The Academy of Classical Design announces its 2012 Lecture series, available to the public for the first time through a seasonal subscription.
The Art of England– an Untold Story will be the subject of ten beautifully illustrated lectures delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity.
THE ART OF ENGLAND · AN UNTOLD STORY
A Two-Part Lecture Series
Series I February 1st – 29th · Series II May 2nd – 30th
Wednesdays 3:00 to 4:00 pm
Subscription for each five-lecture series ~ $100
The Academy’s main studio is located behind the Country Bookshop in downtown Southern Pines. Series tickets available at The Country Bookshop, or call the Academy office at 910·692·9743.
- Series I
- February 1st
ESTABLISHING “ENGLISHNESS”
- February 8th
THE POPISH QUESTION
- February 15th
THE FLEMISH INFLUENCE
- February 22nd
THE ENGLISH GARDEN
- February 29th
THE NEW WORLD
- Series II
- May 2nd
PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
- May 9th
AN ENGLISH PROPHET
- May 16th
THE ROYAL ACADEMY
- May 23rd
THE PRE-RAPHAELITE BROTHERHOOD
- May 30th
THE TRIUMPH OF PUBLIC ART
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