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Chuna McIntyre performance in the Visions of the West GalleryStafford Lyons performing in the Indian GalleryA performance of 'The Raven' in the Visions of the West GalleryThe Tumbleweeds performing in the Orientation Gallery
 
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Free on Sundays
Enjoy fine art, free family fun, shopping and dining everyday at the Museum,
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Current Special Exhibitions

 Zuni Governor, Edward S. Curtis Photograhps by Edward S. Curtis &
Early Explorer Artists
Visiting Exhibition Galleries
Now through May 9, 2010


2010 Exhibitions and Programs

Temporary Exhibitions

January 15 - May 9, 2010
Human / Nature: Artists as Explorers in the Early American West & The Photographs of Edward Sheriff Curtis from the collection of the Rockwell Museum of Western Art

May 19, 2010 - January 9, 2011
21st Century Regionalists: The Art of the Next West

November 26 - December 31, 2010
Toys from the collection of the Rockwell Museum of Western Art - Holiday exhibition

Student Exhibits

March 3 - May 23, 2010
Identity and the Artist: High School Learning Center Student Exhibit, Corning-Painted Post Area School District

April 1 - May 31, 2010
Imaginary Rodeo: Fourth Grade, Corning-Painted Post Area School District

June 17 - September 10, 2010
Photography: Corning Free Academy Middle School Student Exhibit, Corning-Painted Post Area School District

November 1 - November 19, 2010
El Dia de Los Muertos Student Altar: Area Middle School Spanish Classes (The Day of the Dead is a festival of "welcome" for the souls of the dead and is an ancient tradition traced to the Aztec civilization and Mexico.

JANUARY

Friday, January 22, 2010
Musicians' Choice
Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes Chamber Music
7:30 p.m., Visions of the West Gallery - Rockwell Museum of Western Art
For tickets, please call 607.936.2873 or visit www.osfl.org

Free on Sundays now through April 25, 2010

FEBRUARY

Friday, February 5, 2010
First Fridays: Connect with the Museum!

First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Artists on the Edge
Edward Sheriff Curtis
A Lecture by Heather Fryer, PhD, Creighton University
5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. - Refreshments
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Program
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333

Friday, February 26, 2010
Due to winter weather conditions,
The Tumbleweeds concert has been rescheduled for
Wednesday, April 14
Music in the Galleries: The Tumbleweeds
Cowboy songs and ballads with the Lanahan family
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Refreshments
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Concert
Reservations required • 607.974.2333

Free on Sundays now through April 25, 2010
MARCH

Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Identity and the Artist
Student Exhibit Opening Reception
High School Learning Center, Corning-Painted Post Area School District, an alternative academic program housed at Corning Community College
5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333
Exhibit dates: March 3 - May 23

Friday, March 5, 2010
First Fridays:  Connect with the Museum!

First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Artists on the Edge Lecture Series
George Catlin
A Lecture by Jeffrey W. Allison, Paul Mellon Collection Educator, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. - Refreshments
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Program
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333

Friday, March 19, 2010
Enless Mountain Music Festival Collaboration
Sweet Plantain String Quartet
A refreshingly new string quartet, artfully fusing Western classical traditions with hip hop, jazz, and Latin rhythms
7 p.m.
Reservations Required • Capacity is limited
570.787.7800 or www.endlessmountain.net
Proceeds benefit the Endless Mountain Music Festival Summer Concert at The Corning Museum of Gla

Women Artists in the Rockwell Museum of Western Art Collection
30-Minute Highlight Tour with a Museum Docent - Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Every Tuesday in the month of March, 2010 • 1 p.m. • Handouts will also be available daily for self-guided tours • Open to the public • No reservations required • Tour participants will receive 10% off in the Museum's Trading Post Shop • 111 Cedar Street, Downtown Corning • www.rockwellmuseum.org

Free on Sundays now through April 25, 2010

APRIL

Thursday, April 1, 2010
Imaginary Rodeo
Student Exhibit Opening Reception
Fourth Grade, Corning-Painted Post Area School District
5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333
Exhibit dates: April 1 - May 31

Free on Sundays now through April 25, 2010

MAY

Friday, May 7, 2010
First Fridays: Connect with the Museum!

First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Member Opening Reception
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
21st Century Regionalists: The Art of the Next West
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333
Exhibition dates: May 19, 2010 - January 9, 2011

Friday, May 28, 2010
Corning, New York GlassFest
Rockwell Museum of Western Art
5 p.m. - 8 p.m. - Open House

Summer hours begin Friday, May 28
9 a.m. - 8 p.m., every day

JUNE

Friday, June 4, 2010
Kids Rock at the Rockwell! Free family-oriented gallery activities!
Family First Fridays will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Music, Margaritas & Sunsets on the Terrace
Featuring Virgil Cain, performing music influenced by Billy Joel, Paul Simon, & Dave Matthews.
5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Space is limited. Reservations preferred. 607.974.2333

Thursday, June 17, 2010
Middle School Student Photography Exhibit
Student Exhibit Opening Reception
Corning Free Academy Middle School, Corning-Painted Post Area School District
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Reservations preferred • 607.974.2333
Exhibit dates: June 17 - September 10, 2010

JULY

Friday, July 2, 2010
Kids Rock at the Rockwell! Free family-oriented gallery activities!
Family First Fridays will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Music, Margaritas & Sunsets on the Terrace
Featuring Top Shelf, performing a blend of contemporary jazz, swing, pop, rhythm and blues.
5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Space is limited. Reservations preferred. 607.974.2333

AUGUST

Friday, August 6, 2010
Kids Rock at the Rockwell! Free family-oriented gallery activities!
Family First Fridays will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Music, Margaritas & Sunsets on the Terrace
Featuring The Lucky Ducks, performing jitterbug, blues, and soft rock.
5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Space is limited. Reservations preferred. 607.974.2333

SEPTEMBER

Friday, September 3, 2010
First Fridays:  Connect with the Rockwell!
First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Regular Museum hours resume
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., every day

OCTOBER

Friday, October 1, 2010
First Fridays: Connect with the Rockwell!

First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday, November 7, 2010
El Dia de los Muertos
Celebration, demonstration and art-making activity
Time: TBD
Reservations: TBD

NOVEMBER

Friday, November 5, 2010
First Fridays: Connect with the Rockwell!

First Friday of each month will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Sunday, November 7, 2010
Free Sundays begin through April 24, 2011

Monday, November 8, 2010
2nd Annual Founders' Day
Free Admission in honor of the birthday of the Museum's Founding Collector,
Robert "Bob" F. Rockwell, Jr.

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day.

November 26 - December 31, 2010
Toys from the collection of the Rockwell Museum of Western Art Holiday Exhibition

 

DECEMBER

Friday, December 3, 2010
First Fridays: Connect with the Rockwell!

First Fridays will provide an opportunity for the community to enjoy the Museum's permanent collection through various types of programs, events and tours.
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 4, 2010
Family Sparkle and Jewelry Trunk Show and Sale
Holiday Open House
Time: TBD

November 26 - December 31
Toys from the collection of the Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Holiday Exhibition

Free on Sundays now through April 24, 2011!

The Museum is closed December 25 and January 1.

Note: Museum events are subject to change in date, time, or cost. It is always best to call the museum at 607-974-2333 to verify information.

 

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