« March 2006 | Main | May 2006 »
Mennello Museum of American Folk Art
April 30, 2006
Another exciting community event for the Deaf to be aware of. The Mennello Museum of American Folk Art if hosting several deaf artists over the next few months. Exhibiting currently is John Brewster. (see blow) Later this month Debi Meranski, artist and published author regarding deaf artists, will be a guest speaker. Next month Harlan Lane will be speaking as well. I will update with details, dates and times for all of these events.
The Mennello Museum is right across Princeton Street from the Orlando Reparatory Theatre which is performing The Miracle Worker this month with several interpreted shows.
"A Deaf Artist in Early America: The Worlds of John Brewster"
February 5 – April 30, 2006
Comprised of approximately fifty paintings, the exhibit is the first major comprehensive study of works by the American artist
John Brewster, Jr. (1766–1854). The body of work will cover the full range of Brewster's long and successful career. Organized and circulated by the Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown, New York.
Free presentation "Self Advocacy"
April 21, 2006
Given by FAD President, Chris Wagner
At Central Florida Deaf Services, Inc.
On Friday, April 21 at 7:00 PM
Will be serving Desserts and Drinks
(Would appreciate it if you can donate a dessert)
1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd. Lakeland, FL
863-688-9394 VP
863-687-2175 FAX
for more information, contact info@cfdeafservices.org