Submissions Now Being Accepted for Newport Annual 2020 Art Exhibit
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Submissions Now Being Accepted for Newport Annual 2020 Art Exhibit
The extended deadline to submit work is Friday, October 4.
The Newport Annual 2020 will be on display from January 25, 2020, to April 26, 2020, at the Griswold House.
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For over 30 years, the Newport Annual Members’ Juried Exhibition has been one of the top events in Rhode Island for artists, curators, and collectors.
This year, the Newport Art Museum is expanding the entry to artists throughout New England.
Dr. Sharon Matt Atkins, Director of Curatorial Affairs at the Brooklyn Museum, will be the 2020 exhibition juror.
In addition to selecting featured artists for The Newport Annual exhibition, the juror will also award the following cash prizes:
- Best-in-Show: $1000
- Second Place: $100
- Third Place: $100
- Members’ Prize: $100
10 Great Things to do in Newport This Weekend - September 6, 2019
September 6
Annual Army-Navy Baseball Game at Cardines Field
The Naval War College will host its third annual Cardines Classic, World War I era baseball game between Army and Navy.
The game will be played by students from the Naval War College dressed in period era jerseys.
Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. and the first pitch is set for 5:30 p.m.
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PHOTO: Nick Lima/Wikipedia
September 6
Newport Secret Garden Tour at Kingscote
This September, the annual Newport Secret Garden Tours opens its gates to a plethora of stunning gardens in historic Newport.
These private gardens are shared with the community to help raise funds for the Arts Education programs in the Island’s public schools.
Tours begin at 10 a.m.
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PHOTO: Newport Secret Garden
September 6
Felix Brown Band at Newport Blues Cafe
Don't miss the Felix Brown Band at Newport Blues Cafe on Friday night.
The music begins at 9 p.m.
September 6
Local Forcast at Jamestown Arts Center
Pop-up Exhibition featuring select Jamestown Artists and Team JAC.
Exhibiting Artists:
Jillian Barber
Lisa Barsumian
Roger Birn
Eliza Boyer
Jennifer and David Clancy
Elizabeth Congdon
Peter Diepenbrock
Daniel Forester
Joan Hall
Dianne Harrison
Peter Marcus
Georgia Marsh
Susan Matthews
Elaine Porter
Rene Stawicki
Onne van der Wal
Jane McNally Wright
Josy Wright
The event begins at 6 p.m.
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September 7
History Space Program at Newport Historical Society
This summer the Newport Historical Society expands the popular History Space initiative with a series of costumed interpretation programs at the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House, with expert historical interpreter Seán O’Brien.
In September O’Brien will discuss specific themes relating to colonial Newport while sharing details about early life in this historic seaport.
The event begins at 11 a.m.
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September 7
Cars and Coffee at Marble House
Kick-off your Saturday morning with a fresh cup of coffee while looking at some cool cars at the Marble House.
The event begins at 7:30 a.m.
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PHOTO: Audrain Auto
September 7
Newport International Polo Series at Newport Polo Grounds
Witness the excitement of one of the fastest ball sports in the world, played at thoroughbred racing speed when Team USA/Newport takes on challengers from around the world and major U.S. Cities in the Newport International Polo Series.
Entering its 28th season, audiences of several thousand attend the weekly contests, one of Newport’s most popular summer attractions, a Gilded Age tradition, open to the public.
The match begins at 5 p.m.
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September 8
Thinking of You at Imago Gallery in Warren
Rina Naik will present recent abstract landscape paintings that are “rooted in memories” of the New England scenery. Responding to a recent loss, these atmospheric paintings capture fleeting memories. As an artist with a deep interest in design, Naik is interested in “both the observed and the experiential.”
Naik has an MFA in Interior Design and a certificate in drawing and painting from RISD Continuing Education (RISD|CE); she teaches at RISD|CE and Endicott College.
The event begins at 4 p.m.
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PHOTO: Work by Rina Naik/Imago Foundation
September 8
Industry Night at Top of Newport
Join every Sunday and receive your first specialty cocktail or beer on us with the purchase of any entrée.
Don't forget to tell your server where you work to partake in this offer.
The event begins at 4 p.m.
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September 8
Traditional Irish Music Session at Fastnet Irish Pub
Live traditional Irish music every Sunday night, hosted by A. O. Gutierrez, Tim May, and Jack Wright.
Family-friendly- arrive early to secure a table if you plan on eating.
The event goes from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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