In Our Gallery
June/July 2021 - International Arts Experience: Discover Mexico
The exhibit will explore both historic and modern traditions from various regions of Mexico through the lens of the arts.
- Dates:
- May 24th - July 28th, 2021
- Times:
- Monday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Tuesday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Wednesday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Saturday, 10 am - 2 pm
- Phone Number:
- 217-423-3189
Gallery Samples
Modern Mexico reflects the rich history and the gradual blending of native cultures with Spanish traditions, style, and religion. Join us as we "Discover Mexico" through a collection curated in cooperation with several local lenders and institutions.
Listen to the postcast about the Discover MEXICO exhibit. CLICK HERE
Opening Cultural Event:
Fri., June 4, 5-7:30 pm
A family event for all ages!
- Opening of International Arts Experience exhibit in the Anne Lloyd Gallery
- Ballet Folklorico sol de Mexico dancers present a series of socially-distanced performances.
- Mexican-inspired hands-on artmaking.
- Authentic Mexican cuisine sold outside by Smack'n Tacos food truck.
- Blue Connection Art Gallery will offer a special sales event of a large collection of Southwest turquoise and silver jewelry plus accessories, provided by Ed Walker Fine Arts & Antiques.
- Other downtown galleries open include Gallery 510 and The ArtFarm.
July Gallery Walk:
Fri., July 9, 5-7:30 pm
- Featuring the Xochitl-Quetzal Aztec Dancers performing at 6 pm.
- Blue Connection Art Gallery is hosting this summer's 2021 Crowder Artist-in-Residence Shannon Cook.
- Gallery 510 is hosting exhibit by Dan Modzelewski who will speak at 6:30 pm.
- Also visit The ArtFarm.
Mexican Roadshow - Members+ Event
Wed., July 21, 6-7 pm
Presented by Terri Clemens, Mexican folk art expert (Click HERE to learn more.)
Contact about scheduling a field trip for your group this summer - 217-423-3189.
