Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 27, 2008
CONTACT: Susan Strano / Marketing Coordinator
(802) 447-1571 Fax (802) 442-8305
info@benningtonmuseum.org
Family Workshop Explores Color and Shape
If you are looking for an activity for the entire family, the Bennington Museum has something for you. On Mar. 8, from
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Bennington Museum’s Family Workshops continue with Colors and Shapes. Discover the art of long-time Bennington College professor, Paul Feeley. Explore the temporary exhibition of Feeley’s work, and create a work of art inspired by his colorful paintings. This workshop is designed for children ages 6 and up and their grown-up friends. It’s fun, hands-on, and educational. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Fee is $2 per person for members of the Bennington Museum and $8 per person for non-members. Call the Bennington Museum’s Program Coordinator at 447-1571.

The other workshops in the series are: Apr. 12: Spring into Action; May 10: Tools of the Trade; June 14: A Grand Old Flag; July 12: Take Me Out to the Ballgame; Aug. 9: History Mystery; Sept.13: Happy Birthday, Grandma Moses; Oct. 11: Jane Stickle’s Quilt; and Nov. 8: For the Record.

The Bennington Museum is located at 75 Main Street (Route 9), Bennington, in The Shires of Vermont. The museum is just a short ride from Manchester, Williamstown, and eastern New York. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the museum is closed on Wednesdays. Visit www.benningtonmuseum.org or call 802-447-1571 for more information about the museum