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Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature - the Gibbes Museum of Art will be the inaugural United States venue for the international exhibition Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature. Presented in association with Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (London) and Oak Spring Garden Foundation, an estate of the late Rachel Lambert Mellon (Virginia), the exhibition and its related programming will highlight the vibrant and varied career of the renowned Scottish artist, Rory McEwen.

Jan 25 - Apr 12

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The Bitter Years: Dorthea Lange and Walker Evans Photographs from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection - Some of the finest examples of 20th century American photography are on display at the Gibbes Museum of Art, now through Jan. 14, 2024. This exhibition, The Bitter Years: Dorthea Lange and Walker Evans Photographs from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection, showcases 65 photographs by renowned American photographers who launched their careers as documentarians of the Great Depression.The Gibbes is offering special programming throughout the duration of this exhibition, and there are still three programs remaining: The Poetics of Witness, Sept. 20 Inspired by the exhibition The Bitter Years: Dorothea Lange and Walker Evans Photographs from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection, the Gibbes will host an evening with contemporary documentary photographers, scholars and poets to explore the different ways artists bear witness, creating work that inhabits the space between the personal and the political. One of the featured speakers at the event will be American poet Marjory Wentworth. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3Ppe6ej. Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning Film Screening, Oct. 1While Dorothea Lange’s haunting image The Migrant Mother is one of the most recognized photographs in the world, few know the story, struggles and profound body of work of the woman behind the camera.  Award winning cinematographer Dyanna Taylor, Lange’s granddaughter, directs and narrates this intimate documentary as it explores Lange’s life, probes the nature of her muses—two great men and the camera itself—and her uncompromising vision. The screening will be followed by a virtual conversation with Dyanna Taylor, filmmaker and Lange's granddaughter. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3P84uDb. Literary Gibbes: A Book Club Discussion, Dec. 2Inspired by The Bitter Years, the museum will host a book discussion on “The Worst Hard Time” by Timothy Egan. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/47ZFmap.For more information about The Bitter Years visit www.gibbesmuseum.org. 

Dec 21 - Jan 14

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Some of the finest examples of 20th century American photography are on display at the Gibbes Museum of Art, now through Jan. 14, 2024. This exhibition, The Bitter Years: Dorthea Lange and Walker Evans Photographs from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection, showcases 65 photographs by renowned American photographers who launched their careers as documentarians of the Great Depression.The Gibbes is offering special programming throughout the duration of this exhibition, and there are still three programs remaining: The Poetics of Witness, Sept. 20 Inspired by the exhibition The Bitter Years: Dorothea Lange and Walker Evans Photographs from the Martin Z. Margulies Collection, the Gibbes will host an evening with contemporary documentary photographers, scholars and poets to explore the different ways artists bear witness, creating work that inhabits the space between the personal and the political. One of the featured speakers at the event will be American poet Marjory Wentworth. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3Ppe6ej. Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning Film Screening, Oct. 1While Dorothea Lange’s haunting image The Migrant Mother is one of the most recognized photographs in the world, few know the story, struggles and profound body of work of the woman behind the camera.  Award winning cinematographer Dyanna Taylor, Lange’s granddaughter, directs and narrates this intimate documentary as it explores Lange’s life, probes the nature of her muses—two great men and the camera itself—and her uncompromising vision. The screening will be followed by a virtual conversation with Dyanna Taylor, filmmaker and Lange's granddaughter. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3P84uDb. Literary Gibbes: A Book Club Discussion, Dec. 2Inspired by The Bitter Years, the museum will host a book discussion on “The Worst Hard Time” by Timothy Egan. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/47ZFmap.For more information about The Bitter Years visit www.gibbesmuseum.org. 

Sep 20 - Jan 14

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The 2023 class of Visiting Artists features eight artists who, as part of their residency, will engage museum visitors through free, public studio hours during which guests will have the opportunity to learn about their artistic practices. “The Gibbes aims to introduce new art forms, promote creativity and connect the community with art in new and exciting ways, and our special exhibitions and Visiting Artists program both promote that goal,” says Angela Mack, executive director of the Gibbes Museum of Art. “We are excited for another year of engaging exhibitions and talented artists for our guests to experience in 2023.” Damien Stamer: Ruminations showcases new work by North Carolina-based contemporary painter, Damian Stamer. Stamer depicts barns, abandoned buildings and other vernacular structures of the rural South often in large scale, and his heavily layered canvases blur the line between abstraction and representation as they seek to express the solemn beauty of the old and overlooked. Galleries 2 & 3. Beverly McIver: Full Circle, April 28 – Aug. 4, 2023 Presenting the career arc and continued ascent of contemporary artist Beverly McIver, this survey features nearly 50 works from the last 25 years, demonstrating McIver’s bold, thematic approach to portrait painting. From her early self-portraits in clown makeup to portraits of family members and friends that provide glimpses of intimate life moments, McIver’s poignant large-scale paintings reveal her personal journey. Galleries 8 & 9. A Queer Kinship: The Art of Aubrey Beardsley and Edward Ned I.R. Jennings, Oct. 20, 2023 – March 10, 2024 A Queer Kinship: The Art of Aubrey Beardsley and Edward Ned I.R. Jennings will expand upon the lasting influence of “aesthetic fever” and the British Aestheticism Movement on the Charleston Renaissance. Focusing on the work of Charleston Renaissance artist Edward Ned I.R. Jennings, this exhibition will examine the stylistic affinity of his work to British Aesthete and famed illustrator, Aubrey Beardsley. A Queer Kinship will open new doors for exploring the LGBTQ influences on the Charleston Renaissance and one of its most original artists. Galleries 2 & 3. Visiting Artists: Session I: Feb. 20 – April 2, 2023 Austin Norvell refers to himself as a custodian of stuff. Wandering flea markets, thrift stores and storage units, he finds seemingly unimportant stuff and preserves its heritage and safeguards its legacy. Currently, Norvell is developing several series of glass sculptures and installations dealing with the concept of nostalgia in objects. Reuben Bloom has been exploring fine art photography for more than 12 years. Following a residency program, Reuben’s longtime practice of street photography led him to a sculpture and found-object-based studio practice that explores themes, materials and motifs generated by his images. Session II: May 1 – June 11, 2023 Using space and movement as materials, Robin Howard’s sculptures explore the intersections of motion and stillness, something-ness and nothing-ness and striving and contentment. Intentionally non-representational, her sculptures give the mind a place to rest. Howard uses wooden geometric shapes to construct assemblage sculptures and then adds kinetic elements with glass, clay and wood beads on wires. Ransome’s practice originates with the story of his grandparents, who were sharecroppers in North Carolina. While the pictorial narratives he creates are personal, the symbols are universal and interplay with larger social, racial, economic and political realities. All of his works are abstract, even when figurative, and he creates collages with acrylic paint and found, made and purchased papers. Session III: Aug. 28 – Oct. 8, 2023 Javonte Jenkins describes his art style as, “very surreal with cartoonist flares expressed to display the personality within each individual piece.” This ramifies through a series of powerful imagery, whimsical perspectives and compelling truths that will surely redefine modern art through new, stylized aesthetics. With a background in children’s book illustration, Nathan Durfee now uses that aesthetic to convey the nuances and complexity of the human experience. Many of his whimsical characters are faced with tough yet universal decisions, conveying a sense of security in an unsure world to the viewer. Session IV: Oct. 23 – Dec. 3, 2023 Alice Colin’s creative process aims to express emotions and thoughts through colors and patterns in a constant search for balance between shapes and shades. Colin’s inspiration comes from her travels, countries of adoption and people’s facial expressions, ultimately capturing the emotional charge, background and experience a figure can exude in her numerous portraits. Using a range of painting and drawing mediums, Elizabeth Williams combines figurative realism with expressive abstraction on oil-lined linen, panels or paper. In blending traditional portraiture with conceptual storytelling, she connects the “who” with the “why” and establishes how the figure fits into each composition. For more information about upcoming exhibitions and Visiting Artists at the Gibbes Museum of Art, visit www.gibbesmuseum.org.

May 1, 10am - 5pm

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The Gibbes Museum of Art, home to the foremost collection of American art that incorporates the story of Charleston, is inviting the community to join Listening Conversations, a public discussion around new exhibition approaches and diverse perspectives on the artwork in the museum’s permanent collection. Listening Conversations will be held at the Museum (135 Meeting Street), April 3-7, 2023. Participants should register by March 8th and will be contacted about the scheduling of Listening Conversations by March 15th.   Listening Conversations are creatively designed programs for the Museum’s exciting new initiative, CENTERING ART | VOICES. Alongside the curatorial and education teams, these unique conversations will be facilitated by Dr. Karen Chandler, Associate Professor Emerita, Arts Management Program at the College of Charleston. The initiative builds on the meaningful dialogue of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion the Museum has been engaged in over the years. Through the vision, perspectives and shared stories of a broad cross-section of our community, the project seeks to connect people through art. New visual interactions and fresh interpretations will invite transformative experiences based on the Museum’s content themes of social justice, conservation and the environment, health and wellness and innovation. “We believe art can provide transformative experiences both personally and communally,” says Executive Director Angela Mack. “Through this initiative we are hoping to engage people throughout the community and learn more about what art means to them. The program will inform how we present artwork in the museum’s collection as we plan for the 120th anniversary of the Gibbes in 2025.” To learn more and register, click here. For more information about the Gibbes Museum of Art, visit www.gibbesmuseum.org.

Apr 3 - Apr 7

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New Muse Concerts continues its fourth season on March 14th and 15th with Carnival of the Animals, a program of music for four hands on one piano in connection with Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art, an exhibition organized by the National Museum of Wildlife Art and on view at the Gibbes Museum through April 16th, 2023. “We’re thrilled to present this charming and whimsical program,” said New Muse Concerts’ Artistic Director Lydia Chernicoff. “Pianists Ronaldo Rolim and Xiaohui Yang will bring the tales of Sleeping Beauty, Tom Thumb, and a parade of fantastical animals to life. They’ll play a free preview concert at MUSC on Tuesday, March 14th, and the full program at the Gibbes Museum the next day. Tickets to Wednesday’s performance at the Gibbes include admission to the galleries, so the audience is encouraged to arrive early to see the exhibition for themselves.” Ronaldo Rolim and Xiaohui Yang piano, will perform music by Maurice Ravel, Heitor Villa-Lobos, and Camille Saint-Saëns. The schedule: Tuesday, March 14th at 6 pm FREE preview concert MUSC’s Ashley River Tower – Mezzanine, 25 Courtenay Drive, Charleston, SC 29425 Wednesday, March 15 at 6 pm The Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC To learn more, visit newmuse.org. – Founded in 2019, New Muse Concerts takes classical chamber music out of the concert hall and presents it within the context of diverse musical traditions, exploring the interplay between them, and revealing their cultural and historical connections. New Muse is dedicated to daring programming that inspires audiences to hear music — and see the world — in new ways.

Mar 15, 6pm - 8pm

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The Gibbes Museum of Art will exhibit a collection of works on loan from the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole, Wyo. from Feb. 3 – April 16, 2023. Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art includes 50 works created over the last two decades by artists including Walton Ford, Preston Singletary, Barbara Kassel, Dave Eggers, and Julie Buffalohead, that dynamically confront categorizations and speak to the significance of wildlife in art in unconventional ways. The exhibit, coinciding with Charleston’s annual Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, will be on view in the museum’s third-floor galleries. “This exhibit encourages visitors to engage and learn about new art forms and genres and advances the museum’s identified content theme of conservation and the environment,” says Angela Mack, executive director of the Gibbes Museum of Art. “Un/Natural Selections provokes visitors to consider their own relationship with the natural world as they enjoy a surprising range of aesthetic experiences.” Wild animals have been present in art since the first artists painted images on cave walls or carved figures in stone. In contemporary American art, depictions of wildlife have seen a recent resurgence. This continuum of artistic production reflects our ever-changing relationship with the natural world. Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art considers the diverse ways contemporary artists use animal imagery to address humanity’s interconnectedness with the natural world, exploring themes of tradition, politics, science and aesthetics to investigate the ways we use this imagery to tackle human concerns. The exhibition will be accompanied by a full-color catalogue produced by National Museum of Wildlife Art featuring an introductory essay by exhibition curator Tammi Hanawalt, Ph.D. The museum’s department of education and programs has curated the following lineup of programming to further examine the themes of Un/Natural Selections. Curator-led Tour of Un/Natural Selections, Feb. 8 Join the Gibbes Museum’s Director of Curatorial Affairs, Sara Arnold, for a special tour of the exhibition Un/Natural Selections. The tour is included with admission. Gibbes Film in Focus: Forest Gods, Feb. 25, March 12 & April 12 Gibbes Film in Focus series returns with a collection of handpicked films that examine man’s relationship to and impact on our natural environment. From award-winning anime to speculative futures, this series will unpack the effects of deforestation and pollution through the lens of great filmmaking. This program is made possible by the generous support of Art Bridges. The schedule is as follows: “FernGully: The Last Rainforest” – Feb. 25 “Princess Mononoke” – March 12 “Planet of the Apes” – April 12 Animal Adventures Family Day, Feb. 25 The museum will host a day full of animals, art and engaging activities for the whole family. Guests can enjoy animal pose yoga, art making, a photo booth, bunny cuddles and more. From story time in the galleries to meeting animals in the garden there will be something for everyone. For a detailed schedule of events, visit www.gibbesmuseum.org. This program is made possible by the generous support of Art Bridges and will be free to the public. K-12 Professional Development | Un/Natural Selections, March 11 Teaching artist Martha Criscuolo will present a lesson plan and detailed instructions along with a hands-on demonstration for teachers to add a dynamic activity into the classroom, inspired by Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art. This series is sponsored by the South Carolina Arts Commission, the Gibbes Women’s Council, The Mark Elliot Motley Foundation, the Post and Courier Foundation, Volvo and individual donors. Carnival of the Animals: A New Muse Concert, March 15 The Gibbes will host a performance of music for piano with four hands inspired by the museum’s exhibition, Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art. The concert, by pianists Ronaldo Rolim and Xiaohui Yang, will bring the tales of Sleeping Beauty, Tom Thumb and a parade of fantastical animals to life. For Which it Stands: Art and Conservation, April 5 The Gibbes will hold a panel discussion on what role the arts play in advancing conversations about the environment and conservation. This series will discuss what defines the tradition of wildlife art and how the field is changing with the advent of social media. Ornithologists, conservationists, artists and authors with an interest in wildlife art will join this panel discussion. This program is made possible by the generous support of Art Bridges. Bird Illustration Workshop with Isaiah Scott, April 8 Join Cornell ornithology student and natural history illustrator, Isaiah Scott—known on Instagram by his over 40,000 followers as @ikesbirdinghikes—for a workshop on bird and natural history illustration. Scott is the recipient of the prestigious Don and Virginia Eckelberry Endowment. His goal is to research and illustrate a cultural and field guide to the historic Gullah Geechee Culture Heritage Corridor. This program is made possible by the generous support of Art Bridges. Additional Family Resources Additional family resources will be available for guests to enjoy while visiting the exhibition and will be included with admission. For more information about Un/Natural Selections: Wildlife in Contemporary Art, visit www.gibbesmuseum.org.

Feb 3 - Apr 18

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The Gibbes Museum of Art has announced the return of Art Charleston, a five-day festival of visual art from April 26 – 30, 2023. The festival, made up of numerous programs and events, celebrates Charleston’s strong and diverse human stories through the visual arts. In its second year, Art Charleston will continue to inspire and challenge the community to imagine, question, explore and recognize how art pushes the boundaries for all that is possible. “Art is powerful and challenges one’s perspective, imagination and beliefs. Art can be both a safe space to discuss challenging topics and a space to welcome innovation,” says Angela Mack, executive director of the Gibbes Museum of Art. “We hope guests to this year’s festival will engage with artists, discover boundary-pushing artwork and enjoy experiences that make them recognize art is the reason.” Art Charleston’s 2023 lineup of events is as follows:   Art of Design, Wednesday, April 26 Partner and Creative Director of United Talent Agency Fine Arts & Artist Space, Arthur Lewis, will be the featured speaker for Art of Design. This glorious daytime lunch and lecture will take place in the museum’s classical European-style Lenhardt Garden. With a new UTA satellite office opening in Atlanta and plans to debut the UTA Artist Space gallery there this year, the charismatic Lewis stands poised to make a definitive impact on the South’s art scene. Tickets go on sale for this event on Feb. 28 for $150 each   Gibbes on the Street, Thursday, April 27 The museum will once again celebrate the city’s extraordinary culinary scene at the annual Gibbes on the Street, a lively, experiential street fair backdropped by the museum’s Beaux Arts-style building. Stretching across one block of Meeting Street in front of the museum, the event will feature more than 15 of Charleston’s most extraordinary chefs serving sweet and savory dishes, an open bar and live music. Guests will be captivated by the sights and sounds of this unique event under a beautiful Charleston night sky. Tickets go on sale for this event on Feb. 28 and are $175 for members or $200 for non-members.  Beverly McIver in Conversation, Friday, April 28 The museum will host a lunch and interview with renowned artist Beverly McIver and exhibition curator Kim Bogany celebrating the opening of Beverly McIver: Full Circle. The special exhibition, on view at the Gibbes from April 28 – Aug. 6, 2023, presents the career arc and continued ascent of contemporary artist Beverly McIver. Featuring nearly 50 works from the last 25 years, this exhibition survey  demonstrates the diversity of the artist’s bold thematic approach to portrait painting. Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, McIver is nationally recognized for her dramatic autobiographical portraits and is currently the Ebenshade Professor of the Practice in Studio Arts at Duke University. Tickets for this event are $45 for members and $55 for non-members   Live at the Gibbes, Friday, April 28 New to the Art Charleston calendar is Live at the Gibbes, an intimate cocktail event paired with a one-of-a-kind musical performance by two-time Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble Ranky Tanky. The classically designed Lenhardt Garden and Fellows Reception Hall will be transformed into a cabaret setting for enjoying this concert with libations and lite bites. A Gullah phrase meaning “get funky,” Ranky Tanky has achieved many firsts for South Carolina’s Gullah community since its formation by earning yet another Grammy Nomination for Best Regional Roots Music Album in 2022. Ranky Tanky’s style of music has been described as, “soulful honey to the ears” by NPR. Self-described global ambassadors, Ranky Tanky performers are passionate about their local culture and community, helping to faithfully preserve the traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery that are kept alive through the present day. This is a sponsored event only and will not have tickets available for purchase.   Artistic Visionaries Panel, Saturday, April 29 Join the Gibbes for a panel discussion highlighting artists working on the edge, leading the way and showing that art is anything but static. This panel will feature artists working with NFTs and digital arts, pushing the boundaries of what art is and who is classified as an artist. Tickets for this event are $30 for members and $40 for non-members   Artisan Fair, Sunday, April 30 Capping off a week of celebrating the visual arts, the museum will host an Artisan Fair for guests to shop a curated selection of artist vendors. With up to 40 skilled makers of all disciplines, there will be nothing short of unique finds. This event will be free and open to the public. Art Charleston is sponsored by Garden & Gun, Beemok Hospitality and The Peninsula of Charleston.  Limited amount of corporate sponsorship opportunities are still available. More information can be found here. For more information about Art Charleston, please visit www.gibbesmuseum.org…. Share on

Apr 26 - Apr 30

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The Gibbes Museum of Art has announced the return of Art Charleston, a five-day festival of visual art from April 26 – 30, 2023. The festival, made up of numerous programs and events, celebrates Charleston’s strong and diverse human stories through the visual arts. In its second year, Art Charleston will continue to inspire and challenge the community to imagine, question, explore and recognize how art pushes the boundaries for all that is possible. “Art is powerful and challenges one’s perspective, imagination and beliefs. Art can be both a safe space to discuss challenging topics and a space to welcome innovation,” says Angela Mack, executive director of the Gibbes Museum of Art. “We hope guests to this year’s festival will engage with artists, discover boundary-pushing artwork and enjoy experiences that make them recognize art is the reason.” Art Charleston’s 2023 lineup of events is as follows:   Art of Design, Wednesday, April 26 Partner and Creative Director of United Talent Agency Fine Arts & Artist Space, Arthur Lewis, will be the featured speaker for Art of Design. This glorious daytime lunch and lecture will take place in the museum’s classical European-style Lenhardt Garden. With a new UTA satellite office opening in Atlanta and plans to debut the UTA Artist Space gallery there this year, the charismatic Lewis stands poised to make a definitive impact on the South’s art scene. Tickets go on sale for this event on Feb. 28 for $150 each   Gibbes on the Street, Thursday, April 27 The museum will once again celebrate the city’s extraordinary culinary scene at the annual Gibbes on the Street, a lively, experiential street fair backdropped by the museum’s Beaux Arts-style building. Stretching across one block of Meeting Street in front of the museum, the event will feature more than 15 of Charleston’s most extraordinary chefs serving sweet and savory dishes, an open bar and live music. Guests will be captivated by the sights and sounds of this unique event under a beautiful Charleston night sky. Tickets go on sale for this event on Feb. 28 and are $175 for members or $200 for non-members. Purchase tickets here.   Beverly McIver in Conversation, Friday, April 28 The museum will host a lunch and interview with renowned artist Beverly McIver and exhibition curator Kim Bogany celebrating the opening of Beverly McIver: Full Circle. The special exhibition, on view at the Gibbes from April 28 – Aug. 6, 2023, presents the career arc and continued ascent of contemporary artist Beverly McIver. Featuring nearly 50 works from the last 25 years, this exhibition survey  demonstrates the diversity of the artist’s bold thematic approach to portrait painting. Born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, McIver is nationally recognized for her dramatic autobiographical portraits and is currently the Ebenshade Professor of the Practice in Studio Arts at Duke University. Tickets for this event are $45 for members and $55 for non-members and can be purchased here.   Live at the Gibbes, Friday, April 28 New to the Art Charleston calendar is Live at the Gibbes, an intimate cocktail event paired with a one-of-a-kind musical performance by two-time Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble Ranky Tanky. The classically designed Lenhardt Garden and Fellows Reception Hall will be transformed into a cabaret setting for enjoying this concert with libations and lite bites. A Gullah phrase meaning “get funky,” Ranky Tanky has achieved many firsts for South Carolina’s Gullah community since its formation by earning yet another Grammy Nomination for Best Regional Roots Music Album in 2022. Ranky Tanky’s style of music has been described as, “soulful honey to the ears” by NPR. Self-described global ambassadors, Ranky Tanky performers are passionate about their local culture and community, helping to faithfully preserve the traditions originated by African Americans in the coastal South during slavery that are kept alive through the present day. This is a sponsored event only and will not have tickets available for purchase.   Artistic Visionaries Panel, Saturday, April 29 Join the Gibbes for a panel discussion highlighting artists working on the edge, leading the way and showing that art is anything but static. This panel will feature artists working with NFTs and digital arts, pushing the boundaries of what art is and who is classified as an artist. Tickets for this event are $30 for members and $40 for non-members and can be purchased here.   Artisan Fair, Sunday, April 30 Capping off a week of celebrating the visual arts, the museum will host an Artisan Fair for guests to shop a curated selection of artist vendors. With up to 40 skilled makers of all disciplines, there will be nothing short of unique finds. This event will be free and open to the public. Art Charleston is sponsored by Garden & Gun, Beemok Hospitality and The Peninsula of Charleston.  Limited amount of corporate sponsorship opportunities are still available. More information can be found here. For more information about Art Charleston, please visit www.gibbesmuseum.org…. Share on

Apr 26 - Apr 30

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The Gibbes Museum of Art welcomes new exhibits for 2023 - This year’s lineup at the Gibbes Museum of Art will cover an array of topics and encourage visitors to engage with new art forms and genres. “We are excited for another year of engaging exhibitions and talented artists for our guests to experience in 2023,” said Angela Mack, executive director of the museum.

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Bo Bartlett: Earthly Matters - Acclaimed for his paintings that explore modern American life and culture, contemporary artist Bo Bartlett follows the traditions of American realists. His larger-than-life scenes break down barriers between the subjects on canvas and the viewers at the exhibit Bo Bartlett: Earthly Matters.

Sep 9 - Jan 15

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Acclaimed for his large-scale paintings that explore modern American life and cultural heritage, contemporary artist Bo Bartlett follows the traditions of American Realists during Earthly Matters. His larger-than-life scenes break down the barriers between the subjects on canvas and the viewers.

Sep 9 - Jan 15

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The Gibbes Museum of Art is bringing back their popular Gibbes on the Street culinary street fair on Thursday, May 12th. Over 15 restaurants from the Charleston area will serve tasty bite at the festival being held on Meeting Street, backdropped by the Gibbes’ Beaux-Arts style façade. In addition to food, there will be an open bar and live music.

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The Gibbes Museum of Art has announced a new annual festival of visual art, Art Charleston, which will take place from May 9th to 13th. Four main events, the Amy P. Coy Forum, Art of Design, Soirée, and Gibbes on the Street, will anchor the festival celebrating creative freedom.

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TICKET DISCOUNT: The South Carolina Historical Society Museum (SCHS) and the Gibbes Museum of Art announced the launch of “The Good Neighbor Pass,” a joint ticket that grants access to both museums from February 1st through April 30th.

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The Gibbes Museum of Art will be holding its annual Antique Stroll in a new format with enhanced COVID-19 safety measures. Guests will stroll through the museum’s large indoor spaces where Charleston’s top antique dealers and designers will have items on display. Capacity is limited to allow for proper social distancing, and a mask or comparable face covering is required. Visitors will be organized into small groups with timed visits to each vendor. This year's vendors include: Tucker Payne Antiques, Birlant’s, John Pope Antiques, Fritz Porter, and The Silver Vault. This year, Pamela Brown with Old Hat Vintage in Park Circle will also be bringing her expertise as a vintage collector and upholsterer to the stroll. The event will be held on December 2nd, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Tickets are $25 members and $35 for non-members.

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ART OF JAZZ SERIES: Peter Kfoury on June 23rd at 6:00PM! Trio Peter Kfoury is a Lebanese-American who grew up listening to Middle Eastern music. He has played not only the traditional Arabic music, but has used all American melting pot influences to develop a unique style that fuses Middle Eastern music with jazz, pop, and funk. He presents a varied program with beautiful songs, original material and classics in a melodic and percussive style. $30 Members | $40 Non-Members

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The Gibbes Museum of Art will host a hip-hop concert to mark the conclusion of their momentous special exhibition Romare Bearden: Abstraction. “Improvised: A Hip-Hop Experience,” the first ever hip-hop concert held by the museum, will take place on Friday, January 7th, 2022 at 6 pm, ahead of the exhibition closing on January 9th. Hosted by local on-air personality Kris Kaylin, the concert will feature local and emerging artists Mike Brown, Benny Starr, and Alayssa Thomas, whose performances will be responses to the works in the Romare Bearden exhibition.

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The Art of Jazz Series is one of Charleston Jazz’s most popular annual programs presented in partnership with the Gibbes Museum of Art.  Celebrated local musicians compose original works inspired by the art on display at the museum. Heather Rice is a Charleston based artist known for her powerful voice and intelligent songwriting. She is an opener for Joan Osborne, Sheryl Crow, and Lady Antebellum. She co-wrote “Like Make Believe” for Hootie and the Blowfish artist, Mark Bryan and was a featured performer in the Las Vegas smash hit and Drama Desk Award-winning show, Toxic Audio. Heather Rice heads Red Lion Recording, her independent record label, where she releases her original music.   Heather Rice – Vocals / Keyboard Tyler Ross – Guitar Stuart White – Drums

Jul 19, 6pm - 7pm