Public Reception: Biological Regionalism by Alberto Rey

  • Thu, Apr 20, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University

    7 Varsity Drive
    Niagara University, New York 14109
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Description

Celebrate Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York by Alberto Rey, which explores the complexities of the Niagara River past and present. Utilizing lushly illustrated narratives, Rey capitalizes on his unique visual language to speak to the importance of the Niagara River in American popular culture and how this has changed over time. These large-scale paintings reflect the River's historical significance to the Underground Railroad, Native American culture, and the pollution of both the River and communities along its bank. 

Light refreshments will be served.

Reception Schedule:
6 p.m. | Doors Open
6:40 p.m. | Remarks
7 p.m. | Special Tour and Talk with Alberto Rey
8 p.m. | Public Reception Concludes

Read more about Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York.

This exhibition is made possible through the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

 

Date & Time

Thu, Apr 20, 2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Venue Details

Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University

7 Varsity Drive
Niagara University, New York 14109 Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University
Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University

The Castellani Art Museum (CAM) at the center of the Niagara University campus is dedicated to the enjoyment and educational potential of artistic creativity. As a major resource for the visual arts in Niagara County, the CAM's permanent collection includes over 5,000 pieces of mainly modern and contemporary art, and hosts a unique Folk Arts Program supporting traditional artists and community-based cultural traditions in the Buffalo-Niagara region. 

In keeping with Niagara University's Vincentian mission, the museum recognizes and serves the diverse racial, ethnic, and religious communities of the Niagara region through the organization and presentation of exhibitions which honor and explore their artistic traditions and contemporary output. In addition to presenting diverse artistic expressions, the museum works in partnerships to explore and redefine the relationship between the museum and its constituencies.

As a university museum, the Castellani Art Museum serves the educational needs of the community,  by working with Niagara University faculty on integrative learning projects for college students and providing art education programs for area schools and cultural organizations. The museum staff works with educators to develop art-based learning programs that help to promote critical thinking.

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