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San Mateo County Student Artists’ Works Shine at Filoli Gardens
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Filoli Partners with San Mateo County Office of Education in Celebration and Art Exhibit
The works of up-and-coming young artists have a chance to shine in a student art exhibition at Filoli. Entitled “America the Beautiful,” this art exhibit features the work of San Mateo County students, grades K-12, and will be on display in Filoli’s Visitor and Education Center from Tuesday, August 3 through Sunday, September 12. -
From collages to fine art, visitors have a chance to learn what inspires these young artists about America and discover the many ways they interpret our beautiful country. Filoli is partnering with the San Mateo County Office of Education to present this exhibition of student works.
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As a highlight, Filoli will be hosting a Student Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 14, when admission will be free to all students, grades K-12. This event recognizes the artistic work of the San Mateo County Students and celebrates all young artists at large. There will be opportunities for visitors to sketch in the garden, participate in painting projects, and enjoy art performances provided by the following generous participators in the San Mateo County community: Art in Action, San Mateo County Art Education Committee, and the San Mateo County Alliance for Arts in Education. Craft projects, such as decorating pinwheels, flower badges, and pressed flower activities, will be available for all ages. Filoli docents will be on hand to lead families through Filoli’s Gardens. More information will be available at www.filoli.org after August 2 for program details.
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The “America the Beautiful” exhibit is coordinated by Richard L. (Dick) Sperisen, Coordinator Emeritus, Arts Education / School Design and founder of the San Mateo County Art Education Committee. Mr. Sperisen established the San Mateo County High School Artists’ Hall of Fame in 1991. Selected works from the High School Hall of Fame are displayed at Filoli throughout their open season. The entire collection is on display at San Mateo County Office of Education in Redwood City at 101 Twin Dolphin Drive. Hours and directions are available by phoning (650) 802-5333. .
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Filoli is recognized as one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century. The 654 acre property includes a 36,000 square foot residence furnished with an extensive collection of 17th and 18th century English antiques and 16 acres of English Renaissance gardens that showcase an exquisite horticultural collection. Established as a private residence in 1917 and opened to the public in 1976 to promote cultural and horticultural endeavors, Filoli is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. For more information about Filoli, please visit www.filoli.org.
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Filoli
86 Cañada Road
Woodside, CA 94062
(650) 364-8300, ext. 509
Sundays 11am-3:30pm
Tuesdays through Saturdays 10am-3:30pm
Closed Mondays and Holidays -
America the Beautiful Student Art Exhibit
August 3 - September 12
Student Appreciation Day - August 14, 10am-3:30pm
COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION for all students grades K-12 (Last admission at 2:30pm) -
by Gwen Leong