World Class Exhibits
Bringing the Philippines to Memphis in May of 2012
Each year, Memphis in May brings exciting and alluring exhibits from the honored country to local museums, galleries, and public spaces, providing PEOPLE OF THE MID-SOUTH with the opportunity to experience international culture first-hand. Exhibits are on display on May 1 - 31 of each year.
“Revolution Revisited”
This photography exhibit by Kim Komenich captures the historic “people power” revolt in the Philippines that brought an end to the regime of President Ferdinand E. Marcos and swept Corazon C. Aquino into power. During the period leading to the People Power Revolution, Komenich was a photographer for the San Francisco Examiner and this assignment garnered him the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for Spot News Photography
National Civil Rights Museum
(901) 521-9699 · 450 Mulberry Street
May 1-May 31, 2012
Monday – Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm Sundays: 1 pm – 5 pm (closed Tuesdays)
ADMISSION: Adults - $13, Seniors - $11, Students w/id - $11, Children (4-7) - $9.50, Children 3 & Under –Free, Monday after 3 pm – Free
www.civilrightsmuseum.org
The Corregidor Island Story
Historical and informative exhibit outlines the importance the tiny island played during World War II. Exhibit includes artifacts from life on the island during the key time periods and influential battles. Explore the history of Corregidor, Malinta Tunnel, Gen. Douglas MacArthur and the remarkable determination of Filipino and American soldiers.
Mississippi River Museum at Mud Island
(901) 576-7230 ·125 N Front St
May 1 – May 31, 2012
10 am – 5 pm ADMISSION: Adults - $10, Seniors ( 60+) - $9, Children (5-12)- $7, Children under 4 – Free
www.mudisland.com
Floating Warps and Guiding Heddles: Philippine Textiles from the Museo Ilocos Norte, Luzon
Remarkable for their rich coloring and bold designs, hand-woven textiles are an important part of the long, varied cultural heritage of The Philippines. Long famous for their fine cotton textiles, particularly their damasks made with the floating warp technique or those woven with multiple heddles—the needle-like elements of looms which lift and separate the thread. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see these rare and fragile weavings outside The Philippines.
Brooks Museum of Art
(901) 544-6200 · 1934 Poplar Avenue
May 1 – May 31, 2012
Wednesday & Friday: 10 am – 4 pm
Thursday: 10 am – 8 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm
Closed Monday & Tuesday
ADMISSION: Adult - $7, Seniors (65+) - $6, Youth or Student w/id (7-17) - $3, children 6 and under – Free
www.brooksmuseum.org
Flora de Filipinas
Beautiful and important fine prints from the groundbreaking book of the same name. Philippine botany is illustrated with exquisite detail and beauty featuring some of the best Filipino painters of the 19th Century.
Memphis Botanic Garden
(901) 576-4100 · 750 Cherry Road
May 1 – May 31, 2012
Monday – Saturday: 9 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 4:30 pm
Free Admission
Art of the Philippines
This exhibition features select paintings from the renowned collection of the Philippine Center in New York. Exhibit explores notable artists, time-periods, styles and trends.
Goodwyn Gallery at Memphis Central Library
(901) 415-2700
3030 Poplar Ave.
May 1-May 29, 2012
Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 9 pm
Friday & Saturday: 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm
ADMISSION: Free
Living Landscapes and Cultural Landmarks of the Philippines
Photography exhibit featuring compelling and beautiful images covering the many various heritage sites in the Philippine Islands.Exhibit also explores the diverse landscapes from the sea to mountains.
American Institute of Architects –AIA Memphis Gallery
511 South Main Street Memphis, TN 38103
For information 901-525-3818
Free Admission
Monday through Friday10 am – 3 pm And by appointment
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