Presented by The Art Museums of Colonial Williamsburg, curators say a new exhibit called Painters and Paintings in the Early American South is the first exhibition of its kind that explores the scope of this region of early American art while bringing new vitality, excitement and scholarship to the forefront. “Nothing like this has been done … Continue reading Art of the American South at Colonial Williamsburg
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The Stories We Tell at Thanksgiving
I like a good story. Thanksgiving and antiques are a perfect pair for storytelling. Attending Bettianne Sweeney’s 29th Holiday Antiques Show in Williamsburg, VA this past weekend was like going home for Thanksgiving holiday. The familiarity and fondness among the dealers and attendees was evident as they expressed warm praise for each other, and high … Continue reading The Stories We Tell at Thanksgiving
Things are Just Right at Round Top, Texas
October days in Texas can be really hot and the biggest fear for outdoor shows, even those protected by a tent, is rain. But neither heat nor water came to dampen the fall shows in Round Top, Texas. While there are a number of shows going on simultaneously, we had time to visit only the … Continue reading Things are Just Right at Round Top, Texas
Skylight One Hanson Launches Partnership with Brooklyn Flea at Former Williamsburg Savings Bank Building
New indoor venue will more than triple the Flea's current square footage while showcasing a Fort Greene historical landmark Beginning this weekend, the Brooklyn Flea will move indoors to Skylight One Hanson, the new high-end event space located at One Hanson Place in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. The nearly two-year-old vendor marketplace will … Continue reading Skylight One Hanson Launches Partnership with Brooklyn Flea at Former Williamsburg Savings Bank Building