February 2016 Events at the Neuberger Museum of Art

February 11, 2016, 4:30 - 6:00 pm

On Power, Visibility, and Violence: A Dialog with Daniel Joseph Martinez and Steven Lam

Daniel Joseph Martinez is an artist and Professor at UCal, Irvine. His critical, provocative projects probe issues of race and sociopolitical frictions in American society. The artist will discuss his practice and the power of culture in an era of permanent war with Purchase College School of Art+Design Director and “After 1965” curator Steven Lam.

Free for Neuberger Circle Level Members; $10 general admission.

February 13, 2016, 1 - 4 pm

Africa Family Day

Families can check out the museum’s collection of African art and celebrate Black History Month. Come hear master storyteller Dr. Joyce Duncan, participate in a photography workshop, and enjoy light refreshments and music.

Free for Neuberger Family Circle Members and above. Non-members: $10 per child 18 and under, adults free.

February 17, 2016, 6:30 - 8 pm

Handmade: Craft, Material, and Skill in Contemporary Art

Glenn Adamson, Director of New York’s Museum of Arts and Design, and Jennifer Scanlan, independent curator and lecturer at Parsons, analyze and contextualize the work of Liza Lou, one of a growing number of contemporary artists who use methods and materials traditionally associated with craft. Moderated by Purchase College professor Sarah Warren.

Free for Neuberger Circle Level Members; $10 general admission.

February 24, 2016, 6-8 pm

From Darkroom to Daylight

Join photographer, author, and filmmaker Harvey Wang for a screening of his new documentary film “From Darkroom to Daylight.” In this project, Wang explores the shift in photographic technology from film to digital practices. Through interviews with 40+ prominent figures in the field of photography, Wang explores this monumental shift in practice.

Free for Neuberger Circle Level Members; $10 general admission.

The Museum is located at 735 Anderson Hill Road in Purchase, N.Y. (Westchester)

914-251-6100

www.neuberger.org

Museum Hours

Tuesday, Thursday through Sunday, 12 noon to 5 pm

Wednesdays 12 noon to 8 pm

Closed Mondays and major holidays

Group tours by appointment only on Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 am to 12 noon

For persons with special needs, designated parking is available at the south end

of the Museum building. Call ahead for wheelchair accommodations.

Walk-in Public Tours

Tuesday–Friday, Gallery Talk, 1 pm

Sunday, Topic Tour, 2 pm

Sunday, Gallery Talk, 3 pm

Gallery talks offer fresh insights into the Museum’s special exhibitions and permanent collection, while Topic Tours explore different aspects of the permanent collection.

Museum Store

Open during Museum hours. The store features a broad selection of art books,

art cards, handcrafted jewelry, children’s items and one-of-a-kind limited edition gifts.

Admission

$5.00 General Public

$3.00 Seniors

Free admission for Museum members, children 12 and under, and Purchase College students, faculty, and staff

Directions

The Neuberger Museum of Art is easily accessible by car or bus, and may also be reached by Metro-North. By car: From the North or South - take the Hutchinson River Parkway to Exit 28. Head north on Lincoln Avenue to Anderson Hill Road. Turn right onto Anderson Hill Road. Left at first traffic light into Purchase College campus. From 684 - take Exit 2 South on Route 120 to Anderson Hill Road. Turn left onto Anderson Hill to 2nd traffic light. Turn left at Purchase College campus. From the East - take Route 287 (Cross Westchester Expressway) to Exit 8E. Take second left over Expressway onto Anderson Hill Road. Follow signs to SUNY Purchase.

Handicap Parking

On the Purchase College campus, park in Parking Lot #1 and proceed to the underpass at the Performing Arts Center. The handicap elevator is located across from the entrance to the Performing Arts Center. Take the elevator to the second level, then exit to the left. The entrance to the museum is located diagonally across, about a city block away.

Photo: Ekpo Mask.