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NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Full List of Programs
An Arts Endowment initiative in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. The Ackland is one of 84 nonprofit organizations selected to receive an NEA Big Read grant to support a community reading program. NEA Big…
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NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #3
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #3
NEA Big Read at the Ackland will focus on Advice from the Lights by author Stephanie Burt. Events reflecting LGBTQ+ lives and experiences — including a keynote conversation with the author, a series of book discussions, and Drag Storytime for children will take place virtually on ackland.org from Oct.11 - Dec. 4. The Ackland and…
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Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Join Ackland Graduate Intern Sarah Farkas and Object Based Teaching Fellow Erin Dickey for a guided look at artwork from opposite corners of the Ackland's collection. See how unexpected pairings can lead to exciting new insights! This program will be held virtually, via Zoom. Registered participants will receive a link to join the program in…
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #4
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #4
NEA Big Read at the Ackland will focus on Advice from the Lights by author Stephanie Burt. Events reflecting LGBTQ+ lives and experiences — including a keynote conversation with the author, a series of book discussions, and Drag Storytime for children will take place virtually on ackland.org from Oct.11 - Dec. 4. The Ackland and…
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Ackland Film Forum: “In The Family” Watch Party and Panel
Ackland Film Forum: “In The Family” Watch Party and Panel
This fall, in collaboration with the Film Studies Programs in the Department of English and Comparative Literature at UNC-Chapel Hill, the Ackland Film Forum presents an all virtual series on Queer Cinema. View the selected films on your own or join us for a watch party with the filmmaker. Watch parties will be followed by…
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Close Looks at Cocktail Hour: Willie Cole
Close Looks at Cocktail Hour: Willie Cole
Join the Ackland’s Object Based Teaching Fellow, Erin Dickey, for an informal conversation focused on one work of art from the Ackland’s new Close Looks digital feature. Plan to look closely and think collectively—and bring a drink of your choosing. On November 11, we'll look at Willie Cole's Saphire. Registration is limited. RSVP below! After…
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Artist Conversation with Shanequa Gay
Artist Conversation with Shanequa Gay
This event has now passed. Watch a recording of the talk below! Join us for a conversation between artist Shanequa Gay and Lauren Turner, the Ackland’s assistant curator for the collection. They will discuss Gay’s commissioned installation holding space for nobility: a memorial for Breonna Taylor, which is now on view in the Ackland’s ART&…
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Virtual Art Adventures AM Session: Found Object Portrait Collage
Virtual Art Adventures AM Session: Found Object Portrait Collage
Join us as the Ackland takes our popular Art Adventures class online with instructor Allison Tierney! Registration will open in late October. Class sessions will be limited to 15 participants*. A supply list, printable template, and Zoom meeting link will be distributed to registrants prior to the class session. To use Zoom, students will need…
Virtual Art Adventures PM Session: Found Object Portrait Collage
Virtual Art Adventures PM Session: Found Object Portrait Collage
Join us as the Ackland takes our popular Art Adventures class online with instructor Allison Tierney! Class sessions will be limited to 15 participants*. A supply list, printable template, and Zoom meeting link will be distributed to registrants prior to the class session. To use Zoom, students will need access to an internet-connected computer, smartphone,…
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Virtual Art for Lunch: The “Can We Talk About Race?” Initiative
Virtual Art for Lunch: The “Can We Talk About Race?” Initiative
Featuring Diana Dayal and Bria Godley (UNC School of Medicine) and Elizabeth Manekin (Ackland Head of University Programs and Academic Projects) During this virtual Art for Lunch, the conversation will focus on the "Can We Talk About Race?" initiative of the Ackland and UNC's School of Medicine, as well as the associated Object Lessons installation…
2 events,
Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Join Ackland Graduate Intern Sarah Farkas and Object Based Teaching Fellow Erin Dickey for a guided look at artwork from opposite corners of the Ackland's collection. See how unexpected pairings can lead to exciting new insights! This program will be held virtually, via Zoom. Registered participants will receive a link to join the program in…
2 events,
Virtual Family & Friends Sunday: With Love and Thanksgiving
Virtual Family & Friends Sunday: With Love and Thanksgiving
Each month, the Ackland hosts a free program for families, kids, and the young at heart featuring hands-on art activities, live performances, tours, and more. Although the Museum’s doors are closed for our community’s safety, you can still explore the art virtually! A mix of D.I.Y. and live interactive activities await you, all inspired by…
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Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS
Day With(out) Art 2020: TRANSMISSIONS
Ackland Art Museum is proud to partner with Visual AIDS for Day With(out) Art 2020 by presenting TRANSMISSIONS, a program of six new videos considering the impact of HIV and AIDS beyond the United States. The video program brings together artists working across the world: Jorge Bordello (Mexico), Gevi Dimitrakopoulou (Greece), Las Indetectables (Chile), George…
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NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #5
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #5
NEA Big Read at the Ackland will focus on Advice from the Lights by author Stephanie Burt. Events reflecting LGBTQ+ lives and experiences — including a keynote conversation with the author, a series of book discussions, and Drag Storytime for children will take place virtually on ackland.org from Oct.11 - Dec. 4. The Ackland and…
3 events,
Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Odd Couples: Objects in Conversation
Join Ackland Graduate Intern Sarah Farkas and Object Based Teaching Fellow Erin Dickey for a guided look at artwork from opposite corners of the Ackland's collection. See how unexpected pairings can lead to exciting new insights! This program will be held virtually, via Zoom. Registered participants will receive a link to join the program in…
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #6
NEA Big Read at the Ackland: Book Discussion #6
NEA Big Read at the Ackland will focus on Advice from the Lights by author Stephanie Burt. Events reflecting LGBTQ+ lives and experiences — including a keynote conversation with the author, a series of book discussions, and Drag Storytime for children will take place virtually on ackland.org from Oct.11 - Dec. 4. The Ackland and…
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