Ringling College Library Association's Art Lecture Series provides unique opportunities to visit art-related exhibitions in our community and Central and Southwest Florida. Reservations are required, tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and are priced separately for each event. Several of our events are free to Library Association members. The Art Lecture Series is a wonderful way to introduce your friends and neighbors to the Ringling College Library Association. Library Association members will receive information about each Art Lecture Series in advance. Request Library Association membership information.

RINGLING COLLEGE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION Presents
the 2009 Art Lecture Series

The Art Lecture Series is open to the public; bring a friend! Reservations are required for all art lectures. Please call Ringling College Library Association at (941) 925-1343 for information and reservations.

TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008- 10:00 A.M.
G.WIZ  1001 BOULEVARD OF THE ARTS

Get your boarding pass, assume the identity of an actual Titanic passenger, and join  Titanic researcher and lecturer Robert Williams as he reveals the mysteries of the famed ship.   Mr. Williams brings much first hand experience from his several visits to the ship as she rests on the ocean floor. A guided tour of the exhibit will showcase the Titanic’s design and construction.  This exhibit also features individual passenger’s stories and over 100 artifacts from the ship and her passengers.  


Library Association member’s fee:  $12.00           Non-member’s fee: $17.00
 
Park in G.WIZ lot.




TOWLES COURT:  A TOUR OF SARASOTA’S HIDDEN GEM

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2009 10:30 A.M.
TOWLES COURT

Learn the history of Towles Court and enjoy a guided tour of its quaint artists’ studios and galleries, nestled among 100-year-old Live Oak trees, tropical gardens, and sculptures. Although not included, you may also choose to stay for shopping  and/or
lunch at either Canvas Café (366-2233) or Lavandra (366-0070).  Be sure to make
your lunch reservations in advance.     



Library Association member’s fee: $10.00                Non-member’s fee: $15.00

Valet Parking
Directions: US 301 South, 2 blocks south of Ringling Blvd. Turn west onto Adams Lane.
Opening lecture to be held in central courtyard.




HAUTE COUTURE IN ANCIENT GREECE:  THE SPECTACULAR WORLD OF
ARIADNE AND HELEN OF TROY

DR. BERNICE JONES
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2009 - 10:00 A.M.
RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
SELBY GALLERY LECTURE HALL

This lecture explores the fabulous world of the Minoan and  Mycenaean civilizations
immortalized by Homer.  By stepping through time into their splendid palaces decorated
with scenes of courtly life, their special rituals are reconstructed along with the magnificent  costumes worn to carry them out, costumes of the utmost luxury, decorated with exquisite patterns and appliqués of gold and precious gems and topped with exquisite jewelry, costumes befitting queens and goddesses.  Modern replicas of the costumes on live models, posed as in art and juxtaposed with the sculptures and
paintings they imitate, virtually bring Homer’s heroines to life and continue to inspire
today.

Library Association members:  Free               Non-member’s fee: $10.00
Park in Selby Gallery lot.





ICONS AND IDOLS: A PHOTOGRAPHER’S CHRONICLE OF THE ARTS, 1960-1994

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2009 - 10:00 A.M.
ART CENTER  SARASOTA

This photographic exhibit by renowned photographer Jack Mitchell documents the thriving late 20th century art scene in New York City.  At this special sneak preview  enjoy a lecture and explore photos of  John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Martha Graham, Pearl Lang, Bertram Ross, Andy Warhol, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Philip Glass as   seen and depicted by Jack Mitchell.


Library Association member’s fee:  $10.00                Non-member’s fee: $15.00
One building South of the Municipal Auditorium on US 41.  Parking available both at  the front and rear of the building.





PRESENTING A SCULPTOR

JORGE BLANCO
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2009 - 10:00 A.M.
RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
SELBY GALLERY LECTURE HALL

Hear how Sarasota resident Jorge Blanco, distinguished sculptor, graphic designer,
humorist, and illustrator, contributes to local cultural development through his  international ties and optimistic sculpture.  His vibrant work, “The Runners”, is permanently installed in the median of US 41 opposite Art Center Sarasota.

Library Association members:  Free                           Non-member’s fee: $10.00
Park in Selby Gallery lot.



Reservations are required for all Art Lectures. Please call (941) 925-1343.