Bus Trip to Davenport, Iowa

Friday, October 20, 2006

Departure from Lakeview at 7 a.m.
Estimated return at 5:45 p.m.

Visit the Studios of Isabel Bloom.

See how artisans create these popular figurines, statues, fountains and other ornaments.

Light refreshments will be served, and time will be allowed for browsing and shopping.

Tour the Figge Art Museum.

Via guided tours and short lectures, learn about the origins and design of this splendid new "urban icon" and its fine collections.

• Midwest Regionalist paintings by Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton and John Steuart Curry

• Haitian art

• Mexican Colonial and Hudson River School pieces

• Extra treat: Special exhibit of works by
  avant-garde photographer Robert ParkeHarrison.

End of Figge Art Museum list.

Enjoy video presentations, handouts and, as we head for home, delicious snacks and drinks on board the bus.

Price

$35.00 for Fine Arts Society members

$40.00 for non-members

Lunch will be on our own at a restaurant or café near the Figge Art Museum.

Cancellation must be made before September 30 to obtain refund.

Please contact Jackie Krag for information/reservations. Telephone: (309) 691-4853

Tickets also are available online through ArtsPartners.