For Love of the Land: Painting the Texas Landscape showcases the work of historic and contemporary painters in a beautiful expression of love for the alluring nature of the state’s ever-changing terrain. You do not have to travel far in Texas to experience vast panoramic views. The skies here stretch farther and wider than most people can imagine; sunrises and sunsets are … [Read more...]
The Grace’s New Science Center at Abilene Heritage Square
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 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...]
The Grace Makes Gallery Upgrades, Adds Virtual Tours
It’s been 31 years since the doors of the new Grace Cultural Center opened to the public. After years of persistent fundraising, planning and renovations of the old Hotel Grace building, the ribbon-cutting day in February 1992 was a dream come true for many people in Abilene. It pointed towards a brighter future for our city on the very cusp of a revitalized downtown. As … [Read more...]