Norman Rockwell Museum Announces Upcoming Events for December
Stockbridge, Mass. - Norman Rockwell Museum announces a lively series of events for the month of December. Activities include special holiday vacation week workshops for families, other family-friendly events, and a talk by noted illustrator Murray Tinkelman tied to our new exhibition, "Over the Top: American Posters from World War I." All events are free for children, and free for adults with regular Museum admission.Family Events
"A Seasonal Sing-along for Families"
Saturday, December 6, 4 to 7 p.m.
Enjoy art-making, heart-warming treats, songs of celebration, and the wonder of Norman Rockwell's art. At 5 p.m., performance artist David Polansky will lead a seasonal sing-along with favorite songs from Chanukah and Christmas, and original music inspired by the season.
Holiday Week Art Making Workshops
Friday, December 26 through Wednesday, December 31, 1 to 4 p.m.
This festive week of drop-in art workshops will offer families the opportunity to unwind following the busy holiday season. All materials will be provided; bring your creativity.
Art in Action
Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m.
Visit the Museum's Sunday afternoon drop-in art workshops this month for projects inspired by the art of Norman Rockwell and the exhibition "Over the Top: American Posters from World War I."
Talks and Exhibitions
Tuesday Afternoon Gallery Talk
"Illustration of 1910-1920"
Tuesday, December 9, 1:30 p.m.
Learn about illustration created during the early twentieth century with professional illustrator Murray Tinkelman. This special gallery talk is being held in conjunction with the exhibition "Over the Top: American Posters from World War I."
New Exhibition
"Over the Top: American Posters from World War I"
On view through January 25, 2009
View the inspiring series of illustrated posters that made an important and lasting contribution to America's successful war effort during World War I.
Admission Details
Norman Rockwell Museum is open daily. From November through April, general public admission is $14 for adults, $12.50 for seniors, $10 for college students, and free for visitors 18 and under (five per adult). Kids Free Every Day is a gift to families from Country Curtains, Blantyre, and The Red Lion Inn. This winter, the Museum welcomes visitors with free admission on Tuesdays. Weekday hours from November through April are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and weekend/holiday hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Orientation talks are available daily, beginning on the hour. Antenna Audio Tour of select paintings from the Museum's permanent Norman Rockwell collection is available.
For more information, the public is invited to call 413.298.4100, ext. 220. Visit the Museum's Web site at http://www.nrm.org.
