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JOIN US FOR THE
38th ANNUAL BRAZOS FORUM
The Evolution of American Art

Friday, October 18th, 2024 | 9:00am – 2:30pm | Mayborn Museum

Enjoy illustrated presentations on:

Creating an Art for the People: Hits and Flops in Early U.S. Art

How should an American President be portrayed? Should U.S. art moralize and elevate? Or should it be approachable and entertaining? And just what defines the American identity? U.S. artists sought to answer these questions (and more) in the years following Independence — and met with varying degrees of success.

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The Homes, Treasures, and Artistic Life of Huguette Clark and Her Empty Mansions

Bill Dedman will offer stunning visuals to bring the rich story of the W.A. Clark family to life. We will tour the palatial Clark homes, see their treasures, and learn the secrets of the extraordinary life of the copper heiress Huguette Clark. We will see the paintings made by Huguette herself, and also hear her voice in conversation.

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A (Very) Short History of American Women Artists, From the 18th Century to World War II<br />

Most people are familiar with the names Mary Cassatt and Georgia O’Keeffe. But the history of American women artists—successful, professional women artists–goes back to the 1700s. This richly illustrated talk will survey important examples of these extraordinary individuals–well-known at the time, but less familiar in 2024–from the 18th century to the Second World War.

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* Luncheon Reservations close at noon on Sunday, October 13, 2024 *

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The Brazos Forum, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization supporting its mission of promoting the appreciation of diverse American arts and related subjects, through its program of scholarships to local students and teachers. 

SCHEDULE

Nationally-known speakers who are recognized experts in their respective fields come to Waco each year to give illustrated presentations on a vast array of themes and topics. Check out our upcoming schedule of presentations!