CURRENT & UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

VIVID: A Fresh Take

Gallery 18

March 29, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Rondell Crier: Flights of Hope and Healing

Exterior of East Wing

May 24, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Lumen Martin Winter: Legacy of Devotion

Gallery 15 Ramp

June 14, 2024 - February 17, 2025

Impact Zones

Mansion Stairwell, East Lounge

August 16, 2024 - August 4, 2025

City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection

September 20, 2024 - January 13, 2025

The Long View: From Conservation to Sustainability | Works from the Bank of America Collection

January 31, 2025 - May 4, 2025

Jessica Wohl: I Dreamed You Were Here

Mansion Stairwell

August 14, 2025 - August 17, 2026

Events

December 8	Sunday Studio
December 15	Artful Yoga
December 29	Holiday Sunday Studio: Happy New Year

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Stickers are a commitment, we get it! With just one, it’s hard to decide where to put it. Thankfully, the museum store has lots of options. You can even get a Hunter sticker for your Hunter water bottle! Is that excessive? We don’t think so.

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Enjoy FREE admission to the Hunter tonight with Throwback Thursday, fun for all ages!

See the permanent collection as well as City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong collection, while getting some family photos along the way.

Generous support for Throwback Thursday provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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During your museum visit, be sure to take a selfie with Mirror V, or 121 selfies, we should say. Don’t be surprised when you see your reflection coming at you from every direction!

DM your Mirror V photos to us for a chance to be featured on our page!

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Feel the warm embrace of the Hunter this chilly, holiday season with these December programs!

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The Hunter Museum Store has gifts perfect for all your loved ones this holiday season. From prints of your favorite Hunter artworks to locally crafted pottery, we’ve got you! Members get 20% off throughout December.

Stop by tomorrow to celebrate #MuseumStoreSunday with free buttons, tote bags, and postcards with every purchase (while supplies last).

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This Thanksgiving we’re thankful for YOU, our visitors, members, and donors, who bring the artwork in the museum to life with your unique perspectives and perpetually champion the Hunter’s mission to connect our community to creativity.

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Have you seen this engraving in the upstairs mansion gallery?

Many of the gallery’s surrounding works also depict Lookout Mountain. Next time you visit, compare J.F.E. Hillen’s artworks to the others in the gallery and see how they differ.

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Do you know the history behind City as Canvas?

In the 1970s when Martin Wong began his collection of graffiti art, the medium was publicly viewed as criminal and covert. As a marginalized artist himself, Wong identified with the difficulties graffiti writers faced and began getting to know them. He eventually went on to buy their pieces or trade with them. Much of the collection he built became the “City as Canvas” exhibition. This must-see show allows us to view art with new eyes and better understand how graffiti evolved from an underground movement to a widely accepted art form.

City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection is organized by The Museum of the City of New York.

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Share your Hunter photos with us! 📸

Whether you’re exploring stunning art or enjoying the Hunter’s cozy atmosphere, the museum is the perfect backdrop for your photos.

Snap a selfie, capture the vibe, and hold onto the inspiration you find during your visit!

To share your photos, tag or DM us, or simply use #huntermuseum

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Did you know that the architects who designed the Hunter’s West Wing took heavy inspiration from the Tennessee River? Can you see the connection?

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During your upcoming holiday travels, consider this piece by Francis Luis Mora. What does it convey about mass transit? How might it speak to ethnicity, gender, and class?

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Have you already visited our graffiti exhibition but are looking to expand your appreciation?

Unravel the visions of creatives that developed in the 70s and 80s through dance and poetry with Marcus Ellsworth, Garrell Woods, and members of the Black Rainbow Movement. Feel their words come to life with this performance-heavy experience, showcasing the impact of ballroom culture on marginalized groups.

Both the graffiti and ballroom movements, taking place amidst the AIDS epidemic, were necessary spaces to channel emotion, and we look forward to exploring this important history with our guests.

Please note that this is an in-gallery standing and walking experience.

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At the Hunter, take in unique views of the Tennessee River while learning about the invasive species that live within its waters. April Flander’s Impact Zones, presented by the First Horizon Foundation, is on view now in the east lounge and mansion stairwell!

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With Artful Yoga, learn from visiting instructor Mellie Harris how you’re a masterpiece and why artists have gathered inspiration from the human form for generations!

All experience levels are welcome; participants must bring their own yoga mat.

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Futura 2000, currently featured in our special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, began his career in the early 1970s as a NYC graffiti artist.

By the early 80s, his work was shown at the Fun Gallery with fellow artists Keith Haring, Patti Astor, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. At the time, most of the focus within the graffiti movement was on lettering, but Futura 2000 distinguished himself by producing works that were much more abstract.

Futura 2000 also has a career as a graphic designer and illustrator of album covers. The first band he worked with… The Clash!

Now, you may be wondering “”Should I stay or should I go (to see City as Canvas at the Hunter)?” The answer is you should definitely go!
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Futura 2000 (b. 1955), “Untitled,” 1982. Acrylic on wood. Museum of the City of New York, Gift of Martin Wong, 94.114.17.

City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection was organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

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What does your Hunter mean to you?

Are there certain artworks that move you–an event that you remember fondly? Did you celebrate a special occasion with us–a wedding, maybe?

Share your favorite memories with us below!

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Don’t miss your last chance to purchase Spectrum auction artworks and build your personal collection.

A few remaining auction artworks are still available for purchase. Visit the link in our bio to view and buy now!
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Caroline Boykin, “Delta Darlings,” 2023. Acrylic and porcelain with bronze glaze on canvas.
John Folsom, “Cove V,” 2023. Pigment print on panel with oil and wax.
Marsha Goldberg, “Keep 20,” 2024. Acrylic on Yupo.
Sun Young Kang, “Memories, Veiled VII,” 2024. Inkjet print on fine art paper.
Jered Sprecher, “Two,” 2020. Oil on Paper.
Joshua Leland Yurges, “3-22,” 2023. Mixed Media.

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That’s a wrap for #Spectrum2024!

Thank you to Presenting Sponsor First Horizon and our other wonderful sponsors, table purchasers, art purchasers, and ticket buyers who made Spectrum a success! We appreciate your continued support of the Hunter Museum and the visual arts.

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Next Sunday from 2 to 4pm we’re taking inspiration from our current exhibition, City as Canvas: Graffiti art from the Martin Wong Collection, to offer creative activities for all ages!

Regular museum admission guidelines apply. Those with children and a Chattanooga Public Library Card get into the program free!

Generously supported by Elder’s Ace Hardware.

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#Spectrum2024 auction art has a piece for every collector! Which of these is your favorite?

The works here are just a small selection of what’s available for bidding. To see more auction artwork, bid online, or purchase your ticket to the event, visit the link in our bio.
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Matthew Monahan, “Octopus,” 2024. Gyotaku oil-based etching ink, watercolor chiri paper.
Thomas McNickle, “Marsh by Moonlight,” 2000. Ink wash on paper.
Yulia Iosilzon, “Yellow Frame and the clouds,” 2021. Glazed earthenware.
Alyson Shotz, “Alloys of Moonlight #13,” 2023. Paint on hand folded aluminum.
David Halliday, “Bougainvillea & Shotgun Shells,” 2017. Archival pigment print.

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Don’t miss Spectrum 2024: Graffiti Edition. There’s one day left to get your #Spectrum2024 Silent Auction Tickets!

While virtual bidding is available, attending in-person includes a firsthand view of the auction artworks, a cocktail party (generously sponsored by ModWash), and a DJ after-party!

Visit the link in bio to get your tickets.
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Dane Brown, “Reunion,” 2023. Wood burning.
Juniper Briggs, “Woman with Yellow Vase,” 2024. Mixed media on canvas.
Maremi Andreozzi, “Rachael,” 2022. Acrylic on panel.
Karen Barton-Gray, “Coca-Cola (Round), Diet Coke (Round),” 2024. Oil on paper.

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Mark your calendars for November 14th at 6pm–with spray paint, preferably–for a unique presentation by street artist Lady Pink, whose work is featured in our current exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

This event is a part of Throwback Thursday and is free and open to the public.

Art Wise programs are generously sponsored by Martha Mackey. Generous support for Throwback Thursday provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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Local artist and UTC student @hanna.malone is DRAWING inspiration from the Hunter Museum mansion! ✍🏻

Encouraging the community to engage in dialogues about the importance, meaning, and relevance of American art is a long-standing priority of the Hunter Museum. It is incredibly heartwarming to see a community member merge her creativity with the Hunter’s and again remind us of how art and Chattanooga history alike can encourage our collective growth.

What inspiration have you received from the Hunter? If you ever find yourself with a sketchpad outside or in our galleries, tag us to share your creations!

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We’re celebrating Halloween with Ralph Albert Blakelock’s “Landscape with Moon.” 🎃🌙

Around Halloween, the world seems to transform. There’s a chill in the air, a haunting atmosphere around us; we see things through a lens of melancholy and mystery.

Tonalism, an artistic movement of the late 19th century, explores this concept by favoring mood and atmosphere. Blakelock used silhouettes and a dark, murky surface to create a haunting quality we found very suitable for this spooky season.

Are there any other paintings in our collection that make you think of Halloween?

Ralph Albert Blakelock (1847-1919), “Landscape with Moon,” c. 1885-1890, Oil on canvas. Gift of the Benwood Foundation, 1977.14

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Check out the auction art for #spectrum2024 online!

These incredible pieces are only a few of the many options in both the silent and live auctions.

To bid in person, get your tickets to the silent and live auctions while you still can! If you can’t make it to either event, you can still bid on the art in both auctions online.

Click the link in bio to preview or bid on the artworks!

1. Chloe Alexander, “Close your eyes, make a wish,” 2024. Silkscreen collage.

2. Ramona Nordal, “The Astronaut,” 2024. Acrylic, Bic pen and mulberry paper on wood panel.

3. David Burdney, “Red Leaves, Paris, France,” 2024. Archival Pigment Print.

4. Ev Niewoehner, “Autumn Glow,” 2024. Oil on watercolor paper.

5. Doug Keyes, “The Cat in the Hat Comes Back-Dr. Seuss,” 2001. Dye coupler print.

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Put on your walking shoes and your thinking cap and join us for an exploration of the murals surrounding the Hunter Museum–including one on our very own campus– with our City as Canvas: Mural Walking Tour!

The tour will take place on November 2nd from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM and is happening in partnership with Public Art Chattanooga. For more information, please visit the link in bio.

Rondell Crier, “Flights of Hope and Healing,” 2024. Mural.

#cityascanvas #huntermuseum #huntermuseumofamericanart

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The Hunter Museum is proud to be an ArtsBuild Community Arts Partner.

For over 50 years, ArtsBuild has invested in arts organizations, arts programs and arts education. When you donate to ArtsBuild, you are supporting Chattanooga's creative community - including the Hunter!

Learn more at artsbuild.com/donate

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Less stress, more yoga ✨

Relax and recenter at Artful Yoga this Sunday, October 27 from 1:30 to 3pm!

All levels of yoga experience are welcome, just bring your own yoga mat! Your $5 donation supports the Hunter Museum’s educational programs.

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We have lost an incredible artist and a kind soul in Alicia Henry (1966 - 2024). Her thoughtful work, always described as enigmatic, spoke on a number of levels and challenged us to consider our relationships to each other more deeply. Alicia was generous with others, and her impact on the arts community will be felt for a long time. To read Alicia’s obituary, please visit the link in our bio.

Alicia Henry (1966-2024), Untitled, 2014. Mixed media. Museum purchase, 2014.9

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Meet the 2024 Spectrum Art Selection Committee!

Chaired this year by Rob Praino and Collin Rogers, the Art Selection Committee traveled to Charlotte, Brooklyn, Washington DC, Atlanta, New Orleans, as well as to galleries around Chattanooga, to handpick stunning artwork that appeals to a variety of tastes and price points.

Remember - you don't have to attend Spectrum to participate in the auction! You can register and bid from anywhere. Click the link in bio to get your tickets 🔗

A huge thank you to all members of the Spectrum Art Selection Committee: Elizabeth Carriger, Dominique Harris, Carl Greene, Leigh Ann Lewis, Javier Peralta Ramos, Silvina Peralta Ramos, Jorge Parra, Sujata Singh, Terri Ann Weathers, Keith Wooten, and especially the 2024 Chairs, Rob Praino and Collin Rogers, for all that they do to support the Hunter Museum!

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Explore and paint “impact zones” at Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center!

🎨Saturday, Oct 26 at 1pm 🌿

Join us at Reflection Riding to learn about native plants and the impact of invasive species, then paint watercolor illustrations -- all inspired by the art of April Flanders, currently on view in the Hunter.

$25/person for guests 16 and over
$20/person for Hunter and Reflection Riding members

Registration required. Click the link in bio to save your spot!

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Make your own creation inspired by graffiti art while enjoying a glass of wine!

Create & Sip: Screenprinting Graffiti
Thursday, Oct 24 at 6pm

A Hunter educator will lead an exhibition tour then show participants how to screenprint their own graffiti-style design on a tote bag like those featured in City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

$25/adult
$20/museum member

Wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. All materials are provided. Registration required. Click the link in bio to save your spot!

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Art that makes a statement.

In the late 1970s, New York City Mayor Ed Koch launched a campaign to rid the subway system of graffiti. Lady Pink, a local graffiti artist at the time, painted this work in response to this anti-graffiti movement.

In the painting, Lady Pink depicts herself standing on a pile of used spray paint cans. She points to the second train car entering the scene, a train car painted white, symbolizing the city's efforts to rid the subway system of graffiti with a fresh coat of paint.

Find this striking piece along with more artworks that challenge the status quo in the Hunter’s current special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny).

Plus, mark your calendars for Thursday, November 14, when Lady Pink will visit the Hunter for a special Art Wise talk to share first-hand insights on her work and artistic process. Art Wise programs are generously supported by Martha Mackey.
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Lady Pink, “The Death of Graffiti,” 1982. Acrylic on Masonite. Museum of the City of New York, Gift of Martin Wong, 94.114.96.

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Join us for Spectrum 2024: Graffiti Edition!

Tickets are now on sale and going fast – click the link in bio to secure your spot 🔗

Presented for over 20 years by First Horizon and chaired this year by Annette Allen and John Shearburn, Spectrum features two memorable events that you won't want to miss:

On Thursday, Nov 7th, the Silent Auction Cocktail Party features 70+ works of art and an after party with DJ.

On Saturday, Nov 9th, the Spectrum Gala & Live Auction features 25 works of art, a seated dinner, and treats & toddies.

Even if you can’t attend either event, you can still participate in the auction! Stay tuned as auction art will be available for preview soon.

#Spectrum2024 #HunterMuseum #HunterMuseumofAmericanArt

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Celebrate styles inspired by City as Canvas and the New York City urban art scene of the 1970s-90s during an in-gallery, immersive fashion show featuring music, dance, and fashion presented by Chery Jordan and the RUNWAY REBELS.

Thursday, October 17, 6-7pm

Regular admission applies; members and youth 17 & under are free.

City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection was organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

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Add art to your weekend:

𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸 | 𝗦𝗮𝘁, 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟭𝟮, 𝟲-𝟴𝗽𝗺
Teens are invited to the Downtown Chattanooga Public Library to learn how to use paper-mache and plaster bandages to create custom masks. Free to teens 12-18 years old. Pre-registration and guardian permission form required - click link in bio 🔗

𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 & 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 | 𝗦𝘂𝗻, 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟭𝟯, 𝟭𝗽𝗺
Get the wiggles out and charge up the creative energy before Sunday Studio with yoga for all ages!

𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 | 𝗦𝘂𝗻, 𝗢𝗰𝘁 𝟭𝟯, 𝟮-𝟰𝗽𝗺
Get crafty with the whole family with drop-in art activities inspired by artworks at the Hunter.

Regular admission applies to Family Yoga and Sunday Studio; get in free with your Chattanooga Public Library card when attending with children. As always, members and youth 17 & under are free. Generously supported by Elder’s Ace Hardware.

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How well do you know the Hunter?

Try your hand at this Hunter Museum Mini Crossword and let us know how you do!

Click the link in bio or play here: https://tinyurl.com/4tvffyxz

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Have you checked out City as Canvas yet?

When Martin Wong (1946-1999) began collecting art in the 1970s, graffiti was still considered an illicit and underground movement. An artist himself, Wong painted in a realist/representational style, but he recognized the artistic ability of up-and-coming graffiti writers.

City as Canvas includes many of the earliest surviving examples of graffiti art by writers who went on to have important careers in the arts, fashion, and music industries. Several works in this pioneering exhibition refer back to original pieces that were spray-painted on buildings or subways before being destroyed.

Currently on view at the Hunter Museum, City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection was organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny ).

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Need more hip hop in your life? We got you!

In partnership with Chattanooga Hip Hop Week, poet Erika Roberts and dancers KG and Lamont Chapman, aka “Kunstruct”, will blend dance, verse, and music in a performance celebrating our current special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

Vision + Verse
Thursday, October 10, 6-7pm

Free and open to all.

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Caption this sculpture 💬

Malvina Cornell Hoffman was an author and artist, known for her life-sized bronze sculptures. Hoffman's portrait busts usually portrayed working-class people, and this piece depicts her mother.

Malvina Cornell Hoffman (1885-1966), “Fidelia Lamson Hoffman (or My Mother),” 1918, marble. Gift of Mrs. Arthur Hays Sulzberger, 1980.19.

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The Hunter Museum has received THREE Gold Awards, one Silver Award, and one Bronze Award in the 2024 Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) Technology and Publication Competitions!

We’re excited to announce that we were recognized for two virtual media projects, a digital marketing campaign, an interactive gallery installation, and a series of mailers.

These awards acknowledge the outstanding efforts of our museum staff to create and design engaging digital materials and dynamic publications to enhance the guest experience. The Hunter is honored to be recognized by SEMC for our work!

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Happy 100th Birthday to Jimmy Carter!

The Hunter currently has several works featuring the former president on view in Gallery 17. Here are two: one is a photograph of Carter in Chattanooga, and the second is a collage depicting his role as father to his daughter, and perhaps by extension, as a father figure to the country. Visit us soon to see all the works in person!

1. Rosalind Fox Solomon (born 1930), “Jimmy Carter, Chattanooga, Tennessee,” 1975, gelatin silver print. Gift of the artist, 1979.59.

2. Robert Rauschenberg (1925 - 2008), “Presidential Inauguration (1977 Inaugural Impressions),” 1977, lithograph, 15/20. Gift of Frank E. Fowler, and funds provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, a Federal agency, 1977.37.1.

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Next Monday, October 7 from 6-8pm, Chattanooga’s Black professionals are invited to a celebration of community, culture, and connections.

Themed “Glamorous Graffiti: Art, Beats, Fashion & Dance,” October’s BP@TH includes an exploration of the Hunter’s newest exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, a performance by dancer Ryan Roberts and music from DJ MCPRO with rap by C-Grimey, a chance to leave your mark on a collective graffiti art project, and treats from BeBe’s Brunch & Soulfood.

Dress in your favorite 70s-90s East Coast styles!

Click link in bio to register 🔗

Generously sponsored by Unum, BCBST, Coca-Cola Bottling United, EPB and the Benwood Foundation.

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Add some color to your life with a @TN_Arts specialty license plate!

Every specialty plate purchased supports the arts in Tennessee – including the Hunter Museum.

🌈Learn more and get your very own #artsplate at tnspecialtyplates.org

#TNArtsCommission

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Visit the Hunter for FREE during next week’s Throwback Thursday!

✨Thursday, October 3, 4-8pm✨

Check out our permanent collection and current special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

At 5pm, kick off “spooky season” with a screening of the 1922 film “Nosferatu” accompanied by live music from musician Carl Pemberton.

From 5:30-7:30, experience the galleries through the eyes of future creative and technological leaders as they share their interpretations of works from the Hunter’s East Wing for their “STEM School Presents” student projects.

Generous support for Throwback Thursday provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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Fall Break is just around the corner..

Young creatives (grades 1-6) are invited to Fall Break Camp at the Hunter!

🎨Monday, October 14 to Friday, October 18, 9AM – 4 PM

With five unique days of art making and fun, campers will expand their creative horizons with inspiration from our special exhibit City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, organized by the Museum of the City of New York.

Non-Member: $300 for the full week
Members (Passport level and above): $240 for the full week

Click the link in bio to learn more about pricing and registration 🔗

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The Holmberg Bridge connects the Hunter Museum to downtown Chattanooga, making it simple to add a stop at the Hunter to your itinerary!

Which are your favorite downtown destinations?

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Happy Fall(s) 🍂

Welcome a season of change with a visit to your favorite museum! The Hunter frequently rotates its permanent collection to refresh your view throughout the year.

Victor De Grailly (1804 - 1889), “Niagara Falls,” circa 1850, oil on board. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Fred D. Bentley, Sr., 1998.29.3.

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Save the Date: Spectrum 2024, Graffiti Edition!

Chaired this year by Annette Allen & John Shearburn and presented for over 20 years by First Horizon, Spectrum features two memorable events:

Thursday, November 7 | A lively silent auction featuring amazing artworks and a fun after party with a DJ.

Saturday, November 9 | An unforgettable evening featuring a "street art scene" transformation of the museum's lobby and river terrace, a black-tie seated dinner and an exciting live auction.

For Spectrum 2024, we've taken inspiration from our upcoming special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection to bring you a fundraiser unlike any other.

Join us for an experience that will blend the traditional luxurious elegance of Spectrum with décor and entertainment elements reminiscent of 1980s New York City, the backdrop for some of the world's greatest street artists.

Tickets will go on sale mid-October at huntermuseum.org/spectrum – we can’t wait to see you there!

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City as Canvas is here!

Follow us to stay in the know about all upcoming exhibition-related events including a talk by featured artist Lady Pink, a walking tour exploring Chattanooga’s murals, a screenprinting workshop, and more!
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Organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny).

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Don’t miss out!

Be among the first to see our newest special exhibition, City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection, and an exclusive curator’s tour at the opening celebration tomorrow at 6pm.

We’ll see you soon at the grand reveal, but for now, enjoy this sneak peak!
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Art Wise presentations are generously sponsored by Martha Mackey.

City as Canvas is organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny).

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Impact Zones Part II

Don’t miss out on the second part of this installation by April Flanders, which demonstrates the interaction of native species in our region’s waterways with invasive species and forces.

Add your mark to the interactive wall, keeping this space in constant flux - just like the Tennessee River outside the windows!

This site-specific installation is presented by First
Horizon Foundation.

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Only one more week!

Join us for the opening celebration of our next special exhibition, City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection.

☆ Thursday, September 19 at 6pm ☆

Be among the first to experience our newest exhibition. Plus, get an exclusive, insider look at the exhibit during a gallery talk with Sean Corcoran, the Senior Curator of Prints and Photographs at the Museum of the City of New York.
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Rammellzee, “The Walk,” 1986. Acrylic and ink on board. Museum of the City of New York, Gift of Martin Wong, 94.114.33.

Organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny).

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Raise your hand if you love art ✋

So do we! From paintings and drawings to sculpture and new media, the Hunter features a collection of nearly 3,000 works illustrating the diversity of the American story.

What’s your favorite artwork in our collection?

If you don’t have one yet - get your tickets online or in-person, bring along your family and friends, and discover what makes the Hunter Museum an experience unlike any other!

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Impact Zones Part I

Created uniquely for the Hunter by artist April Flanders, this installation references the near extinction of the American Chestnut tree due to the introduction of invasive species in our region.

Visit and explore the mansion stairwell to experience this new installation for yourself.

Stay tuned for Part II!

This site-specific installation is presented by First
Horizon Foundation.

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Join us for a paddle into September 🛶

🍂Saturday, September 14, 6-10pm 🍁

Learn about artworks at the Hunter that were inspired by fall landscapes and get a chance to photograph as the sun sets on this round-trip canoe excursion that launches from Reflection Riding.

$35/person ($30/Hunter and Reflection Riding Members); Must be 16 or older. Limited spots available.

For more information and registration, click the link in bio 🔗

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Experience the rush of spray cans and concrete canvases at the Hunter’s next special exhibition, City As Canvas: Graffiti Art From The Martin Wong Collection!

This thrilling collection offers a glimpse into the often misunderstood art form of graffiti, taking the viewer through its evolution from early tagging to elaborate murals.

Mark your calendar for the opening celebration and curator’s walk through on Thursday, September 19 at 6pm!

Sane Smith, “Untitled,” c. 1989. Ink on paper. Museum of the City of New York, Gift of Martin Wong, 94.114.188.

Organized by the Museum of the City of New York (@museumofcityny).

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Don’t miss this week’s Hunter Happenings:

🖼️𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝟱, 𝟰-𝟴𝗽𝗺
Enjoy FREE admission to our permanent collection, which spans the history of American art from the colonial period to the present.

Generous support for Throwback Thursday provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

🎨𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 | 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝟴, 𝟮-𝟰𝗽𝗺
Get crafty with the whole family with drop-in art activities inspired by artworks at the Hunter. Arrive early to get the creative juices flowing with youth & family yoga at 1pm.

Regular admission applies; get in free with your Chattanooga Public Library card when attending with children. As always, members and youth 17 & under are free. Generously supported by Elder’s Ace Hardware.

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Hello September!

Charles Burchfield’s “Gateway to September” visualizes the transition between two seasons. Here, the month of August dominates most of the scene, but September is glimpsed through a large, golden-rimmed portal.

The work is filled with a buzzing flurry of life, including a cicada, moth, praying mantis, and a mysterious winged creature. The purple flowers and brown leaves have halos around them, suggesting an aura of energy surrounding each living thing.

Which month do you prefer - August or September?

Charles Ephraim Burchfield (1893 - 1967), “Gateway to September,” 1946-1956, watercolor on paper. Gift of the Benwood Foundation, 1976.3.6.

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CLOSING SOON:

This weekend is your last chance to see Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection. Its final day on view is Monday, September 2nd.

Organized by Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA. (@museumofglass)

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Last but not least: #AmericanArtistAppreciationMonth is coming to an end, but at the Hunter we celebrate American artists everyday - so stick around for even more art exploration!

Rose B. Simpson
Born 1983

A mixed-media artist from Santa Clara Pueblo, New Mexico, Rose B. Simpson has works in museum collections across the continent and has exhibited internationally.

Heavily inspired by her Pueblo heritage and mother’s and grandmother’s ceramics practices, Simpson’s work addresses themes of gender, family and marginalization. Her use of malleable clay symbolizes how people are similarly shaped by memories and experience.

Rose B. Simpson, “Vital Organ: Heart,” 2022, clay, twine, grout, glaze. Museum purchase, 2023.6. © Rose B. Simpson. Courtesy of the artist, Jessica Silverman, San Francisco, and Jack Shainman Gallery, New York.

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Should, Would, Could, DID!

Purchase a Specialty License Plate and help invest in arts and cultural activities for schools, nonprofit and public organizations across all 95 counties in Tennessee - including the Hunter Museum!

Plates can be purchased anytime at your local county clerk’s office - yearly tag fees will be prorated. Get your plate today and support the arts in Tennessee!

Go to www.TN4Arts.org to learn more 🚘

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Discover the work of contemporary African American artist and educator David Driskell in the Hunter’s portrait gallery during this week’s Vision + Verse.

🎶Thursday, August 29, 6-7pm 💬

Featuring performances by local creatives Erika Roberts and Zowie Boyd accompanied by Tom Matthews on keys, this interactive discussion invites the audience to explore the meaning of family and memory.

Free and open to all.

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Time for another #AmericanArtistAppreciationMonth highlight!

𝗞𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲
Born 1967

@karenlamonte.artist challenges the inherent qualities of glass and explores the dress form as a metaphor for gender, identity, and the human body.

In her work at the Hunter, the female body is absent yet implied through the clinging fabric. LaMonte describes clothing as our “social skin.” If clothing is one of our social languages, this sculpture raises questions about its impact on societal norms and how those norms affect our daily lives.

This contemporary glass piece, which references Classical Greek sculpture, mirrors the neoclassical architecture of the Hunter’s historic mansion where it is currently on view.

Karen LaMonte (b. 1967), “Reclining Dress Impression with Drapery,” 2006, cast glass, ed. 1/3. Museum purchase, 2008.1

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Create vibrant canvases using watercolors, acrylic paint, and a variety of collage techniques in this low-sensory mixed media art class taught by local artist Ally Manno.

🎨Saturday, August 24, 11am-12pm 🖌️

This class is designed for adults and teens with sensory sensitivities but is open to all who are interested. All experience levels are welcome.

Price (includes museum admission):
Member: $16
Adult: $20
Teen: $16

Click the link in bio to register. Limited spaces available. For questions or accessibility requests, please contact Athena Buxton at abuxton@huntermuseum.org.

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Enjoy the timeless trends of Art Deco Glass while they’re still at the Hunter!

The last day to see Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection is Monday, September 2nd.

Organized by Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA.

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The Hunter welcomes Blue Star families!

Don’t forget, we’re offering free admission to the museum for active members of the military and their families until September 2, 2024.

Just bring your military ID and present it during check-in. Come and explore.

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It’s National Nonprofit Day!

At the Hunter, we encourage our guests to see art with new eyes and learn what it means to be an American in the 21st century. We’ve filled our galleries with American art from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, showing just how diverse the American experience is.

As a nonprofit, the museum relies on your contributions through visits, memberships, and donations to make what we do possible. We thank you for your support!

#ThankYou #NationalNonprofitDay #HunterMuseum #HunterMuseumofAmericanArt

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Discover art with an impact.

Impact Zones, a two-part, site-specific art installation at the Hunter Museum by North Carolina artist and passionate naturalist April Flanders, is on its way!

Featuring stunning screenprinted vinyl plants and animals, Flander’s work explores the balance of Tennessee ecosystems. The installation in the mansion stairwell is open now and the one in the east art lounge will be on view next week!

Don’t miss out on this engaging installation presented by First Horizon Foundation.

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For this round of #AmericanArtistAppreciationMonth, let’s look at a recent addition to the Hunter’s collection:

𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗕𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀
Born 1970

Biggers is an interdisciplinary artist, working in film and video, music, sculpture, installation, and performance.

As an artist, he focuses on presenting themes of culture, history, and identity to address complex issues such as African American history, culture, and social justice. Biggers has been praised for his ability to create thought-provoking pieces that allow the viewer to see history from a different perspective.

His mixed media work at the Hunter ties wooden African sculptures to sequined portrayals of women in the Black Panther Party. Not only is Biggers literally connecting two continents with his imagery, his thought provoking piece allows us to view this history from a new perspective.

Check out the artist’s own page @sanfordbiggers to see more of his life and work!
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Sanford Biggers (b. 1970), “And?,” 2018, sequins, canvas, fabric, tar, polystyrene, Aquaresin. Museum purchase, 2023.2.a-c. Courtesy of the artist and Marianne Boesky Gallery, New York and Aspen. © Sanford Biggers.

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About the Collector:
Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection

There are over 130 glass art objects featured in the Hunter’s current special exhibition, each originally collected by contemporary glass artist David Huchthausen (born in 1951).

An avid collector from a young age, Huchthausen started his collecting journey with stamps, coins, and baseball cards. Later, as he established himself as a major glass artist in the Pacific Northwest, he began collecting art objects.

By donating these works to Museum of Glass (@museumofglass) in Tacoma, WA, Huchthausen has ensured that the collection will remain intact and serve as an invaluable educational resource for the glass movement.

Learn more about David Huchthausen at huchthausen.com.

Image: David Huchthausen at Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, Wisconsin, 1979.

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Art Deco & Dance with Ballet Esprit

🩰Thursday, August 15, 6-7pm 🩰

In an exhibit-inspired performance, Ballet Esprit will bring Art Deco Glass to life through dance and movement.

Regular admission applies; members and youth 17 & under are free.
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Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

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#AmericanArtistAppreciationMonth continues! Next up..

𝗞𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗦𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸
𝟭𝟵𝟯𝟱-P𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁

One of the best known Cherokee painters today, Kay WalkingStick was not involved with the Cherokee community until she was a young adult. As a child she lived in a primarily white community with her mother, who encouraged WalkingStick to be proud of her heritage. As she got older, the artist learned more about cultural identity and ultimately dedicated her life to celebrating Indigenous traditions and their lands.

“My present paintings of mountains and sea are vistas of memory — our America the beautiful. They are meant to glorify our land and honor those people who first lived upon it.”
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Kay WalkingStick (1935-present), “We’re Still Dancing / Taos Variation,” 2006, oil on wood panel, diptych. Museum purchase, 2007.17.

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Art Deco Dreamin’

✨Sunday, August 11, 2-4pm✨

Join us for this month’s Sunday Studio to soak up the last month of Art Deco Glass!

Enjoy drop-in art activities inspired by the Hunter’s special exhibition and hands-on experiences provided by the Chattanooga Public Library (@chattlibrary) and the Houston Museum of Decorative Arts (@houstonmuseumofdecorativearts).

At 3:30, a performance by Bella Ballerina will wrap up the afternoon.

Regular admission applies; members and youth 17 & under free. Chattanooga Public Library cardholders attending with children also free. Generously supported by Elder’s Ace Hardware.

Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection is organized by Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA.

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Hey! That looks familiar…

Check out this look-alike between our permanent collection and our special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection:

George Inness’s painting depicts a reflective mood, using soft colors to remind the viewer of a specific time of day. The small figure in the work is placed at the meeting point of a fence, the lake, and the sky while a hazy mist blurs one form into another.

David Guéron’s vase mimics the same colors in glass, giving a three-dimensional form to the depiction of the luminous landscape. What time of day does the vase’s landscape remind you of?
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1. George Inness (1825-1894), “Rosy Morning,” 1894, oil on canvas. Gift of the Joseph H. Davenport Jr. family in memory of Laura Voight and Joseph Howard Davenport, 1982.34.

2. Verrerie d’Art Degué (French, founded 1926-closed 1986), David Guéron, designer (French, born in Turkey, 1892-1950), “Vase with landscape design,” circa 1925-1929, mold-blown glass with interior and exterior crushed and powdered glass frit, and single surface acid cutting. Collection of David Huchthausen.

This exhibition is organized by Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA.

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Happy National Coloring Book Day!

Color with us today with a booklet of coloring pages that explores landscapes & sculptures and offers a clean canvas to add your own mark on Hunter classics.

Get your crayons, markers, paints, or pencils ready and click the link in bio to download 🔗

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August is #AmericanArtistAppreciationMonth!

Here at the Hunter, American art is kinda our thing - to celebrate we will be highlighting American artists in our collection all month long. First up:

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗺
𝟭𝟴𝟱𝟵-𝟭𝟵𝟯𝟱

Best known for his Impressionist portrayals of urban life, Childe Hassam was a late 19th-century painter who created over 3,000 paintings and prints - including oils, watercolors, and lithographs. A leading American Impressionist, Hassam’s work features loose brushstrokes and playful color and lighting that captures the “impression” or feeling of everyday moments.

Get an up-close look at the detailed brushstrokes during your next visit!
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1. “Reading,” 1888, Oil on panel. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. R.B. Davenport, III, 1996.1.
2. “French Tea Garden,” 1910, Oil on panel, Gift of the Benwood Foundation, 1976.3.13.

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First name: Throwback
Last name: Thursday

Stop by the Hunter this Thursday, August 1, from 4-8pm for FREE admission to our permanent collection and the special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection, organized by Museum of Glass in Tacoma, WA.

At 5pm, step back in time to the Art Deco era with a featured showing of City Lights (Charlie Chaplin’s 1931 silent film) accompanied by live music from Carl Pemberton.

Generous support for Throwback Thursday provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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Recently featured at the Hunter in our spring exhibition Networked Nature, Refik Anadol’s work has now been added to our permanent collection!

Internationally renowned for developing artificial intelligence to use in his large-scale new media pieces, Anadol uses his artwork to address the contemporary challenges of coexistence with machines.

While artificial intelligence is often used to classify, process, and generate realistic representations for the world, this series “Machine Hallucinations” explores fantasy, hallucination, and irrationality - creating an alternate understanding of artmaking.

Refik Anadol (b. 1985), “Machine Hallucinations: Satellite Simulations - C,” 2021, video (color and sound), ed. 2 of 5, 2 AP. Museum purchase, 2024.3.

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On August 5th from 6-8pm, Chattanooga’s Black professionals are invited to a celebration of community, culture, and connections.

Themed “Music, Memory, and the Love of Art,” August’s BP@TH includes an exploration of art at the Hunter by Black artists, a live performance by violinists Melody Poke and Chandler Custer, a celebration of minority business month with local organizations that support Black creatives, and treats from Chef Chasty.

Click link in bio to register 🔗

Generously sponsored by Unum, BCBST, Coca-Cola Bottling United, EPB and the Benwood Foundation.

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Say farewell to Passing Through 👋

Its last day on view in the Hunter’s mansion stairwell is this Sunday, July 28!

Find more works by Amy Pleasant across our region! The Birmingham-based artist will be featured in group exhibitions opening soon at the Johnson Lowe Gallery in Atlanta, GA and at Katia David Rosenthal Gallery in Miami, FL. Plus, her work “Untitled (Arms)” is currently on view in our Sharon Mills Gallery.

Stay tuned to see what will be installed in this space next month! It will be quite *impactful* 😉

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It’s National Ice Cream Day 🍦

We may not serve scoops at the Hunter, but check out these dreamy cones!

Which “flavor” are you picking?

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Look Up ⬆️

The large, geometric piece above the passageway between Galleries 17 & 18 was commissioned specifically for the Hunter Museum in 1975.

Made of 160 separate modular units that are installed together, this piece is over 8-ft tall and 25-ft long.

➡️ Swipe to see a behind-the-scenes installation photo from the 70s!

Doris Leeper (1929 - 2000), “Modular Wall Relief in Eight Colors,” 1972-1974, enamel on polyester and fiberglass. Museum commission, 1975.5.

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Find Your Flow 🧘

Artful Yoga is this Sunday, July 21 from 1:30 to 3pm!

All levels of yoga experience are welcome, just bring your own yoga mat! Your $5 donation supports the Hunter Museum’s educational programs.

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Treat yourself with a trip to the Hunter!

Walk in during open hours or plan your visit today at HunterMuseum.org 🌟

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We need to talk... about Art Deco Glass!

🏺Thursday, July 25 at 6pm 💬

Learn about connections between works featured in Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection and works in the Houston Museum of Decorative Arts's collection during an in-gallery discussion at the Hunter between Hunter Museum Associate Curator Lauren Nye and Houston Museum Executive Director Pam Reed.

Regular admission applies; as always, members and youth 17 & under are free.

This exhibit is organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

@houstonmuseumofdecorativearts

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Filling in the gaps..

In Gallery 2, a contemporary work on loan from @artbridgesfoundation challenges the historic portraits surrounding it.

David Clyde Driskell’s “Woman with Flowers” celebrates Black American identity through mixed media portraiture. The piece evokes Driskell’s personal history, family, and cultural identity. The vibrant bouquet memorializes his mother’s love of flowers, and the collage references her handmade quilts.

Find this work in the historic mansion’s portrait gallery!

David Clyde Driskell (1931-2020), “Woman with Flowers,” 1974, oil and collage on canvas, 37.5 x 38.5 in. On loan courtesy of Art Bridges.

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Today is the Hunter Museum of American Art’s 72nd Anniversary 🎉

The museum opened its doors on July 12th, 1952 as the George Thomas Hunter Gallery of Art. Since then, the Hunter has undergone many changes, renovations and additions, and acquired almost 3,000 pieces of art.

As we celebrate 72 years of art & inspiration, please consider supporting the museum with a donation to help us maintain and expand our collection, engage with local and internationally-renowned artists, and create unforgettable visitor experiences for children, teens and adults.

Click the link in bio to donate 🔗

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Get creative this weekend 🎨

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀 | 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸: 𝟴-𝗕𝗶𝘁 𝗝𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗿𝘆
𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟯, 𝟲-𝟴𝗽𝗺
Join us at the Downtown Chattanooga Public Library for hands-on artmaking led by Hunter Museum staff, snacks and exclusive after-hours access to the library. Learn how to create unique pins and pendants inspired by your favorite games and tv-shows.

Free to teens 12-18 years old. Click link in bio for required pre-registration and guardian permission form 🔗

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 | 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼
𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮-𝟰𝗽𝗺
Enjoy drop-in art activities inspired by the Hunter’s collection and more hands-on experiences provided by the Chattanooga Public Library (@chattlibrary), the Houston Museum of Decorative Arts (@houstonmuseumofdecorativearts), and the UTC Challenger STEM Learning Center (@challengerstemchattanooga).

Regular admission applies; members and youth 17 & under free. Chattanooga Public Library cardholders attending with children also free. Generously supported by Elder’s Ace Hardware.

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The glitz and glam of the 1920s came to life at our Art Deco Fashion Show 🌟

Inspired by our special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection, this fashion-focused experience translated the bold geometric patterns and lavish details of featured glass artworks to the wardrobe in a mix of vintage charm and modern flair.

In the 1920s and 1930s, Art Deco was popular in more than just the fine arts. It eventually became the predominant style of the times for cars, architecture, and fashion - as seen here! These timeless trends celebrate elegance and innovation.

Follow us so you don’t miss the next one! In the fall, explore fashions from the glory days of graffiti - inspired by our next special exhibition City as Canvas: Graffiti Art from the Martin Wong Collection.

#ArtDeco #ArtDecoGlass #Fashion #Timeless
#Vintage

Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

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Take a photo, it’ll last longer 📸

One of the first landscape photographers to work exclusively with color film, Eliot Porter was deemed “a master in nature’s color” by fellow photographer Ansel Adams. This photo was taken during his travels to the southwestern United States, where he captured the unique biodiversity of arid climates.

The Hunter’s collection includes almost 200 photographs. Since these works (along with prints and drawings on paper) are sensitive to light exposure, they are rotated in the galleries more frequently than other pieces.

Find this photograph and more (including five that are on view for the first time) on the upper ramp of Gallery 15.

Eliot Porter (1901 - 1990), “Grasses, New Mexico, October 1958,” 1958, dye imbibition print. Museum purchase, 1994.21.

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Happy 4th of July 🎆

Don’t forget to visit us at the Hunter today from 10am-5pm to enjoy FREE admission thanks to generous funding from Art Bridges Foundation's Access for All initiative.

Explore our permanent collection and current special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection, organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

Plus, drop-in for Art Deco-inspired artmaking for all ages from 1-3pm!

Please note: the museum closes early today at 5pm.

See you soon 👋

Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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Volunteer with us!

The Hunter is looking for new docents who enjoy working with others to be enthusiastic teachers, ambassadors, and tour guides who help link art and the community.

No background in art or teaching is necessary, just a love for learning and sharing American art with others. Training starts in August and takes place every Tuesday morning through September.

If you’re interested in becoming a Hunter Museum docent, please contact Christine Bespalec at cbespalec@huntermuseum.org.

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Let Freedom Ring 🔔

Celebrate Independence Day with a visit to the Hunter for FREE all day long on July 4th!

Thanks to generous funding from Art Bridges Foundation's Access for All initiative, the Hunter is offering free admission during open hours (10am - 5pm) this Thursday.

Check out the Hunter’s permanent collection spanning the history of American art from the colonial period to the present day as well as our special exhibition Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection, organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

From 1-3pm, get crafty and create your own Art Deco-inspired artwork!

Please note: the museum will close early on this day at 5pm.

Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

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Make the most of your Hunter membership and support even more arts in Chattanooga!

Hunter Museum members get 15% off a new membership with the Association for Visual Arts (@ava_associationforvisualarts). Show your Hunter Museum membership card to AVA guest services to receive the discount.

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There’s only 1 month left to see Passing Through at the Hunter!

Featuring the works of Birmingham-based artist Amy Pleasant (@amyapleasant), these large-scale canvases and paintings overtake the walls of the Hunter’s historic mansion stairwell, welcoming visitors to our early American galleries until July 28th.

Her figurative silhouettes deal with complex subjects, connecting traditions of American portraiture with contemporary themes of identity and human behaviors.

If you’ve enjoyed these works, don’t worry! A painting by Amy Pleasant was recently acquired into the Hunter’s permanent collection and is currently on view in the Sharon Mills Gallery!

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Unleashing creativity one doodle at a time!

We love seeing how our visitors have turned their inspirations into incredible artworks on our east lounge interactive screen. Swipe to see the magic they've created! 🖌️

Don’t forget to leave your own mark in this space on your next visit 🌟

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Function vs Form

Because of their functionality in the home, Art Deco objects quickly gained popularity and spread from Europe to the US.

Artists in hot glass studios across Europe developed groundbreaking techniques to make hand-finished functional objects created in multiples and series. This made these beautiful pieces more affordable than one-of-a-kind objects.

Due to this accessibility, Art Deco became the predominant style of its time for functional objects including cars, architecture, fashion, and decorative home goods like those seen in Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection - currently on view at the Hunter!

Which of these vases would you choose to decorate your space?

Art Deco Glass from the David Huchthausen Collection organized by Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA.

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Curious about the role of a museum curator?

Watch the full episode of An Artful Life with the Hunter’s Chief Curator Nandini Makrandi to learn more about what a curator does from acquiring new artworks to arranging works in the gallery to organizing exhibitions and more!

Click the link in our bio for the full conversation 🔗

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