WILLIAM G. KENTON JR. GALLERY
1997
SCHEDULE
Distant
Views
Paintings
by Valerie Hinz &
Bronzes by Phyllida Meacham
June 6 - September 1
Exhibition and Sale
Two of the
worlds most talented artists combine to present
their unique views of the equestrian
world June 6th through September 1st
in the William G. Kenton Gallery at the International
Museum of the Horse in Lexington, Kentucky. Canadian
painter, Valerie Hinz, one of the fastest rising stars on
the equestrian art scene, offers more than 40 of her
impressionistic works in her first solo American
exhibition. She is joined by Scottish sculptor, Phyllida
Meacham, long noted for her work throughout Europe, and
making her U.S. debut.
"It is
incredibly exciting for the International Museum of the
Horse to have the
opportunity to introduce American audiences to two such
talented artists," said International Museum of the
Horse director, Bill Cooke. "There is little doubt
in my mind that within a very short time, both Valerie
and Phyllida will be recognized as two of the world's
finest equestrian artists within their particular
mediums."
The exhibition
and sale are included in the admission to the Kentucky
Horse Park, located 4 miles north of Lexington at I-75,
exit 120. For more information contact, Bill Cooke,
Director, International Museum of the Horse, (606)
259-4231.
Fall Showcase of
Equine Art
September
12 - October 26
Exhibition
and Sale
Each fall, the American Academy
of Equine Art's annual juried exhibition is held in the
William G. Kenton Gallery. In addition to the work of
Academy members, these exhibitions include work by
associate members, candidates for membership, and the
equine work of any artist that meets the criteria of, and
is accepted by the submissions jury.
Visit the American Academy of
Equine Art's web site for more information on on exhibitions
and workshops.
Permanent
Exhibits
Equestrian
Culture and Horse Racing in Japan
(Opened September
6th, 1996)

A new permanent exhibit, Equestrian
Culture and Horse Racing in Japan traces
the impact of the horse on the evolution of Japanese
culture, and examines the phenomenal growth of horse
racing in Japan today. This exhibit was funded through a
generous donation from the Japan Owners Association.
Seattle
Slew Trophy Collection Anchors New Museum Lobby Exhibit
Mr. Mickey and Ms. Karen Lee
Taylor, and Dr. James Hill, IV have donated the Seattle
Slew trophy collection to the Museum. On May 2 the Slew
collection, along with trophies and memorabilia from
Secretariat and Forego were combined to form an exciting
new exhibit, Three Champions,
in the Museum lobby.
The
Ben Schroeder Saddletree Factory
Lives Again in New Exhibit
The Ben Schroeder Saddletree
Factory of Madison, Indiana is featured in both a new
exhibit on the Museum's lower level, and also in a new on-line exhibit. The factory, which closed in 1972, is currently
undergoing restoration and will eventually reopen as a
museum. The project is administered by Historic Madison,
Inc.
For additional information on
exhibits, contact Bill Cooke, Museum Director, at (606)
259-4231, or:
MailTo: khp@mis.net
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