Art
We are a group of engaging, curious, artappreciating women who enjoy and appreciate art, and inspire and encourage each other to create art. Some, but not all, participate in the Art Section’s UMWC Annual Art Show. We have access to special art-related tours, events, and/ or speakers. We welcome everyone interested to join us! Reservations are required to attend events, as indicated.
Are you an artist?
If you create two-or-three-dimensional works of art, you are invited to display your work in the UMWC's 32nd Annual Member Art Show at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 2136 Carter Avenue, St. Paul.
The show begins with an opening reception on Tuesday, April 16, at 3 p.m. and ends on Tuesday, May 30.
Click the link to learn more about the show and how to submit your Intent to Exhibit Form.
32nd Annual Member Art Show Information and Intent to Exhibit form
Chair: Abby Marier
Secretary: Bonnie Marten
Membership and Treasurer: Roz Anderson
Photographer: Judy Peters
Art Show Coordinators: Jane LaFroth, Carol Lowe
Meetings: Third Thursday, unless starred**
Time: 10:00 am unless starred* Arrive by 9:45 am
Dues: Five Dollars
If you are interested in attending an event or program contact the coordinator or send an email to umwc@umn.edu requesting contact information.
2023-2024 Programs
Sept. 21-Norway House Building Tour and Two Rivers Gallery Exhibit
View building addition and Two Rivers American Indian Exhibit.
Location; 913 Franklin Ave E, Minneapolis
Time: 10:00 am
Cost: $10 per person, pay at tour
Coordinator: Janet Robb
Reservations: Kersten Beckstrom
**Sept. 27 -The Museum of Russian Art
A private tour of a unique exhibit (Exhibit to be announced later.)
Location: 5500 Stevens Ave, Minneapolis
*Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $12 seniors, pay at tour
Coordinator: Barbara Owens
Reservations: Abby Marier
**Oct 5- Cafesjian Art Trust Museum
“Highlights of the Collection” tour —— Limited to 25 —— Location 4600 Churchill St., Shoreview
*Time: 1:00 pm
Cost: Free
Coordinator: Patti Cohen
Reservations: Abby Marier
**Nov. 14-ART STUDIO OPEN HOUSE
Marian S. Adcock, award-winning botanical artist and animal portraitist (colored pencil), Art Section member, and owner of Stonebridge Fine Art LLC, has graciously invited us for two guided tours of her art and studio in her condo. Limited to 8 persons each time.
Location: 1940 Fulham Street, Roseville
*Time: 9:30 am or 11:00 am
Cost: Free
Registration: (first come basis): Abby Marier
Please indicate either 9:30 or 11:00 am
Nov. 16-Minnesota Museum of American Art: The “M”
Explore the new “M” Gallery Expansion and the Hazel Belvo exhibit.
Location: 350 Robert St N, St. Paul
Time: 10:00 am
Cost: $10 per person, pay at tour
Coordinator: Janet Robb
Reservations: Judy Peters
Feb. 15 -What is Art? What is Design? (Zoom presentation)
Marilyn DeLong, Prof. Emeritus and Art Section member, will explore “the creative urge which can emerge in each one of us.” This will be a fascinating discussion about Art vs. Design. What is it? What makes us respond to Art and why?
Time: 10:00 am
Cost: Free
Coordinator, Zoom Registration: Marilyn DeLong
**MARCH (Date TBA)
Inspired by books with the Modern Fiction Section, a private tour that relates works of art to a popular book. For the best experience read the book (title TBA) before the tour, but reading it is not required to participate.
Location: Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 Third Avenue S, Minneapolis
*Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $10 per person, pay at tour
Coordinators: Jenny Bach, Jocelyn Kuo
Reservations: Abby Marier (required 2 weeks prior to the event)
**Apr 16-May 30 UMWC Art Exhibit
Set-up April 15
Location: St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 2136 Carter Ave, St. Paul
*Time: Reception, April 16, 3:00-5:00 pm
Cost: Free
Coordinators: Carol Lowe, Jane LaFroth
**April Art In Bloom-Two days. Dates to be announced.
A tour of the joyful pairing of flower arrangements and unique pieces of art in the museum’s collection.
Location: Minneapolis Institute of Art
Time: 10:00 am check-in; tour leaves at 10:15 sharp
Cost: Free
Coordinator: Georgia Heisserer
Reservations: Day 1 - Barb Cady; Day 2 - Diane Iverson
**May 8-Art Walk On Campus with Around the Campus Section
**May 9 Rain date
We will walk about one hour to see public art on the West Bank using the Weismann Museum’s guide.
Location: West Bank
*Time 1:00 pm
Cost: Free
Coordinator: Rolaine Wright
Reservations: Abby Marier