For Immediate Release
April 12, 2004
Contact:
Brent Sverdloff, 781/259-3628, bsverdloff@decordova.org
Joby DeCoster, 781/259-3663, jdecoster@decordova.org
DeCordova's 19th Annual Art in the Park Festival and Art Sale
Sunday, June 13, 2004 from 10 am to 5 pm
LINCOLN, MA—Kick off the summer by spending it outdoors at DeCordova's 19th Annual Art in the Park Festival and Art Sale! Peruse and purchase unique, handmade artworks by over 100 New England artists. Let your creative impulses flow by participating in art activities including origami, T-shirt painting, small-scale sculpture, and more! Enjoy culturally rich performances that span Celtic, jazz, gospel, and Caribbean musical influences, as well as a high energy stunt and comedy routine.
Art in the Park is free for Members and Corporate Members; $10 for adults and children 15 and up; $8 for seniors and children 2-14; age 2 and under are admitted free. Admission includes entry into the Museum. No passes are accepted for this event, and no pets are allowed. All parking is free and at Reservoir Place in Waltham (Exit 28 off of Route 128). For directions and complete details about the event, go to www.decordova.org and click on "Art in the Park."
Since DeCordova began Art in the Park in 1985, it has evolved into one of the largest outdoor art sales in Greater Boston. Over 100 of New England's finest artists and artisans are selected for their original high quality designs. A variety of artwork in a range of prices will be for sale, including paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, and photographs. You will also find one-of-a-kind crafts in both contemporary and traditional styles, including ceramics, hand-blown glass, furniture, jewelry, fiber art, and more.
Art in the Park Festival visitors will enjoy a day filled with music, children's performances, hands-on art activities, and food. Hands-on art stations for both children and adults will be located throughout the Park. Among these activities are:
- Small-scale sculpture—use an exciting variety of materials to create a mini-sculpture of your own!
- Face Painting—What festival would be complete without a heart, butterfly, or lightning bolt painted tattoo?!
- T-Shirt Painting—Experience the fun of wearable art by creating a one-of-a-kind painted T-shirt with fabric paints. $4.00 per T-shirt.
- Origami—Following simple patterns, make a design through paper folding and add it to our community display!
- Gold Foil Art—Make intricate and beautiful patterns by embossing and distressing your own square of foil!
- Create-A-Card with the Gropius House—Using different media, customize your own greeting card from start to finish!
Each year, DeCordova strives to find experienced and emerging regional musicians and performers to entertain, delight, and amuse Festival visitors. Art in the Park 2004 performers include:
- THE SYMBOLICS—This contemporary Celtic duo's lively melodies will transport you to Ireland.
- LARRY WATSON—Master teacher, brilliant songwriter, and veteran performer, Watson is a soulful messenger whose velvety smooth vocals will enthrall one and all.
- THE JIM SHOW—High energy stunt comedy at its finest, this one-man show features impressive juggling, precarious balancing, and off-the-wall humor suitable for all ages.
- THE SONYA KITCHELL BAND—Let yourself be captivated by the hauntingly beautiful songs of this young singer, whom The Boston Globe has described as "a cross between Norah Jones and Natalie Merchant."
- OWEN PLANT—Mellow out to this inspiring solo artist who writes, arranges, and performs touching original acoustic pop with a danceable upbeat Caribbean flavor.
When their appetites strike, visitors can choose from a variety of food and drink options. Art in the Park features a multitude of culinary delights—everything from Middle Eastern fare to mouth-watering barbecue to cooling frozen treats, in addition to a wide array of appealing vegetarian and gourmet lunch items. Visitors are also welcome to bring their own picnic lunches.
No parking will be allowed on Museum grounds or in Lincoln. Instead, Boston Properties will provide free parking at Reservoir Place, located at the Trapelo Road/Lincoln exit (Exit 28) off Route 128/I-95. Doherty's Garage in Lincoln will provide free shuttle service between DeCordova and Reservoir Place from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Art in the Park is supported in part by the Belmont, Harvard, Littleton, and Pepperell Cultural Councils, local agencies supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. The event is also supported in part by Cognos Corporation and Tofias PC.
General Information
DeCordova Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm and on selected Monday holidays. Admission is $6 per person, $4 for senior citizens, students, and youth ages 6-12. Children age 5 and under, Lincoln residents, and Active Duty Military Personnel and their dependents are admitted free. The Sculpture Park is open year round during daylight hours and is free. The Store @ DeCordova and the School Gallery are open Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 7:30 pm, Friday through Saturday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, and Sunday 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. The Café @ DeCordova is open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm. Free guided public tours of the Museum's main galleries take place every Thursday at 1 and Sunday at 2 pm. Free tours of the Sculpture Park are given on Saturday and Sunday at 1 pm from May to October. Visit www.decordova.org or call 781/259-8355 for further information.
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