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Discover American Art's Golden Age with a de Young museum docent.
Join us for a captivating journey through American art as we host a special presentation by Alfred Escoffier, a docent from the de Young Museum in San Francisco.
Discover the vibrant world of "American Impressions: A New Look at American Art," an extraordinary exhibition spanning over a century of artistic innovation.
In this talk we will explore the dynamic period from 1848 to 1960, showcasing how American artists responded to their rapidly changing world.
In particular, it will unveil:
The talk will explore the themes that defined this transformative era:
This will be a unique opportunity to gain insider insights into this remarkable collection, generously gifted by Bernard and Barbro Osher.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Talk/Lecture | Performance & Arts |
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The Library was designed by the firm of Bull, Stockwell, and Allen. The architectural style is that of the 19th century railroad yard in Tiburon.
The site is part of the landfill of the 1890s done to create the railroad yard. Windows frame views of the marsh lands and Old St. Hilary's Open Space preserve.
The expanded library was designed by Brown Reynolds Watford Architecture and added approximately 9,000 square feet, bringing the total size of the library to about 19,500 square feet.