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Waterfront art gallery receives $600000 in donations – Tbnewswatch.com
THUNDER BAY – For Gail and Brian Scott, the arts are an important part of any community and can help foster healing and inspiration.
“People can look at one piece and have different feelings about it,” Gail said. “Maybe their own problem are solved or realized in a different way so they can have a different perspective on how they feel about themselves or the world around them. It’s an uplifting kind of feeling.”
“I think it’s important because it’s inspirational. It gives people something to dream about or think bigger,” Brian added. “It’s like you’re in a different place.”
This is what motivated Gail and Brian Scott to donate $150,000 to the new waterfront art gallery capital campaign.
The $150,000 is part of the more than $600,000 in donations to the capital campaign announced on Friday at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery.
“With these donations it brings us to $2.5 million that’s been raised and our goal is $3.5 million,” said Sharon Godwin, director of the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. “We are going to be soon coming to the community on a more public campaign, but at this moment we are talking to donors who are interested in supporting the project.”
The Paterson Foundation, which already has a gallery at the current location named after it for past donations, donated $250,000 toward the new waterfront location.
“We’ve supported the arts for many years,” said Alexander Paterson, president of the Paterson Foundation. “That was easy. When we heard they were building an art gallery on the waterfront, we have some 25 miles of waterfront in Thunder Bay that is wounded from the past glory days of our economic past, getting people to the waterfront is a huge revitalization for the city of Thunder Bay.”
The $33 million project has received $21.8 million from the federal and provincial governments and $5.7 million from the city of Thunder Bay.
Other donations announced on Friday include $100,000 from Maurice and Jackie Black, $25,000 donated individually by Ken Boshcoff, Greg and Carol Ann Brumpton, and Cathy MacDonald, and corporate gifts of $10,000 from TBT Engineering and $25,000 from Bruno’s Contracting.
“For us it’s really meaningful that the people that are coming forward to give donations really understand the importance of the new gallery for everybody who lives in this community because it is for everyone,” Godwin said. “Many of them have been longtime members but not all. So they are coming forward and they understand what the impact of the gallery has been over the last 45 years so they want to support that growth in the new facility.”
Godwin said construction is expected to start by the end of this year and it is estimated to take two years to complete.
But for Gail and Brian Scott, it will be worth it for the people of Thunder Bay and they hope others will donate as well.
“I realize there are so many worthy causes to donate to, hospitals and food banks, these are all very worthy causes for funds, but we have to encourage the artistic elements in the city and let people dream big,” Gail said.
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The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has reopened its doors to the public after a fire swept through the historic building in central London. While the gallery has resumed operations, the rest of the iconic site remains closed “until further notice.”
On Saturday, approximately 125 firefighters were called to the scene to battle the blaze, which sent smoke billowing across the city. Fortunately, the fire occurred in a part of the building not housing valuable artworks, and no injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Despite the disruption, art lovers queued outside the gallery before it reopened at 10:00 BST on Sunday. One visitor expressed his relief, saying, “I was sad to see the fire, but I’m relieved the art is safe.”
The Clark family, visiting London from Washington state, USA, had a unique perspective on the incident. While sightseeing on the London Eye, they watched as firefighters tackled the flames. Paul Clark, accompanied by his wife Jiorgia and their four children, shared their concern for the safety of the artwork inside Somerset House. “It was sad to see,” Mr. Clark told the BBC. As a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, he was particularly relieved to learn that the painter’s famous Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear had not been affected by the fire.
Blaze in the West Wing
The fire broke out around midday on Saturday in the west wing of Somerset House, a section of the building primarily used for offices and storage. Jonathan Reekie, director of Somerset House Trust, assured the public that “no valuable artefacts or artworks” were located in that part of the building. By Sunday, fire engines were still stationed outside as investigations into the fire’s origin continued.
About Somerset House
Located on the Strand in central London, Somerset House is a prominent arts venue with a rich history dating back to the Georgian era. Built on the site of a former Tudor palace, the complex is known for its iconic courtyard and is home to the Courtauld Gallery. The gallery houses a prestigious collection from the Samuel Courtauld Trust, showcasing masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Among the notable works are pieces by impressionist legends such as Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Vincent Van Gogh.
Somerset House regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and public events, including its popular winter ice skating sessions in the courtyard. However, for now, the venue remains partially closed as authorities ensure the safety of the site following the fire.
Art lovers and the Somerset House community can take solace in knowing that the invaluable collection remains unharmed, and the Courtauld Gallery continues to welcome visitors, offering a reprieve amid the disruption.
Sudbury’s annual art and music festival is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating its long-standing impact on the local cultural scene. The festival, which has grown from a small community event to a major celebration of creativity, brings together artists, musicians, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of vibrant performances and exhibitions.
The event features a diverse range of activities, from live music performances to art installations, workshops, and interactive exhibits that highlight both emerging and established talent. This year’s milestone celebration will also honor the festival’s history by showcasing some of the artists and performers who have contributed to its success over the years.
Organizers are excited to see how the festival has evolved, becoming a cornerstone of Sudbury’s cultural landscape. “This festival is a celebration of creativity, community, and the incredible talent we have here in Sudbury,” said one of the event’s coordinators. “It’s amazing to see how it has grown and the impact it continues to have on the arts community.”
With this year’s milestone celebration, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full lineup of exciting events, workshops, and performances that will inspire and engage attendees of all ages.
The festival’s milestone is not just a reflection of its past success but a celebration of the continued vibrancy of Sudbury’s arts scene.
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