For the rest of the month, "Made by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship" will allow you to see the work of the students and alumni of Boston's remarkable North Bennet Street School.
Sheraton Hall Table Artist: Bradly Wolcott, 2012 graduate of the school’s cabinet & furniture program
Materials: mahogany, satinwood, holly, ebony
The school describes this exhibit as:
"Made by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship" features dozens of one-of-a-kind objects created by North Bennet Street School students and alumni – including a classic Sheraton hall table, an exquisite diamond sapphire ring, several handsomely finished violins and intricately constructed hand-bound books."
Halo Pendant Artist: Geraldine Kish Perry, 2000 graduate of the school’s jewelry making program
Materials: 18kg and spessartite garnet pendant
So, if you happen to be on the Greenway during the week or are looking for a destination for a visit to that area, here's the scoop. (Note: this is not open on weekends.)
Field Book of Western Wild Flowers by Margaret Armstrong Artist: Erin Fletcher, 2013 graduate of the school’s bookbinding program Materials: leather, embroidery, acrylic, handmade paper, gouache, gold leaf
QUICK FACTS:
Event: Made by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship
Where: Main Lobby, Two International Place, Boston, MA
When: Monday, May 12 through Friday, May 30, 2014
Hours: weekdays, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Admission: Free
Handicap Access: Yes
Reservations: Not required.
Nearest parking: Two International Place garage and limited street parking (metered).
Nearest T stops: South Station (Red line), Aquarium (Blue Line)
More Information: call 617-227-0155, ext. 170; visit http://www.nbss.edu/ae2014; or email cjankowski@nbss.edu.
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Details:
Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photos: courtesy of North Bennet Street School
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