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Harwood 100: Open Wall

November 2, 1:00–5:00pm

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All local artists are invited to exhibit their work in this self–curated exhibition series that honors Harwood’s democratic origins.

Harkening back to Harwood’s 1940s history when anyone from Taos County could hang a work of art in the galleries as part of a $5.00 annual membership, we invite our community to three opportunities to participate in an open hanging of their own artworks in the Joyce and Sherman Scott Gallery.

Hanging is first-come, first serve––lining up early is encouraged. Artists install their work beginning at 1pm and ending at 5pm. Enjoy music, light hors d’oeuvres, and beverages while you share your work with fellow participating artists. Harwood Museum of Art provides wall space, pedestals, hammers, and nails. All artistic media are welcome that can be installed within a 20-minute time limit. Each artist is limited to one work of art. Art from artists that are not present will not be allowed.

$5 donation encouraged. All proceeds go to entertainment and refreshments for Open Wall program.

Terms & Conditions

The Harwood Museum of Art is not responsible for any damage or theft of art during Open Wall. Artwork is exhibited at the artist’s own risk.

June 1 participating artists are responsible for removing all artwork from the Harwood Museum of Art on Wednesday, August 2 between 8am and 6pm. Any artwork unclaimed by Wednesday, August 2 at 6pm will be donated to the charity of Harwood Museum of Art’s choice.

August 3 participating artists are responsible for removing all artwork from the Harwood Museum of Art on Wednesday, November 1 between 8am and 6pm. Any artwork unclaimed by Wednesday, November 1 at 6pm will be donated to the charity of Harwood Museum of Art’s choice.

November 2 participating artists are responsible for removing all artwork from the Harwood Museum of Art on Monday, January 29, 2024 between 8am and 6pm. Any artwork unclaimed by Monday, January 29, 2024 at 6pm will be donated to the charity of Harwood Museum of Art’s choice.

With participation, Harwood Museum of Art is given the right to use artist and artwork images for educational programs or public relations purposes.

**to be filled out on day of event.

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Harwood Centennial Sponsors

Lead

Betty Thom Foster Special Exhibitions Endowment

Presenting

Beatrice Mandelman and Louis Ribak Legacy Endowment  

Joyce and Sherman Scott

Major

Supporting

Cindy Atkins 

Georgia O’Keeffe Museum  

Traci Chavez-McAdams and Scott McAdams 

 

Harwood Centennial is made possible by the generous support of Henry Luce Foundation, Maryann Evans, Joyce and Sherman Scott, 203 Fine Art, Arroyo Seco Live, Inc., The University of New Mexico Office of Academic Affairs, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Traci Chavez-McAdams and Scott McAdams, Casa Benavides Inn, New Mexico Arts, a division of the Department of Cultural Affairs, and by the National Endowment for the Arts, Clean Taos, Harwood Museum Alliance, Inc., JLH Media, Invisible City Designs, Randall Lumber & Hardware, Barbara Brenner, Ms. Bornstein, Cindy Atkins, Karen & Scott Seitter, Centinel Bank of Taos, and Taos Fall Arts. Additional funding is provided through the Betty Thom Foster Special Exhibitions Endowment and the Beatrice Mandelman and Louis Ribak Legacy Endowment of the Harwood Museum of Art.

Contributing

Casa Benavides Inn, Clean Taos, Goldleaf Framers, Harwood Museum Alliance, Inc., Invisible City Designs, JLH Media, Randall Lumber & Hardware