Emily Groom: a Milwaukee-Downer College Legacy
September 28 - November 4, 2001

Opening Evening Lecture: "Emily Groom"
Frank C. Lewis, Director of Exhibitions and Curator of Collections
The Wriston Art Center Galleries, Lawrence University
Friday, September 28, 2001, 6 p.m., Wriston Auditorium

Opening reception: Friday, September 28, 2001, 7 - 8 p.m.

An exhibition of paintings, watercolors, and drawings by Emily Groom, founder and first chairperson of the Milwaukee-Downer College Art Department. Ms. Groom was one of the most widely exhibited Wisconsin artists in the first half of the 20th century. Her career spanned over 80 years and her subject matter ranged from landscapes to brilliantly colored still life arrangements. Milwaukee-Downer College and Lawrence College consolidated to become Lawrence University in 1964.

Gallery Hours
Tuesday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4:00 p.m.

Call 920-832-6621 for more information.

revised: 7-Sept-2001