The Grace Museum is making plans to partner with an exciting community project called Abilene Heritage Square. This project is the transformation of the 1924 Abilene High School (later Lincoln Middle School) at the intersection of South 1st and Grape Streets into a multi-use facility now known as Abilene Heritage Square (AHS). This eight-acre space that has served the community … [Read more...]
Grace Volunteer of the Year Enjoys Helping Museum
Sue Pecoraro never considered her volunteer time at The Grace Museum as noticeably significant. She certainly never imagined being named 2023 Volunteer of the Year. “I was so surprised when the museum’s director, Laura, called to give me the news! I didn't even know there was such an opportunity,” she said. But Pecoraro had given a lot more than she realized. Pecoraro … [Read more...]
Grace Exhibition Celebrates Black Artists
Artists must observe their surroundings very closely. Do you see that tree? Notice the different shapes of its leaves. Now, draw them. See those shadows on the ground? What colors are they? Now, paint them. Can you see the texture of that bird’s feathers? Really look… Professor Biggers often called attention to the importance of observation in his art classes at Texas … [Read more...]
Witness: Black Artists in Texas, Then and Now
"I invite everyone to the table. The language that I use in my art is universal as well as personal, and intimate. I share memories by storytelling through sewing, printmaking and painting." - Delita Martin Witness: Black Artists in Texas, Then and Now is curated to celebrate major contributions of Black artists of the past and present throughout the state. The creative … [Read more...]
Grace Gala Honors Long-Time Volunteer, Supporter
Gay Beitscher generously gives her time, energy, ideas, and dollars to The Grace Museum and other local groups. She truly loves and supports the arts, and Abilene is all the better for it. The Grace will honor Gay at its annual Grace Gala fundraiser Sept. 30. Why does she support the arts? “If not me, then who?” Gay said. “Art adds something beautiful and happy to our … [Read more...]