FITCHBURG — The Fitchburg Art Museum, as part of its Centennial Celebration is offering a new exhibit, “Kaleidoscope: 100 Years of Collecting for Our Community On View,” which will feature a wide range of artwork from the museum’s permanent collection, opening on Feb. 21.
“Kaleidoscope” is the second in a series of exhibitions dedicated to the Fitchburg Art Museum’s Centennial. The museum was incorporated on December 31, 1925, and opened its galleries to the public on April 17, 1929.
The visually stunning exhibition features over 1,000 artworks from FAM’s Permanent Collection, spanning the globe and human history, with a range of media that includes paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculptures and textiles.
“Kaleidoscope” sprawls across the large upstairs galleries in FAM’s Harlan K. and Elsie D. Simonds Building, arranged salon-style — a floor to ceiling presentation that juxtaposes, groups and recontextualizes individual artworks in dynamic and engaging ways. In “Kaleidoscope,” visitors will enjoy a breathtaking visual experience, enjoy works by famous and not-so-famous artists, and discover new psychological, emotional and spiritual connections and meanings across time and space.
The exhibition is a tribute to FAM’s founder, Eleanor Norcross, and the vast collection she amassed during her lifetime. Visitors are introduced to Norcross’ art and personal collection before experiencing how her legacy has evolved over the last 100 years.
“Kaleidoscope” is a celebration of FAM’s collection and the incredible contemporary and historical artworks the museum holds for the community’s enjoyment and inspiration.
Then, on March 7, from 6 to 9 p.m., join the museum for Eleanor’s Dream: A 100th Birthday Soirée; to mark the launch of the Centennial celebrations at the Fitchburg Art Museum.
Hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from noon to 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and every first Thursday of the month, it stays open until 7 p.m.
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