Connecticut Fiber Arts Collective Honors Romare Bearden at the Hartford Public Library

Art, History and Social Activism: CtFAC Honors Romare Bearden

Date: On display December 17, 2014-March 13, 2015
Location: Downtown Library 3rd Floor Gallery

In honor of the recent arrival of two spectacular Romare Bearden murals at Hartford Public Library, The Connecticut Fiber Arts Collective (CtFAC) presents a special exhibit that pays homage to the stylistic works of Bearden, his commitment to civil rights and his contributions to the African-American jazz and art communities. CtFAC has created a collection of works in textiles, fiber, mixed media and surface design celebrating and recognizing one of the greatest visual artists of the 20th century.

A special reception to meet the artists of CtFAC will be held on January 17, 2015, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. in the 3^rd floor Hartford History Center. This event is free and open to the public. - See more at: http://www.hplct.org/classes-seminars-exhibits#sthash.ehzy0RMn.dpuf

Hartford Public Libarary 500 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 (860)695-6300 Mon - Thurs 10 am - 8 pm Fri & Sat 10 am - 5 pm Sun (Nov - Apr) 1 pm - 5pm

- See more at: http://www.hplct.org/locations-hours/downtown#sthash.L1TX4i4T.dpuf