M E M B E R S N E W S L E T T E RVolume 16, Number 5 September/October 2008

American Art in MiniatureAnsel AdamsHistoric Partnership CelebratedDiscover 101 Ranch

Dr. Duane King

When asked to describe Gilcrease Museum, many people will respond with praise such as ‘Gilcrease is a world-class Museum’ or ‘Gilcrease is a national treasure’ or ‘it is one of Tulsa’s most important cultural resources.’ When talking with people in the Museum, their reasons for visiting are more than just the unsurpassed collections of Western art and Native American material, but also the outstanding public offerings — the educational programs, temporary exhibi-tions, special events, gift shop and the Osage restaurant. In short, it is what the Museum does rather than what the Museum is that helps attract a large and diverse audience.

101 Ranch: The Real Wild West is a good example of an exhibit with broad public appeal. More than 3,000 items make up the recently acquired collec-tion, reflecting the continued growth of Gilcrease’s collection. The ranch’s story is part of the history of Oklahoma and one that helped define the character of the American West. The 101 started as a working 110,000 acre ranch near Ponca City. By 1908, it had produced one of the nation’s leading Wild West Shows. Shortly thereafter, by partnering with the early film producers in Hollywood, the ranch helped create a series of popu-lar movies that emblazoned images of the Western frontier on the American consciousness. More than 300 objects make up the exhibition, which takes

the Museum visitor back to the original “Wild West.” It allows the audience to better understand and appreciate an important segment of both Oklahoma’s and America’s collective heritage.

On July 1, Gilcrease Museum opened the exhibition to the public, and honored the partnership with The University of Tulsa. More than 1,300 people visited the Museum that day. Also, Gilcrease introduced the Charter Membership Program on that occasion, and has added more than 500 people as members dur-ing the first few weeks of the program.

Summer workshops, educational programs, films, and lecture series also attract large numbers of people to the Museum. Future exhibits include Cheyenne Ledger Art From Fort Reno, American Impressionism, and Willard Stone: Storyteller in Wood. All are highly anticipated and look to bring a diverse audience to Gilcrease Museum. Numerous programs and events are also scheduled for the upcoming months. Look for more infor-mation in this newsletter.

Programs and exhibitions do not just happen; they are created by people. The Gillies and our staff are among the Museum’s most valuable assets. Day in and day out, they make the Museum experience come alive at Gilcrease. Whether it is a docent providing a guided tour for a class of third-graders, a librarian assisting a researcher, or a

carpenter building a case for the next exhibition, the people of Gilcrease cre-ate the energy that defines a visit to this Museum.

Since the partnership and manage-ment agreement with The University of Tulsa was announced earlier this year, philanthropists in Tulsa have contrib-uted more than $13 million in support of Museum operations and programs. This not only demonstrates tremendous confidence in the partnership, but also in the people whose daily efforts make this Museum an enjoyable and remarkable educational institution. It is the human element of the Museum that makes viewing the treasures of the Gilcrease so memorable and special.

Sincerely,

Director of Gilcrease Museum and Vice President of Museum Affairs

Director’s report

What Gilcrease Museum does goes beyond what Gilcrease Museum is!

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M E M B E R S N E W S L E T T E RVolume 16, Number 5 September/October 2008

ON THE COVER. Jerry McWilliams, Last Light on Red Trees (detail), 9 x 12, Oil Bar on Gesso Board. McWilliams and more than 200 other artists will participate in this year’s American Art in Miniature, October 25 – November 9, 2008, with the art sale set for November 6. This annual fund-raising event supports Gilcrease’s acclaimed educational programs, events and activities. For more information about American Art in Miniature 2008, see page 6.

In this Issue

6American Art in MiniatureGilcrease Museum’s popular Art Sale and Reception is scheduled for the evening of November 6.

10Discover 101 RanchActivities aimed at helping little ones enter the world of the Wild West performers.

7Ansel AdamsAnsel Adams: A Legacy is on display at Gilcrease Museum through January 4, 2009.

8Historic Partnership CelebratedCelebration of partnership and exhibition draws community attention.

4Membership News

14Calendar

11News Gallery

16General Museum Information

12Education Department

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Gilcrease Museum’s introductory Charter Membership Program has seen great success in just its first few months. Through June 30, 2009, free introductory Charter Memberships will be available to first-time mem-bers living in the City of Tulsa. Benefits of the Charter Membership include free admission, a compli-

mentary subscription to the

Gilcrease Museum Members E-Newsletter and Calendar of Events, electronic invi-tations to selected private member previews, discounts in the Osage Restaurant and the Museum Shop, discounted rates and priority registra-tion for studio classes, kids’ camps and activities, and the opportunity to purchase guest passes at half price.

Those interested in a Charter Membership can register online at www.gilcrease.org or at the Museum.

Current Gilcrease Museum mem-bers are also designated as Charter Members, retaining their full benefits.

We hope you help us invite more citizens of Tulsa to be a part of Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa’s own national treasure.

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iNtroDuctory cHarter MeMBersHip BeNefits (through June 30, 2009)

•Freegeneraladmissionforyouandyour immediate family

•ComplimentarysubscriptiontotheGilcrease Members E-Newsletter and Calendar of Events

•Invitationtoselectedprivatemem-ber opening previews

•10%discountsintheMuseumShopand the Osage Restaurant

•Discountedratesandpriorityregis-tration for studio classes, kid’s camps and classes

•Opportunitytopurchasefourguestpasses at half price

Individual ................................................... $50A one-year Individual Membership gives you the following benefits and privileges.

n Free general admission for one adult

n Complimentary subscription to the Gilcrease Journal, the members-only newsletter and the monthly e-Newsletter

n10%discountonMuseumShoppurchases,including online purchases and the Osage Restaurant

n Invitations for two to selected exhibition preview parties

n Invitation to attend the Annual Members Holiday Shopping Spree

n Discounted rates and priority registration for stu-dio classes, kid’s camps and classes

n One free Audio Tour upon request

n Opportunity to purchase 4 guest passes at half price

n Special travel opportunities

n Special discounts on performance tickets or admission from participating art and entertain-ment venues. Please visit www.gilcrease.org for details.

Student.......................................................$25All full Basic Individual benefits for full-time stu-dents with ID, age 19 and older, with the exception of the Gilcrease Journal.

Family/Dual ...............................................$65All Individual benefits for a family of two adults and children/grandchildren, 18 and under PLUS

n One additional free Audio Tour upon request

Friend .......................................................$125All Family/Dual benefits PLUSn Membership in the Western Reciprocal Alliance,

which offers free admission, discounts and other benefits in 16 museums throughout the United States

n One free companion pass per visit

Supporter.................................................$250All Friend benefits PLUS

n Free admission and other benefits in Museum’s West —a consortium of eight museums in North America, renowned for their collections inter-preting the cultures of the North American West

n Two free companion passes per visit

Young Patron ..........................................$450(Age 40 and under)Young Patrons are future leaders of the Museum and the next generation of Museum stewards. In appreciation for their investments, they receive the same benefits as Patron members PLUS

n Invitations for two to exclusive Young Patron events

Patron.......................................................$500All Supporter benefits PLUS

n Opportunity to request curator-led tours based on schedules

To inquire about leadership gift opportunities, please contact Carolyn Dalton at (918) 596-2756 or carolyn-dalton@utulsa.edu.

All current and renewing Gilcrease Members will be designated Charter Members of the new Gilcrease Museum membership program with full benefits. All categories of membership dues are fully tax deductible.

For more information, please call the Gilcrease Museum Membership Office, (918) 596-2758, or e-mail gilcrease-membership@utulsa.edu.

New membership categories and opportunities

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Photography workshopGilcrease Museum members can

enroll in a members-only Photography Workshop with Oklahoma photogra-pher, writer, and teacher David Halpern to be held October 4, 5 and 16 at Gilcrease Museum with field work at the Keystone Ancient Forest Preserve. This workshop, which is presented in conjunc-tion with Ansel Adams: A Legacy, is exclusively for members of Gilcrease Museum. Cost is $175 per person, and class size is limited. For more informa-tion or to reserve your place, please call the membership office, (918) 596-2757, or visit www.gilcrease.org to enroll online.

Born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1936, Halpern’s passion for the

American landscape began when his family first traveled west in 1952, and reached its intensity in the early 1970s when he moved to Tulsa, left his career in advertising and marketing and began a new life as a photographer and writer. Since then, he has exhibited his work regularly in galleries and museums across the nation and has lectured and taught photography both in college classrooms and field seminars for more than 35 years. Solidly grounded in the techniques of traditional fine arts and commercial photography, Halpern has taught large-format and general landscape photog-raphy in some of America’s most scenic locations. He has served 11 times as a national park artist-in-residence, and his

photographs are in numerous public and private collections, including those of the National Park Service. His 2007 book, Pilgrim Eye, chronicles his more than 50 years as a landscape photogra-pher.

Gilcrease Museum members are invited to participate in a special day trip October 14 to Ponca City to explore and experience some of this city’s most treasured sites. The trip will include stops at the Marland Mansion, the Ponca City Library, the 1928 Poncan Theatre, and Standing Bear Native American Education Center and Museum. Lunch will be served at the Marland Mansion,

with dinner provided on the way back to Tulsa. The grand Marland Estate Mansion, one of America’s castles, is a showplace containing approximately 48,000 square feet spread over four floors -- complete with 55 rooms, a leather-lined elevator, 10 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, seven fireplaces, three kitchens, and an elegant ballroom with 24-karat gold leaf-covered ceiling worth

over $1.4 million. The mansion reflects the elegance of the affluent days of its namesake oil-man, who lived lavishly and entertained in the same style. He modeled his dream home after the Davanzati Palace in Florence, Italy.

Born in Pittsburgh, Penn. in 1874, E.W. Marland studied to be

an attorney and received his law degree from the University of Michigan in 1893. Marland would move back to Pittsburgh and began a private practice. Through his experiences as an attorney, Marland became interested in geology and ultimately entered the burgeoning oil business, where he became a self-made millionaire. After losing his wealth in the panic of 1907, Marland began his life anew in Ponca City, where he founded the 101 Ranch Oil Company. He later founded the Marland Oil Company in 1920, which was later merged with Continental Oil and Transportation Company (CONOCO).

Cost is $101. Space is limited to 45, and filling up fast! Members interested in learning more should call the membership office at (918) 596-2757, or e-mail gilcrease-membership@utulsa.edu.

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E ach fall Gilcrease Museum hosts its popular American Art in Miniature Exhibition and Art Sale. American

Art in Miniature 2008 will open October 25 and run through November 9, with the Art Sale and Reception scheduled for the evening of November 6.

Last year’s event was the most suc-cessful to date. A record 224 artists con-tributed works with a record 128 pieces selling the night of the event. Cochairs Mia and Herb Oven will again lead this year’s event.

Works may be previewed online prior to the Art Sale. The exhibition opens

on October 25 giving interested buyers plenty of preview opportunity. The Art Sale is a silent auction with the reserve price set by the artist. Added in 2006, the “Buy it Now” option offers attendees the opportunity to pay a premium price to guarantee ownership, by-passing the bid process. Once artwork is purchased, the piece will be protectively wrapped for patrons to take home that evening.

Mark your calendars now, and plan to attend the Art Sale and Reception, November 6, 2008.

Details you should know about American Art

in Miniature.n Each year artists vie for a spot in

this exciting show.

n Paintings should not exceed 108 square inches excluding the frame; sculpture should not be larger than 1,728 cubic inches excluding the base.

n These miniature works are cre-ated by talented artists, many nationally and internationally recognized. Each participating artist has one piece in the show.

Mark L. MosemanBaapastel

Rachelle SiegristBasking in the Morning Lightopaque watercolor on clayboard

G I L C R E A S E M U S E U M ’ S 2 0 0 8 – 2 0 0 9 E X H I B I T I O N S P O N S O R SBank of Oklahoma • H.A. and Mary K. Chapman Charitable Trust • Joe and Kathy Craft Foundation • George Kaiser Family Foundation • Pete and Nancy Meinig

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During Ansel Adams: A Legacy, Gilcrease Museum has planned numer-ous programs to explore the work of one of the world’s most influential pho-tographers.

suNDay filM MatiNees Ansel Adams-Photographer will be pre-sented Sept. 14, 1:30 p.m., in the Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium. This 60-min-ute film is a biographical portrait of the life and career of Adams. The viewer takes a personal journey with the artist to the sites of his famous photographs – Yosemite, Big Sur, and the Southwest – for a discussion of photographic tech-nique and philosophy. The 1981 film was directed by John Huszar and pro-duced by Film America, Inc.

The 2002 film, Ansel Adams, offers an intimate portrait of the visionary photographer. It will be shown Oct. 12, 1:30 p.m., in the Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium.

Ansel AdAms: A legAcy will Be oN Display at Gilcrease MuseuM tHrouGH JaNuary 4, 2009.

Discover Ansel Adams through film & lectures

While Ansel Adams: A Legacy marks the debut of this collection of Adams’ work in Oklahoma, photographs by Adams are on view throughout the country right now and in the near future.

If you are traveling this fall and spring and loved Ansel Adams: A Legacy, try visiting one of these locations featuring other collections of Adams’ work.

Ansel Adams: The Man Who Captured

the Earth’s Beauty

Oct. 2 – 30, 2008 at the South Texas

Institute for the Arts, Corpus Christi, Texas

Dec. 6, 2008 – Jan. 31, 2009 at City of

Sunrise, Sunrise, Florida

Feb. 21 – April 18, 2009 at The Wildlife

Experience, Parker, Colorado

May 9 – July 4, 2009 at Dane G. Hansen

Memorial Museum, Logan, Kansas

Sept. 17 – November 15, 2009 at Lora Robbins Gallery of Design, University of Richmond, Virgina

Ansel Adams and Georgia O’Keeffe: Natural Affinities

Sept. 26, 2008 – Jan. 4, 2009 at Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C.

Jan. 23 – May 3, 2009 at Norton Museum of Art, West Palm Beach, Florida

May 9 – July 4, 2009 at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco, California

G I L C R E A S E M U S E U M ’ S 2 0 0 8 – 2 0 0 9 E X H I B I T I O N S P O N S O R SBank of Oklahoma • H.A. and Mary K. Chapman Charitable Trust • Joe and Kathy Craft Foundation • George Kaiser Family Foundation • Pete and Nancy Meinig

Nadel & Gussman, L.L.C. • Samson • The William K. Warren Foundation • The Williams Companies, Inc. • Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation

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The 100-minute film presents Adams’ influence as a pioneer in pho-tographic technique and as a crusader for the environment who offered the public a way of seeing “the continuous beauty of the things that are.” The film was written and directed by Ric Burns and produced by the Sierra Club and Steeplechase Films, Inc.

froM My poiNt of View These Friday lunch talks begin

with David Newell, Curator of Exhibitions at Gilcrease Museum, who will present “On the Trail of an American Master,” from noon to 1 p.m., Sept. 5, in Gallery 18. He will discuss the process of organizing and presenting Ansel Adams: A Legacy in the Museum’s galleries. A box lunch in limited quantity will be available for purchase.

The series will continue Oct. 3, from noon to 1 p.m., in Gallery 18

with “Adams for the Non-Photographer” presented by well-known Oklahoma photographer, writer, and teacher David Halpern (shown right). He will discuss the changing nature of photography, relating it to methods honed by Ansel Adams and his contemporaries. A box lunch in limited quantity will be available for purchase.

These events are all free with paid admission.

For more information, visit www.gil-crease.org, or call (918) 596-2768.

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The University of Tulsa and the City of Tulsa celebrated their historic partnership July 1, 2008, with numerous activities and events

at Gilcrease Museum. July 1 also marked the opening of Gilcrease’s new exhibition, 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West. Activities throughout the day included live music, refreshments, a book signing with author Michael Wallis, children’s activities, and much more. Visitors also had the opportunity to register for the introductory Charter Membership Program. More than 1,300 individuals visited the Museum on July 1, marking the excitement seen throughout the community regarding the future of Gilcrease Museum.

101 Ranch: The Real Wild West is presented byThe Commonwealth FoundationJanet and Frederick DrummondThe Stuart Family Foundation

The David E. and Cassie L. Temple FoundationRandi and Fred Wightman

Mollie B. Williford

A press conference held July 1 drew a large crowd of community leaders, Museum patrons, guests, and visitors to mark the partnership. Speakers included City of Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor, University of Tulsa President Steadman Upham and Gilcrease Museum Executive Director Duane King.

Historic partnership celebrated

Museum Executive Director Duane King, Tulsa Mayor Kathy Taylor, and TU President Steadman Upham enjoy the celebration.

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1. Peggy Helmerich and Jack Neely enjoy a special luncheon held July 1.

2. Mayor Kathy Taylor and members of the Miller family view the exhibition.

3. Museum visitors view the 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West collection.

4. Oklahoma Stomp entertains the crowds on the Museum grounds.

5. Author Michael Wallis signs books and greets a fan during his book signing that day.

6. Exhibition sponsors Frederick and Janet Drummond join others in celebrating the new partnership and exhibition.

7. Deacon Turner and Dr. Duane King visit during the luncheon.

8. Mary Lee Townsend, Burt B. Holmes, and Tom and Mary Brett join in the day’s festivities.

9. A young visitor paints his own bandana.

10. Richard Heinrich performs rope tricks for attendees.

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In conjunction with the opening of 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West, the Museum introduced its new 101 Ranch Kids Arena, now located in the Museum Overlook.

The 101 Ranch Kids Arena fea-tures a reading center, real saddles to sit on, a coloring station, a touch cart full of items kids can use to learn about the Wild West show, and a costume trunk filled with fun costumes and props. These activities

101 Ranch Kids Arenaare aimed at helping little ones enter the world of the Wild West perform-ers. Adult supervision is required.

Kids Dig Books, where kids can learn about the West through sto-ries and create a fun art project to accompany what they just learned, will be located at the 101 Ranch Kids Arena for the fall.

Be sure to visit the 101 Ranch Kids Arena while visiting 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West.

Gilcrease Museum is presenting a series of programs and events to make visitors of all ages more aware of the significance and importance of the 101 Ranch and its Wild West show. Such

programs are planned throughout the exhibition.

KiDs DiG BooKs: tHe real wilD west Beginning in October, Tulsa City-

County librarians and Gilcrease education staff will lead story time and develop art activities that focus on cowboy and cowgirl life. Story time is designed for ages 3-6 and their caregivers. The program will be held Thursdays, October to December, 10-11 a.m. in the 101 Ranch Kids Arena and Creative Learning Center. The series is free. Advance registration is encouraged. Contact the Education Curator-Public Programs at (918) 596-2768, or deborah-burke@utulsa.edu for more information or registration.

liViNG History Oklahoma City performer Al Bostick

will bring alive the story of champion bulldogger William “Bill” Pickett. Performing in character, Bostick takes

the audience on a wild romp and ride through life of Pickett, who invented bull-dogging and was influential in developing the modern rodeo. Performances are set for 2 p.m., September 27-28 and October 11 in the Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium.

Gilcrease foruMCowboys in Tall Grass producer Ken

Greenwood will participate in a Gilcrease Forum where he will share with audiences the significance of the 101 Ranch and the people who helped it become a Western empire. Greenwood produced the six-part series, Cowboys in Tallgrass, which is avail-able in the Museum Store.

The forum is scheduled for 1 p.m., Friday, September 19, in the Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium.

These events are free with paid Museum admission. For more informa-tion, visit www.gilcrease.org, or call (918) 596-2768.

Ken Greenwood, producer of cowboys in Tall grass

Discover 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West

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News Gallery

The Gilcrease volunteer organiza-tion, the Gillies, provides valuable sup-port in many areas of the Museum. One of the outreach programs provided by the Gillies is the Gilcrease Goes to School program. More than 25 Gillies partici-pate in Gilcrease Goes to School, which visits students in Kindergarten through High School. This program takes a sample of

the Museum, via Power Point presenta-tion, to schools throughout the Tulsa-area and northeastern Oklahoma. Gilcrease Goes to School is designed to be presented either as a preview to a classroom visit to the Museum or as a review after a visit. It is also a stand-alone program for schools unable to schedule a visit to Gilcrease Museum. New projectors purchased last

year and utilized for the programs have enabled more timely program updates and easy viewing by the students.

To complement their classroom studies, teachers may choose from eight different presentations including Oklahoma History and Westward Movement. The Museum provides artifacts for the program which give students a chance for an up-close look at items such as buf-falo bones and animal hides. Gilcrease Museum’s Education Department works closely with the Gillies in developing the programs and scheduling. Teacher response to the program has been extremely positive, and the program has continued to grow each year. This past year over 140 presentations were given by the Gillies.

Gillies also provide tours for our many temporary exhibitions. These tours provide a rich insight into the exhibi-tions and are designed and coordinated by Gilcrease’s education and curatorial staff. Both 101 Ranch: The Real Wild West and Ansel Adams: A Legacy are available for adult and school groups. Tours are given by a docent, trained specifically for these exhibitions. For more information, con-tact the Education Curator for Tours and School Programs, at (918) 596-2767, or sara-klein@utulsa.edu.

Gilcrease Goes to School

The Waddell Co. Trunk Show November 7, 8 and 9, 2008

Gillies travel to schools throughout Northeastern Oklahoma to bring Gilcrease Museum to students through Gilcrease Goes to School.

Museum Shop hours: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday - Sunday. For more information, call the Museum Shop at (918) 596-2725

or visit www.gilcrease.org.

FOR ONE WEEKEND ONLY AT THE GILCREASE MUSEUM SHOP

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Still Life in OilsDates: 9/3, 9/10, 9/17 and 9/24Time: Wednesdays, 3 – 5 p.m.Location: Thomas Gilcrease HouseFee: $100/m; $125/nm plus $10 supply fee per studentLearn techniques of the Impressionists while painting still a life. Techniques learned will benefit those who wish to paint portraits or landscapes. Class is taught demonstration-style with instruc-tor Margaret Aycock. Students will gain knowledge in design, drawing, measur-ing, paint application and mixing, brush-work and more. Enhance your artistry and enjoy wonderful conversation with your budding artist classmates.

Introduction to Digital PhotographyDates: 9/11 – 11/13Time: Thursdays, 6 – 9:00 p.m.Location: Gilcrease Museum and The University of Tulsa Phillips HallFee: $200/m; $225/nmJoin photographer David Varmecky for this 10-week course to explore and dis-cuss digital techniques in landscape pho-tography by comparing and contrasting the photographs of Ansel Adams with what can be accomplished with current technology, digital cameras and Adobe Photoshop CS3. Basic photographic concepts will be introduced as well as use of equipment and software. Complete syllabus available upon request. Students must provide own digital cameras. First session of the course will be conducted at Gilcrease Museum with sub-sequent sessions at TU’s Phillips Hall.

Southeastern Pottery Class IDates: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23 with firing on Nov. 1stTime: Thursdays, 6 – 8 p.m.Location: Thomas Gilcrease HouseFee: $90/m; $115/nm plus $10 supply fee per studentJoin potter Crystal Hanna in the preparation of native clays and tra-ditional pottery building. Grind, sift and prepare native clays before coil-ing open vessels using Southeastern/Mississippian Ancient pottery tech-niques. Finish your work with the application of prehistoric Southeastern designs and stone burnishing. Final class session takes place at Crystal’s home with a potluck dinner and tradi-tional outdoor firing of all your work.

Southeastern Pottery Class IIDates: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 with firing on Dec. 6thTime: Thursdays, 6 – 8 p.m.Location: Thomas Gilcrease HouseFee: $90/m; $115/nm plus $10 supply fee per studentJoin potter Crystal Hanna in the preparation of native clays and tra-ditional pottery building. Grind, sift, and prepare native clays before coil-ing open vessels using Southeastern/Mississippian Ancient pottery tech-niques. Finish your work with the application of prehistoric Southeastern designs and stone burnishing. Final

class session takes place at Crystal’s home with a

potluck dinner and traditional out-

door firing of all your work.

Art workshopsJoin teaching artist Allison Lackner for

a fun Museum adventure with Family Art Workshops. Lackner will guide students through different areas of the Museum with introductions to artists and cultures in the col-lection and special exhibitions. Students will explore their own creativity through gallery sketching and art making. For ages 5-10 and their caregivers, Saturdays September 6 & 20 and October 4 &18 in the Creative Learning center and Museum. Space is limited. FREE program. Advanced registration is encour-aged. Contact the Director of Education at (918) 596-2737, or lanette-coppage@utulsa.edu for more information or registration.

Upcoming activities are: 9/6 – Pinhole Cameras; 9/20 – Paint Yourself as a Wild West Star; 10/4 – Masks of the Americas; 10/18 – Digital Landscape Photographs

Adult studio programsAll adult classes and workshops require advance registration. Visit www.gilcrease.org or contact the Director of Education at (918) 596-2737, or lanette-coppage@utulsa.edu. Minimum enrollment of 8 per class is required.

Studio Gilcrease 4 Teens continues

Studio Gilcrease 4 Teens is a visual arts pro-gram for high school students who will cut, bend and reshape the simplest materials to create works of art. Former high school art educator and artist, Carole Odierno, will pro-vide instruction through the creative process relative to foam board, wire hangers, panty hose, paperboards and wood. Students will begin their process through sketching, and then move into fully developed free-standing sculptures and innovative works of art.

Classes will be held in the Thomas Gilcrease House, Sept. 13 and Oct. 11 for 9th and 10th grade from 10-11:30 a.m.; and 11th and 12th grade from 1-2:30 p.m. Cost is $7 per student with discounts available for repeat students. Materials will be provided. Students may register for either class in their grade-level. Advance registration is required. Minimum enrollment of 8 students. Space is limited. For more information or registration, contact the Director of Education at (918) 596-2737, or lanette-coppage@utulsa.edu. Register online at www.gilcrease.org.

Upcoming projects are: 9/13 Umbrella project (9th and 10th grade); 9/13 Nature basket project (11th and 12th grade); 10/11 Sheetrock painting project (9th and 10th grade); 10/11 Wooden block project (11th and 12th grade)

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Contacting-Us@utulsa.eduE-mail addresses for Museum staff have changed following the partnership with The University of Tulsa. Telephone numbers for staff have remained the same.

Gilcrease Museum staff can now be contacted as follows: Dr. Duane King, Executive Director, Vice President for Museum Affairs, Thomas Gilcrease Chair ........................ duane-king@utulsa.eduGary Moore, Assistant Director .................................................................................................................................gary-moore@utulsa.eduSandra Freeman, Executive Assistant to the Executive Director.........................................................................sandi-freeman@utulsa.eduRandy Ramer, Collections Manager .........................................................................................................................randy-ramer@utulsa.eduDavid L. Newell, Curator of Exhibitions ................................................................................................................. david-newell@utulsa.eduApril Miller, Curator of Archives ................................................................................................................................april-miller@utulsa.eduCarole Klein, Associate Curator of Art ..................................................................................................................... carole-klein@utulsa.eduKristin Licciardone, Events Coordinator ......................................................................................................... kristin-licciardone@utulsa.eduLanette Coppage, Director of Education ...........................................................................................................lanette-coppage@utulsa.eduDeborah Burke, Education Curator-Public Programs ............................................................................................deborah-burke@utulsa.eduSara Klein, Education Curator-Tours and School Programs ....................................................................................... sara-klein@utulsa.eduSarah Wright, Education Assistant .........................................................................................................................sarah-wright@utulsa.eduCarolyn Dalton, Director of Development ............................................................................................................ carolyn-dalton@utulsa.eduSusan Patterson, Director of Fund-raising Events ............................................................................................ susan-patterson@utulsa.eduLinda Galbraith, Director of Membership and Annual Giving..............................................................................linda-galbraith@utulsa.eduAnne Brockman, Public Information Officer ....................................................................................................... anne-brockman@utulsa.eduGregory Carmack, Creative Services Supervisor .............................................................................................. gregory-carmack@utulsa.eduTrisha Boatright, Director of Fiscal Affairs ........................................................................................................ trisha-boatright@utulsa.eduDana Yarbrough, Accounts Clerk ........................................................................................................................dana-yarbrough@utulsa.eduAmanda Burns, Museum Store and Visitor Services Director ............................................................................. amanda-burns@utulsa.eduMelanie Rosencutter, Museum Store and Visitor Services Assistant Manager ......................................melanie-rosencutter@utulsa.edu

You can reach certain departments and offices through these e-mail addresses:Members RSVP ...................................... gilcrease-rsvp@utulsa.eduMuseum Tours ....................................... gilcrease-tours@utulsa.eduMembership ........................................... gilcrease-membership@utulsa.eduMuseum Events ..................................... gilcrease-events@utulsa.eduDevelopment .......................................... gilcrease-development@utulsa.eduThe Gillies .............................................. gilcrease-gillies@utulsa.eduTickets .................................................... gilcrease-tickets@utulsa.eduMuseum Store ....................................... gilcrease-store@utulsa.eduGeneral Information ............................... gilcrease-info@utulsa.eduMain Address ......................................... gilcrease@utulsa.edu

See page 16 for primary phone numbers.

n Carolyn Dalton is the director of develop-ment for Gilcrease Museum. Most recently, she was the director of development for the Henry Kendall College of Arts and Sciences at TU.

n Rob Cross became the Museum photographer in July after a number of years with the Tulsa World as a staff photographer.

n Melanie Rosencutter is the Museum Shop’s new assistant manager. She will help Amanda Burns, shop director, with Visitor Services and the operations of the shop.

n Kristin Licciardone is now the events coordinator for Gilcrease. She will work with staff to coordinate special events the Museum hosts for members and the community.

n Neal Scott also joined the staff as IT spe-cialist. Neal moved from TU’s Information Services office to Gilcrease.

n Allison Cunningham is the new departmental assistant for development. Allison moved from TU’s Institutional Advancement office.

n Also, please welcome Michelle Maxwell, Gilcrease’s new receptionist.

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2-Nov. 1 Southeastern Pottery Class IMeets Weekly, 6-8 p.m. (See p. 12 for details.)

3 From My Point of View“Adams for the Non-Photographer,” David Halpern, Noon - 1:00 p.m., Gallery 18.

4, 5 & 16 Photography Workshop with David HalpernPresented in conjunction with the upcoming exhibition, Ansel Adams: A Legacy. Exclusively for members of Gilcrease Museum. Keystone Ancient Forest Preserve, Tulsa County on Keystone Lake. Cost: $175 per person. Class size is limited. For more information or to reserve your place, please call the membership office, 918-596-2757, or visit www.gilcrease.org to enroll online.

4 Family Art WorkshopMasks of the Americas, 1-3 p.m., Creative Learning Center and Museum. For ages 5 to 10 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 12 for details.)

9 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their care-givers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

11 Studio Gilcrease 4 Teens10-11:30 a.m., freshmen and sophomores; 1-2:30 p.m., juniors and seniors. Cost, $7 per student. (See p. 12 for details.)

11 Living History PerformanceBill Pickett – Champion Bulldogger, 2 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium (See p. 10 for details.)

September3-24 Still Life in Oils

Meets weekly, 3-5 p.m. (See p. 12 for details.)

5 From My Point of View“On the Trail of an American Master,”

David Newell, Curator of Exhibitions. Noon - 1 p.m., Gallery 18.

6 Family Art WorkshopPinhole Cameras 1-3 p.m. Creative Learning Center and Museum. For ages 5 to 10 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 12 for details.)

11-Nov. 13 Introduction to Digital PhotographyMeets weekly, 6-9 p.m. (See p. 12 for details.)

13 & Oct. 11 Studio Gilcrease4 Teens10-11:30 a.m., freshmen and sophomores; 1-2:30 p.m., juniors and seniors. Cost, $7 per student. (See p. 12 for details.)

14 Sunday Film MatineeAnsel Adams: Photographer, 1:30 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium. (See p. 7 for details.)

16 Third Tuesday JazzMike Leland with Jason Ofori, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Vista Room. Free for Gilcrease mem-bers! Galleries remain open until 8 p.m. The Osage Restaurant will provide a buffet din-ner, $4 per person.

19 Gilcrease Forum“Cowboys in Tallgrass,” Ken Greenwood, 1 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium. (See p. 10 for details.)

20 Family Art WorkshopPaint Yourself as a Wild West Star, 1-3 p.m., Creative Learning Center and Museum. For ages 5 to 10 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 12 for details.)

27 & 28 Living History PerformanceBill Pickett – Champion Bulldogger, 2 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium (See p. 10 for details.)

23 & Oct. 28 The EssentialWine Course6:30 p.m. Osage Restaurant. Join James Andrews, certified sommelier & restaurateur, for a series of ongoing wine tasting classes that will explore the history and art of wine. 9/23 Cost is $45 per person/$40.50 for Gilcrease Members. 10/28 Cost is $35 per person/$31.50 for Gilcrease Members. Call 918-596-2720, or e-mail gilcrease-osage@utulsa.edu to make your reservation.

October2 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

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12 Sunday Film MatineeAnsel Adams, 1:30 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium (See p. 7 for details.)

14 Marland Mansion ExcursionAll-day event. (See p. 4 for details.)

16 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

16 The Art of Collecting“Photographs”, 6-8 p.m., Tom Gilcrease Jr. Auditorium. Gilcrease members are invited to attend the Photography Workshop final class critique with David Halpern followed by a reception in Gallery 18. Watch for your invi-tation to arrive by mail.

18 Family Art WorkshopDigital Landscape Photographs, 1-3 p.m., Creative Learning Center and Museum. For ages 5 to 10 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 12 for details.)

21 Third Tuesday Jazz Olivia Duhon Quartet5:30 until 7:30 p.m., Vista Room. Free for Gilcrease members. Galleries remain open until 8 p.m. The Osage Restaurant will provide a buffet dinner, $4 per person.

23 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

25 American Art in Miniature 2008Through November 9, Helmerich Hall & Gallery 4

30 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

30-Dec. 6 Southeastern Pottery Class IIMeets Weekly, 6-8 p.m. (See p. 12 for details.)

November6 American Art in Miniature Reception & Art Sale5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Helmerich Hall & Gallery 4. Watch for your invitation to arrive by mail.

6, 13, 20 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6

and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

Student Art Exhibitions Creative Learning Center GallerySeptember 16-October 12 Oklahoma Arts Institute Tour de Quartz

October 14-November 9 Glenpool High School

The Osage Gallery Continuing through November 9 The University of Tulsa

Ongoing Exhibitions The Poetry of Line: The Pen and Ink Drawings of Earl Bissnow through October 12, 2008

101 Ranch: The Real Wild Westnow through January 25, 2009

Ansel Adams: A Legacynow through January 4, 2009

December4, 11, 18 Kids Dig BooksThe Real Wild West. For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Free. (See p. 10 for details.)

5-7 Members Shopping SpreeMembers can finish up their Christmas shop-ping with this three-day shopping spree in the Gilcrease Museum Shop. Members receive 25%discount.Noadditionaldiscountsapply.

NON-PROFITORGANIZATIONU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDPERMIT NO. 226

TULSA, OK

GILCREASE MUSEUM 1400 N. Gilcrease MuseuM road

Tulsa, oK 74127-2100

MUSEUM HOURSOpen Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and Christmas Day

ADMISSION• $8 for adults • $6 for seniors (62 and older) • $6 for active duty members of the U.S. military • $5 for college students with valid ID • Children 18 and under admitted free.• All Gilcrease Museum members are admitted free of

charge.• University of Tulsa students with ID are admitted free

of charge.• School tours and sponsors are admitted free of charge. • Gilcrease will offer free admission to all visitors on the

first Tuesday of each month.

MUSEUM TOURSA free docent-guided tour of the Museum is available to the public daily at 2 p.m. Private group tours may be arranged through the Education Curator of Tours and School Programs. Groups should consist of at least 10 people, and reservations should be made at least three weeks in advance. Please call (918) 596.2767, or e-mail sara-klein@utulsa.edu for more information or to make reservations.

SPEAKERS BUREAUPermanent collection-based slide presentations are avail-able to schools and organizations through our off-site programs, Gilcrease Goes to School and Speaking of Gilcrease. To arrange for school programs, please call (918) 596.2767, or e-mail sara-klein@utulsa.edu. For adult programs, call (918) 596.2768, or e-mail deborah-burke@utulsa.edu

GARDEN TOURSFree public garden tours are given every weekend during the Spring and Fall seasons. Please call for availability and times. Private garden tours may be arranged through the Education Curator of Tours and School Programs. Groups should consist of at least 10 people, and reserva-tions should be made at least three weeks in advance. Please call (918) 596.2767, or e-mail sara-klein@utulsa.edu for more information or to make reservations.

BARRIER-FREE ACCESSThe Museum and formal gardens provide barrier-free access. Wheelchairs and strollers are available at the Museum entrance for visitor use. Stuart Park is partially accessible to individuals with physical challenges. To arrange access, please call (918) 596-2767 for an appointment. TU#8405

CONTACT GILCREASE MUSEUMArea Code (918)

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Gilcrease Museum supports statewide efforts to

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Gilcrease Museum is a Proud Member of the City of Tulsa Family.