main and Three Chopt. The birthday cake is being provided by McFarlan Bake Shop! Events are free with $5 admission and free for members.

4). SciWorks Winston-Salem has joined the “Science Café” movement that has swept the nation. SciWorks, Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University and Sigma Xi (the International honor society for scientific and engineering research) have scheduled another series of talks in September, October, and November 2011. Science Cafés are informal talks given by a local expert at a local gathering place. The talks will take place at Buena Vista Grille, 109 S. Stratford Road in Winston-Salem. The Science Cafés begin at 7pm and will be held in the private room. There is no fee to participate in the Science Café.

5). Asheville Art Museum The Asheville Art Museum is pleased to announce next month’s upcoming “Docent Recruitment Day” at the Museum. On September 12, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon, Museum staff and active Docents will welcome prospective volunteers who are interested in becoming Museum Docents. Guests will enjoy coffee and refreshments while speaking with the Museum team about this wonderful volunteer opportunity. Attached and below you will find a full press release containing details about the benefits of becoming a Museum Docent.

6). Polk County Historical Assn. & Museum presents a special one-day show of a private collection of Tryon Toy Makers and Wood Carvers works on Saturday Sept. 17. At 2 pm, Ric Dunn and Michael McCue will speak on the history and interesting tidbits of both organizations. Michael has done extensive research on these groups and published "The Tryon Toy-Makers and Wood-Carvers A History 1915-1940". Local artist Richard Baker will sketch displayed artifacts for a small charge to benefit the museum.

7). Tryon Palace Wander the gardens, enjoy a concert by the Tryon Palace Fife & Drum Corps, and step back in time to an era where a man’s personal honor was his most cherished quality. On September 5th, 1802, a prominent New Bern lawyer met his political rival, a former State Governor, in a lethal duel on the streets of New Bern. Watch the drama of that day unfold before your eyes. In this historical reenactment of a duel between 19th-century New Bern political rivals, costumed characters battle to protect their reputations. This event will take place on Monday, September 5 at 4:00 p.m. on the Tryon Palace South Lawn.

8). Weatherspoon Art Museum is pleased to present the exhibition “Persona - Body in Parts” (September 17 – December 11). The exhibition examines the human body as a plastic surrogate form from which multiple and complex identities can be defined. The exhibition includes new work by Carter (New York), a series of new Soundsuit sculptures by Nick Cave (Chicago), recent large-scale photographs by Nikki S. Lee (Seoul), Barbara Probst (New York/Berlin) and Gillian Wearing (London), as well as a newly commissioned sculpture/performance work by Kate Gilmore (New York).

9). Mount Airy Museum of Regional History presents “Toast and Jam” from 5 - 7pm on Saturday September 10. Good Wine and Good Music all set in the Museum's picturesque courtyard. This FREE monthly program will feature wine from Shelton Vineyards and Classic Salsa and Latin Jazz music by West End Mambo, though a special grant provided by Surry Arts Council and the North Carolina Arts Council.

10). Museum of the Albemarle Bring your grandchild to the Museum of the Albemarle, Thursday, September 8 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for the “Grandparent Files: Forgotten Toys”. Learn how toys of the past were made from wood, cloth and string. Bring any toys from your past for a “show and tell” time. You and your grandchild will construct a forgotten toy. Grandparents and grandchildren of all ages are welcome. Supply fee for each child: $5.00 general public; $3.00 FOMOA members; $2.00 FOMOA Grandparent members Pre-registration & Supply Fee requested by September 6th.

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