Michael Victor II Art Library Events
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Richard Hunt presented by Ross Stanton Jordan
Thursday, January 16 Doors open at 5:30 PM, Talk begins at 6 PM Join us as Curatorial Manager of the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, Ross Stanton Jordan speaks about the life and career of renowned sculptor Richard Hunt. Currently, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum is showcasing "Freedom in Form: Richard Hunt" an exhibit exploring his groundbreaking art and the history that so often inspired him. We highly recommend visiting the exhibit before or after this talk. It will remain at the ALPLM until April 20, 2025. You are also strongly encouraged to purchase a copy of the exhibition catalog as it is the first comprehensive publication about Richard Hunt since his passing a year ago, December 2023. |
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Blind Date With A Book
February 1 - 15, 2025 Opening Event at SAA Main Campus: Saturday, February 1, 1 - 3 PM Closing Event at Ad Astra Wine Bar: Saturday, February 15, 6 - 8 PM $12 SAA Members, $15 Non-Members Get ready to be surprised, as the genre and the first line of the first chapter will be the only clues you'll receive before purchasing. But trust us, each book will end sweetly, with your choice of milk or dark chocolates from the famous Cocoa Blue Chocolates in Rochester. Whether you're coming with friends or going solo, grab a seat, and relax with a cold beer or your favorite cocktail while perusing through your selection. Not only will you have a great time, but you'll also be supporting SAA's Michael Victor II Library. |
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Art History Happy Hour
Enjoy a glass of wine and listen to a lecture given by a local art expert! Some lectures may include a hands on art project that demonstrates the topic presented. All lectures take place at SAA Main Campus inside of the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery. Spring 2025 Lineup:
January 16 - Richard Hunt presented by Ross Jordan February 20 - Ethel Mars presented Michael Houser March 20 - Vachel Lindsay presented by Marianne Stremsterfer April 17 - Lincoln: Tears and Iron Project presented by Chris Allen Doors open at 5:30PM, talk starts at 6PM. Art History Happy Hours are completely free and open to the public. |
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Annual Used Book Sale
September 20-21, 2025 Throughout the year, the Michael Victor II Art library receives generous donations of gently used books. Art related books and other great titles for adults and youth are sold at discounted prices in support of the art library. If you are interested in donating books for our annual sale, please contact our offices at 217-523-2631 to arrange a time to drop off. We accept everything except non-art related textbooks, yearbooks, and computer program manuals. We are also now asking that you do not donate magazines even if they are art related. TIP: We greatly appreciate donations in several small boxes and/or bags rather than one big heavy box. Sale will be held during the Edward's Place Fine Art Fair. |
