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SUMMARY:Docent-Led Exhibition Tour
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the current exhibition from an expert docent. No advance registration required; all tours included in Museum admission. Remember\, gallery admission is FREE for MoCA Members.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/docent-led-exhibition-tour-4/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
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SUMMARY:Art Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Join our children’s drop-in art class at the museum\, where young artists are encouraged to explore their creativity and express their unique ideas. Through fun\, hands-on activities\, children will build confidence\, develop new art skills\, and find inspiration in a supportive\, nurturing environment. \nClass Fee: $25 \nRegister. \n 
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/art-adventures/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Larry Silver—Seven Decades of Photography
DESCRIPTION:Saturday September 6\, 2025\n5–7pm \nDiscover seven decades of American life through the lens of acclaimed photographer Larry Silver. From his early days capturing the streets and subways of New York City to his iconic images of Muscle Beach in Santa Monica\, Silver’s work is a powerful chronicle of the nation’s evolving social landscapes. His photographs reveal moments of joy\, tension\, and quiet introspection\, with a lyrical balance that has become his signature. \nSilver is best known for his 1954 series “Muscle Beach\,” capturing the energy and spectacle of California’s famous beach—bodybuilders flexing\, gymnasts soaring\, and beachgoers basking under the sun. But his work spans far beyond\, including thousands of images that document Connecticut’s landscapes\, where he has lived since 1973. His Connecticut photographs reflect a deep sense of place\, using natural framing\, weather\, and light to capture the region’s character. \nBorn in the Bronx in 1934\, Silver discovered his passion for photography at the High School of Industrial Art\, where he connected with members of the Photo League—a group of photographers who used their art to highlight social and political issues. After winning the Scholastic-Ansco Photography Awards\, he earned a full scholarship to the Art Center School in Los Angeles. His journey led him from New York to California\, and eventually to Connecticut\, where he has continued to document everyday life. \nIn 2003\, Silver transitioned from traditional documentary photography to experimental darkroom techniques and paper manipulation. This transition led to series like From the Medium to the Message and New Vision\, where Silver explored abstract expression and Bauhaus-inspired forms. These works showcased his ability to continuously evolve his practice while maintaining a distinct visual style. \nSilver’s photographs are held in over 25 major museum collections\, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art\, the Whitney Museum of American Art\, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. His work has been published in numerous books and catalogs\, including Made in California and Suburban Visions\, ensuring his legacy as one of America’s most influential photographers. \nJoin us at MoCA CT to discover the stories behind the images and see how his vision continues to resonate across generations. \nLearn more at: https://www.larrysilver.com/.
URL:https://mocact.org/events-calendar/community-conversation-larry-silver-seven-decades-of-photography/
LOCATION:MoCA\CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
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