By Cate Reynolds
The leaves are falling, there's a chill in the air, and temperatures are slowly indicating that winter is not too far away. This weekend, cozy up in a local museum or gallery and rediscover all the amazing art offered in Maryland galleries.
Eastern Shore
Annual Holiday Show at RiverArts:
‘Tis the season! RiverArts galleries will be filled with holiday cheer during the Annual Holiday Show, opening with a preview party tonight, November 15th, 5–8 p.m. The show will feature holiday décor for the table and wall, wreaths and ornaments, jewelry, hand painted silk scarves and jackets, sweaters, paintings, and much more. Find the perfect gift at any budget! The show will be on display through Sunday, November 30th. Admission is free. For more information, visit Chestertownriverarts.org.
The Annual Members' Exhibition at Academy Art Museum:
Academy Art Museum is cele ating its 60th anniversary, and, in conjunction with this milestone, have themed their 2018 Members' Exhibition 60. The exhibition opens this Friday, November 16th with a reception beginning at 5:30 p.m., and will be on display through Sunday, January 13th, 2019. Admission is $3 for adults, and free for children 12 and under. For more information, visit Academyartmuseum.org.
Annapolis
Baltimore Watercolor Society Exhibition at The Galleries at Quiet Waters Park:
This Sunday, November 18th, is the final day to visit the Baltimore Watercolor Society Exhibition at The Galleries at Quiet Waters Park, featuring recent works by society members. Admission is $6. For more information, visit Fqwp.org.
Familiarity and Symbiosis by Vicco von Voss at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts:
Last weekend, Maryland Hall opened two new exhibitions: Familiarity and Symbiosis by Vicco von Voss. In addition to woodwork pieces by Vicco von Voss, Symbiosis features pieces by Sara Bakken, a fa ic and glass artist, and work in metal by Blake Conroy. Familiarity will display works by Jenna Wright, who works primarily in ceramics. Both exhibitions will be open until Wednesday, December 19th. Admission is free. For more information, visit Marylandhall.org.
Regional
DIS | A Good Crisis at the Baltimore Museum of Art:
DIS | A Good Crisis is an exhibition of video works organized by the New York-based collective DIS. The immersive installation invites visitors into critical conversations of money, politics, and contemporary media. Don’t miss out! The exhibition opened yesterday, and will remain on display until November 2019. For more information, visit Artbma.org.
Recent Acquisitions at the National Portrait Gallery
After cele ating its 50th anniversary, the National Portrait Gallery is kicking off its next 50 years with an exhibition of newly acquired historic and contemporary works for its growing collection. Subjects will include icons such as Helen Keller, Jacqueline Kennedy, Oprah Winfrey, Andy Warhol, and more. Recent Acquisitions opens this Friday, November 16th, and will remain on display until November 2019. Admission is free. For more information, visit Npg.si.edu.
For complete exhibition and gallery listings, visit our online calendar at whatsupmag.com
