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Western Art Council
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The Western Art Council is devoted to a broad vision of the art of the American West. This vision traditionally combines the complex blend of cultures, landscapes, historical forces, and artistic traditions that shape our ever-evolving notion of the West. Your membership supports the collection, interpretation, and preservation of Western and Native American fine art.
To join WAC, or for more information contact the Council's Coordinator at 760.322.4888.
"Hey WAC Member,
Share the Fun! Let your friends and neighbors know about our events and mission. Met someone new at your club? Tell them about WAC. Did a new neighbor move in? Invite them to an event. Don't be shy. Share the fun and help expand our membership."
Jackie Lockington
Co-Chairman, Membership
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2011-2012 WACtivities
(Click on the event title for more information)
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
July 8-15, 2012
TBD
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Coffman Conversations with Collectors
Day Tour: Getty Villa, Malibu & Getty Center, Los Angeles
WAC Annual Fundraiser
Coffman Conversations with Collectors
Annual Meeting/Lecture/Luncheon
Western Art Council Calgary Stampede: 100th Anniversary
Spurs Brunch
Western Art Salon Series |
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Take a Trip with WAC
WAC is excited to offer museum members and their guests to join us on our custom-designed Western Art Tours. The museum's curatorial staff and members in the know arrange for our tours to the finest collections throughout the region and the country. Our tours combine camaraderie and fun with exclusive access and enrichment that you can expect from a WAC program. All tours have limited seating.
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Day Tour: Getty Villa on the Malibu Coast & Getty Center in the Hollywood Hills
Thursday, February 2, 2012
7:30 a.m. -6:30 p.m.
$95 per person
Join the Western Art Council of the Palm Springs Art Museum as we visit the Getty Villa in Malibu, then journey to the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. The Villa is an educational center and museum dedicated to the study of ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan arts and culture. We then traveled to The Getty Museum to view its world renowned collection of European and American Art from the Medieval period to the present set against the backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views from the Santa Monica Coast to the Hollywood Hills.
Have lunch, shop, and explore the many galleries, exhibitions, and the fabulous gardens
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Extended Art Tour: Calgary Stampede, the 100th Anniversary
July 8-15, 2012
Join the Western Art Council for an amazing tour to Alberta's Calgary, Lake Louise and Banff, where participants will experience the unique culture through special access to private historic and contemporary western art collections, museums and galleries. Members will be immersed in the lively arts scene, local cuisine, and cultural life of Calgary and surrounding areas of note. Curator, Christine Giles will escort our group.
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For Members Only
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Coffman Conversations with Collectors
Host: Anne and Ken LaConde
Saturday, January 21, 2012
1 – 3 p.m.
Host: Mary Ingebrand-Pohlad
Saturday, March 24, 2012
1 – 3 p.m.
This unique educational “show & tell” event is informative, educational, and fun. Join the Western Art Council for a lovely afternoon of friendship and fine art. Members are invited to bring an art object or collectable to share and tell their stories. Invitations will be mailed to WAC members and attendance is limited.
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Spurs Appreciation Brunch at Rancho Ellenita
Host: Ellen Lloyd Trover, Western Art Council Chairman
TBD
11 a.m.
Free to WAC Spurs Members Only
Each year, WAC Spur Members are invited to our annual Spurs party. This exclusive event is a special "Thank you!" for those members who commit to support WAC's mission of fostering the appreciation of Western Art at the Spur Membership levels.
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Western Art Salon Series
The Western Art Salon series is designed to provide a unique learning experience as we explore the history and heritage of our community through fine art in a social and welcoming atmosphere. These intimate events are complementary to Western Art Council Platinum Spur members and open to all guests for a nominal fee. If you are not a member of WAC, we urge you to join us. If you are already a member, we encourage you to upgrade your membership level. Two special events are planned. Details to follow.
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Annual Meeting, Lecture, and Luncheon
Thursday, April 18, 2012
10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Smoke Tree Ranch
$65 WAC members, $75 Non-WAC Members
Join the Western Art Council at our Annual Meeting, Lecture and Luncheon. Each year WAC gets together to look back on the exciting year just completed and elect the board that will lead the next season’s events. After the meeting, kick back and enjoy an education program with preeminent lecturers, who have included Irvine Museum Director Jean Stern and Native American basketry expert Natalie Linn. Following the always intriguing lecture, have lunch with the posse at the Smoke Tree Ranch Dining Hall for a spectacular western-themed buffet.
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