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Poking Fun: Political Puns and Social Satire in the Genre Paintings of William Sidney Mount

Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan, St. James
Subtle humor injected into scenes of country life by this world-renowned 19th century Long Island artist brought smiles to the lips of those in the know.

"Washington Crossing the Delaware": The Story Behind the Painting

Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan, St. James
This lecture provides an in-depth analysis of events culminating in Washington's pivotal victory at Trenton early in the morning of December 26, 1776, linked to Leutze's iconic painting.

The Quest for Porcelain: Art, Alchemy and the Transformative Power of Fire

Nicholas Zumbulyadis, Rochester
Trace how artisans, alchemists, and early chemists working across three continents and since the dawn of civilization, jointly created the first artificial material -- one that is both commonplace, and the stuff of legend.

Brooklyn Bridge Forever: A Monument in Stone and Steel

John B. Manbeck, Brooklyn
The first bridge to connect the cities of Brooklyn and New York, the Brooklyn Bridge is a majestic work of art in stone and steel. It is also a practical conduit that proved crucial to New York City's growth and prosperity.

Images of the African Diaspora in New York City Community Murals

Jane Weissman, New York
Based on the traveling exhibition of the same title, "Images of the African Diaspora in New York City Community Murals" explores how African and Caribbean art, history, religion and myth have influenced mural themes and content.

Aristotle's E-Mail: Friendship in the Cyber Age

Timothy J. Madigan, Rochester
Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn and other such programs allow us to be “friends” with hundreds, if not thousands of people. But just what makes a person a friend?

Ancient Pompeii in the Year 79 A.D.

Mario Macaluso, Plainview
Ancient Pompeii on August 24, 79 A.D. - the day when the city was destroyed by a cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.

Forgers and Fakes: Studies in Art and Character

Evie T. Joselow, New York
This presentation focuses on specific cases and some of the most interesting characters in 19th and 20th century art forgery, from the well-known criminal to the not-so-well-known minor felons. Their tales, including triumphs, tribulations, and even trials, raise questions about artistic authorship, art historical scholarship, and authenticity. Such stories and personages will find an audience that loves intrigue, espionage, and justice.

New York City's Lower East Side: A Revolving Door for Immigrants

Thorin Tritter, New York
This lecture traces the waves of immigrants that have made the Lower East Side their home over the past 180 years, between 1820 and today.

Surrealism and the Search for the Marvelous through the Visual Arts

Dennis Raverty, New York
The Surrealists descended into a realm almost as dark as hell itself: the unconscious mind. This lecture shows how they tried to let in the light.

Protest & Celebration: Community Murals in New York City

Jane Weissman, New York
For nearly 40 years, community murals, collaborations between artists and community groups, have enlivened and enriched New York City’s visual landscape.

The Great Goddess of Prehistory: A Primer

Cristina Biaggi, Palisades
An introduction to the ancient female deity, her power and diverse personalities, her impact on world cultures and her relevance for today.

Imagining the "Highlands of the Hudson" in Nineteenth-Century America

Stephen P. Rice, Mahwah
See how artists and writers in the nineteenth century depicted one of the most scenic and celebrated stretches of the Hudson River, the "Highlands of the Hudson."

Utopia: Living in a Nowhere Land

Timothy J. Madigan, Rochester
We often talk about “utopias,” but is there such a thing as a “perfect world”? And would you really want to live in it if there were?

Mural Art as History: A "Look" at 20th Century Women as Catalysts for Change in When Women Pursue Justice

Janet Braun-Reinitz, Brooklyn
The mural, When Women Pursue Justice, functions as both a primary and secondary source for exploring the achievements and contributions of American women as catalysts for change in the 20th century.

New York City as "Jerusalem on the Hudson:" The Spiritual Legacy of the Hudson River School of Painters

Ronald J. Brown, Elmhurst
Discover the mystical power of the landscape of the Hudson River Valley that would one day give rise to a new civilization.

How Cars Conquered Our Cities

Brian Ladd, Altamont
We have rebuilt our cities to fit our cars. How have cars changed cities? What have we gained and lost in the process?

Gian Lorenzo Bernini and His Baroque Creations in Rome

Mario Macaluso, Plainview
Discover 17th century artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini, who changed the face of Rome with his Baroque creations.

Sanctuary, Temple and Synagogue

Robert R. Stieglitz, Forest Hills
This lecture will explore the origin of the synagogue and its decorative art in Hellenistic Jewish communities (3rd – 1st centuries B.C.E).

The Mexican Muralist Movement and the American Artists It Influenced

Jaime Arredondo, Long Island City
Mexico's rich cultural heritage has attracted artists from all over the world -- and led to a cross-fertilization of ideas between some of the greatest artists of Mexico and the United States.

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