Reflections Exhibit
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In a collaboration between the Findlay Art League and the Hancock Historical Museum, seven artists have created paintings and photos reflecting their thoughts and interpretations of buildings represented in historical photos from the Museum. Artists participating in this exhibit are Jen Sowders, Chong Hui Lee Blanton, Janealla Killebrew, Lynn Phillips, Sharon Hammer Baker, Kent Tarbox, and Janice Oaks Williams.
Crystalyn Hutchins from BGSU, who interned at the Museum, is curating the show. She has selected more than 20 historical images including of the first Findlay Hospital, the fire at the Presbyterian Church, Findlay’s 1886 Gas Jubilee, the Hancock County Court House and others. The display will feature written information about the buildings and events. Crystalyn will be speaking remotely about the exhibit during the Art League meeting, April 4, at 7:00. Visitors are welcome.
The Reflections Show will open at the Findlay Art League, 117 W. Crawford St., on March 30 with an Opening Reception on April 1, 2022 from 6:00-8:00 pm. offering chocolates from one of Findlay’s oldest businesses, Dietsch Brothers. The photos and paintings will be on display during open hours, Tuesday-Friday, noon-5:30, and Saturday, noon-4:00, through April 22. This event is free and open to the public. Artists participating in this exhibit are Jen Sowders, Chong Hui Lee Blanton, Janealla Killebrew, Lynn Phillips, Sharon Hammer Baker, Kent Tarbox, and Janice Oaks Williams. There are 24 photos from the Historical Museum, representing 2 historical homes, 4 no-longer-in-business stores, 4 huge events, and 7 places, including Findlay College, the State Theater, the hospital, and others. There are 11 paintings and one photo representing several of the above places as they appear now. Most of the art is for sale.
