{"id":1292,"date":"2015-05-15T10:10:00","date_gmt":"2015-05-15T10:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bostonzest.com\/?p=1292"},"modified":"2015-05-15T10:10:00","modified_gmt":"2015-05-15T10:10:00","slug":"north-bennet-street-schools-made-by-hand-an-exhibit-of-extraordinary-craftsmanship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/bostonzest.com\/?p=1292","title":{"rendered":"North Bennet Street School’s “Made by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship”"},"content":{"rendered":"

The North Bennet Street School<\/a> is a Boston treasure where students follow their hearts and make their career dreams come true. From May 18th to the 29th, 2015 the school presents, "Made by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship."<\/a> (details below)<\/p>\n

At this event, you can view dozens of one-of-a-kind objects created by North Bennet Street School students and alumni. <\/p>\n

If you've been following along with us for the past decade, you know that this BostonZest team is a big fan of fine craftsmanship. We admit to having a fascination with this magical place and the people who make it so special. Here are a few examples of what to expect.<\/p>\n

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Title: Spice Cabinet Artist: Chris Anderson, Materials: walnut, holly, black locust, red cedar<\/p>\n

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Title: Samurai Chain Mail Bracelet Artist: John Gifford,  Materials: 18-karat yellow gold<\/p>\n

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Title: 1580 Gasparo Da Salo (copy) Artist: Julia Felix, Materials: Ebony, Bosnian Maple, European Spruce<\/p>\n

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Title: The Robin and the Wren, Artist: Becky Koch, Materials: cave paper, goat skin<\/p>\n

QUICK FACTS:<\/h2>\n

Once again, we must thank the information team at NBSS for putting together this great quick facts guide for our readers.<\/p>\n

Event title<\/strong>: \u201cMade by Hand: an exhibit of extraordinary craftsmanship\u201d<\/p>\n

Where<\/strong>: Windgate Gallery, North Bennet Street School, 150 North Street, Boston MA  02109<\/p>\n

When<\/strong>: weekdays, May 18 through May 29, 2015 (closed Tuesday, May 19), and Saturday May 23<\/p>\n

Hours<\/strong>: weekdays, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. (Friday, May 29, 8:00am \u2013 noon.) Saturday 9:00am \u2013 4:30pm<\/p>\n

Admission<\/strong>: Free<\/p>\n

Handicap Access<\/strong>: Yes<\/p>\n

Reservations<\/strong>: Not required for the main exhibition. Pre-arranged guided tours of the school available, provided reservations are made at least one day in advance.<\/p>\n

Parking: <\/strong>Limited street parking (metered) and discounted parking at the Parcel 7 garage –http:\/\/www.nbss.edu\/about\/the-boston-area\/visit\/index.aspx#<\/a>  <\/p>\n

Nearest T stop: <\/strong>Haymarket (Orange, Green lines)<\/p>\n

Directions: via Google maps – <\/strong>http:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/97sY4<\/a><\/p>\n

More exhibition details: <\/strong>http:\/\/www.nbss.edu\/about\/news\/student-and-alumni-exhibit2015\/index.aspx<\/a>
More about NBSS full-time programs and workshops: <\/strong>http:\/\/www.nbss.edu<\/a><\/p>\n

In conjunction with the annual exhibition, a limited number of daily guided tours will be offered beginning Wednesday, May 20th. Tours must be scheduled at least one day in advance. For reservations, contact Chris Jankowski at 617-227-0155, x170 and cjankowski@nbss.edu<\/a>. <\/p>\n

This is a wonderful opportunity to discover this amazing place full of very talented people.<\/p>\n

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