a few weeks ago i spent a long weekend in Charleston (remember this post?). heading down for what was an incredibly beautiful wedding celebration (thanks again c + j ), i was excited to come across some chat worthy finds. this week ill be sharing the places/efforts/inspirations that speak to this city's progressive initiatives.
one such example is the City Gallery at Waterfront Park. unaware
of the museum inside, the architecture of building itself caught my eye. conceptually, the structure conveys a dichotomy of old and new...its footprint is reminiscent of the city's iconic single house, while architectural details and materials used follow a more contemporary logic.
the success of the building is debatable. but the gallery within and its ventured role in the city are on point. run by a municipal council and always free, the gallery promotes itself as "a venue for contemporary artwork that is new, vital and innovative, with a focus on broadening Charleston’s arts outlook." with culturally relevant yet progressive exhibits and community connecting activities such as complimentary yoga in the galleries, this museum explores new roles for art in society.
starting september 9 (with a reception that evening), the City Gallery will host "Special Moments: Works from the Collection of Dr. Harold Rhodes." featuring a slew of contemporary artwork, the exhibit is part of the MOJA Arts Festival and will run through october 19.
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| collection of works from the City Gallery |
one such example is the City Gallery at Waterfront Park. unaware
of the museum inside, the architecture of building itself caught my eye. conceptually, the structure conveys a dichotomy of old and new...its footprint is reminiscent of the city's iconic single house, while architectural details and materials used follow a more contemporary logic.
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| gallery entrance |
the success of the building is debatable. but the gallery within and its ventured role in the city are on point. run by a municipal council and always free, the gallery promotes itself as "a venue for contemporary artwork that is new, vital and innovative, with a focus on broadening Charleston’s arts outlook." with culturally relevant yet progressive exhibits and community connecting activities such as complimentary yoga in the galleries, this museum explores new roles for art in society.
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| view from adjacent waterfront park |
starting september 9 (with a reception that evening), the City Gallery will host "Special Moments: Works from the Collection of Dr. Harold Rhodes." featuring a slew of contemporary artwork, the exhibit is part of the MOJA Arts Festival and will run through october 19.
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