Feb. Events at Children’s
Museum: Andy Warhol
On February 20, 2006
artist James Warhola, nephew of the great 20th century painter
Andy Warhol, will be conducting a special reading from his
childhood memoir, Uncle
Andy’s at the Children’s Museum of
Manhattan (CMOM). Uncle Andy’s,
a book inspired by childhood memories of a particular visit
to see his uncle in 1962, is a Winner of the International
Reading Association’s Best Children’s Non-Fiction
Book of 2004 award. Readings will be held at 3 pm
and 4 pm in the Creativity Lab and will be a great opportunity
for both parents and children to hear a unique perspective
on Andy Warhol. This special reading and other Warhol
activities are aligned with TheArt ofAndy
Warhol, a new exhibition featuring the iconic work of
this world renowned artist, sponsored at CMOM through May 28,
2006 by Fuji Photo Film, U.S.A., Inc.
Author Series: James
Warhola Reading
Monday, February 20 3
and 4pm
Ages 5 and older in the Creativity Lab
James Warhola, Andy
Warhol’s nephew and
author and illustrator of Uncle Andy’s will
read from his reminiscent book about his childhood visits to
see his famous uncle, Andy Warhol. This is a remarkable opportunity
for both parents and children to hear a unique perspective
on Andy Warhol, one of the most important major 20th century
American artists.
“It was an important year for my
uncle as an artist,” Warhola has said of the inspiration
for Uncle Andy. “Our
surprise visit created a quirky situation with many great visual
memories.” Like his uncle, James Warhola attended
Carnegie-Mellon University, receiving a BFA in Design in 1977. Upon
graduation, he moved to New York City to begin work as a graphic
designer, but soon changed his focus to book illustration,
studying at the prestigious Art Student’s League.
In 1980 James began
to work as a paperback cover artist, and over the next 15
years, he attained a highly respected reputation in the field,
creating over 300 covers for the science fiction and fantasy
genre. His work has been shown extensively
at The Museum of American Illustration, as well as several
other museums throughout the country. He has also held
the odd distinction of contributing regularly to MAD Magazine,
adding a unique and humorous edge to his work. Other
current books Warhola has illustrated include: If Dogs
Were Dinosaurs, The Wheels on the Racecar, and Bubba
the Cowboy Prince, all published by Scholastic.
February recess is
almost here and the Children’s
Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) is open every day from February
20 - 26! From international dance performances such as
Ballet Fiesta Mexicana Ybarra and The Seventh Principle to
story telling, pop art and triptych painting, CMOM offers a
variety of interactive programs and performances for everyone,
along with its current interactive exhibitions: Dora
the Explorer, Alice’s Wonderland: A Most Curious Adventure, and The
Art of Andy Warhol. CMOM is open extended
hours for mid-winter recess to keep every child’s brain
humming during vacation. Open Monday, February 20 – Friday,
February 24 from 10:00am – 5:00pm and Saturday, February
25 and Sunday, February 26 from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Programming throughout the month of February
includes:
Heroes Among Us
Saturday & Sunday,
February 4 & 5 at
11am, 12, 2, 3 & 4pm
Learn about Jacob Lawrence, an artist who grew
up in Harlem, through the stories his paintings tell. Paint
your own triptych (three paneled painting) based on the heroes
in your own life.
Performance: El
Louie Show
Saturday, February
4 1:30 & 3pm
Join musician and music educator, Louie, for
an interactive, bilingual family concert.
The Key to
Me: A “Curious” Book
of Wonder
Saturday, February
11 11am,
12, 2, 3 & 4pm
Alice in Wonderland
was forever asking, “Who
am I?” Create a storybook with facts and pictures all
about you. Bind your book with a colorful ribbon and a one-of–a
kind key.
“Curious” Valentine
Sunday,
February 12 11am,
12, 2, 3 & 4pm
Make a curious valentine that, like Alice in Wonderland,
shrinks and grows. Decorate it with sparkles and surprises
for the one you love!
Limited space/seating; first come, first served).
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