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Halifax Regional Municipality (N.S.) File Exhibitions English
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WPA/FAP graphics

The file consists of records related to the planning of the prints exhibition "WPA/FAP graphics," organized and circulated by the Smithsonian Institution, and was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 19 to August 14, 1977.

Records consist of correspondence with the Smithsonian Institution Travelling Exhibition Service, press releases (exhibition description), a photocopy of a clipping, an exhibition itinerary, invoices, a shipping contract, and a condition report.

Virgil Hammock drawings

The file consists of records related to the exhibition of drawings by Virgil Hammock, circulated by the National Programme, the National Gallery of Canada and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 1-23, 1977.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Virgil Hammock and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) regarding scheduling and planning exhibition, an invitation card, invoices, and other administrative records. Also includes photographs of two of Hammock's drawings.

Transparent things

File consists of records related to the photograph exhibition "Transparent Things," circulated by the Canada Coucil Art Bank and was presented at Dalhousie Art gallery from May 22 to July 1, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence between staff of the Art Bank and Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) about schedules, catalogues, and expenses , condition reports, installation requirements, and newspaper clippings.

Third exhibition of costume design

File contains two outgoing letters to the Dalhousie theatre department regarding the costume show, which was held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 15 to March 30, 1980.

Third Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the third annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 3 - 29, 1978.

Note: records are divided between 10 folders. (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
Folder 13 - grant; Folder 14 - acquisitions; Folder 15 - business office; Folder 16 - catalogue(correspondence); Folder 17 - budget; Folder 18 - photographs; Folder 19 - press releases; Folder 20 -proposal; Folder 21 - selection of participants; Folder 22 - trasportation

The Queen comes to New Brunswick

File consists of records related to an exhibition of "The Queen comes to New Brunswick : paintings and drawings by Molly Lamb Bobak," organized and circulated by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 30 to December 18, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence with the Beaverbrook Art Gallery, a list of expenses, newspaper clippings, a condition report, a list of work, invoices, and other administrative documents.

The magic eye : definitions of photography

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition entitled "The magic eye : definitions of photography" organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada (original title: "Photography: A Celebration"). The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 10 to August 10, 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with the National Gallery of Canada. The file also includes a condition report, packing instructions, and press releases.

The fourth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 4th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 to April 1, 1979. The exhibition presented the works of Alex Colville, Charlotte Hammond, Graham Metson, Brian Porter, Roger Savage, and Ruth Wainwright.

Records are divided between 12 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.) and photographs of drawings are included in each artist file; folder 50 - Alex Colville; folder 51 - Charlotte Hammond; folder 52 - Graham Metson; folder 53 - Brian Porter; folder 54 - Roger Savage; folder 55 - Ruth Wainwright; folder 56 - budget; folder 57 - publicity; folder 58 - misc. (correspondence and slides); folder 59 - insurance; folder 60 - price list; folder 61 - Canada Council.

The fifth Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 5th Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized by and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 4 to May 4, 1980.

Records are divided between 8 folders: Folder 2 - loan agreements; Folder 3 - grants; Folder 4 - administrative files; Folder 5 - curriculum vitae-originals; Folder 6 - general correspondence; Folder 7 - exhibition catalogues; Folder 8 - financial; Folder 9 - Maxwell Bates

Note:
- Folder 3 'grants' contains grant worksheet, original grant application, and Canada Council visiting artists programme.
- Folder 4 'administrative files' contains contract for guest curator, transport correspondence, packing instructions, and opening preparation.
- Folder 6 'misc. 'correspondence' contains general correspondence and one photograph
- Folder 7 'exhibition catalogues' contains draft preface, exhibition texts (biographical information), catalogue quotation, and related correspondence.
- Folder 8 'financial' contains insurance, printing estimates, and payments.
- Folder 9 'Maxwell Bates' contains photographs, correspondence, and biography.

The drawing of Christiane Pflug

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition of works by Christiane Pflug, organized and circulated by the Winnipeg Art Gallery. The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 9 to June 8, 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with the Winnipeg Art Gallery and Michael Pflug. The file also includes a list of works, a booking form, and a news release.

The decorative fruit and flower arrangements

File consists of records related to the planning of an exhibition entitled "The Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements," prepared by the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation at Carnegie-Mellon University of Pittsburgh. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, insurance files, a loan agreement, and other administrative documents. Also includes a brochure for the Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation (travel shows) and a pamphlet for the Decorative Fruit and Flower Arrangements.

Terence Johnson : Forts

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition of works by Terence Johnson, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 8 to February 8, 1981.

Records are divided into 11 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.): Folder 21 - Correspondence Terence Johnson sculpture 1972/73; Folder 22 - Circulation itinerary; Folder 23 - Master(Information kit); Folder 24 - Publicity; Folder 25 - Shipping; Folder 26 - Correspondence (1980-82); Folder 27 - Budget and Insurance files; Folder 28 - Catalogue notes; Folder 29 - Contracts; Folder 30 - Photographs & slides; OS Folder 17 - Installation condition (drawing, oversize)
note: Folders 21, 23, and 30 contain photographs.

Susan Schelle : recent work

File consists of records related to an exhibition of works by sculptor Susan Schelle, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from 12 March to 12 April 1981.

Records consist of correspondence, insurance files, an exhibition agreement, a loan agreement, annotated drafts of the catalogue introduction, biography, clippings, invoices, administrative documents(business office), and two pamphlets from Susan Schelle exhibitions held at other galleries.

Six from Halifax

File consists of records relating to the 'Six from Halifax' (known as"Six from the Styx") presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 8 to February 8, 1981. The artists that participated in this exhibition were Brad Brace, John Clark, Dennis Gill, John Greer, Colette Urban, and Carol Wainio.

Records consist of insurance files, outgoing letters regarding planning the exhibit, biographies for each artist, and clippings.

Sidney Tillim - Adam & Eve drawings

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Adam and Eve Drawings' by Sidney Tillim, organized by the Edmonton Art Gallery, and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 3-27, 1977.

Records consist of exhibition documents including correspondence between the Edmonton Art Gallery and the Dalhousie Art Gallery, shipping instructions, special handling, press releases, questionnaires, and receipt and condition reports.

Robert Kirschbaum : works on paper

File consists of records related to the planning of the prints exhibition of works by Robert Kirschbaum, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 12 to August 10, 1977.

Records consist of correspondence, a list of works, a floor plan, insurance file, a photocopy of clipping, invoices, and labels. Records also include photographic prints of works.

Robert Frank photographs

File consists of records related to an exhibition of photographs by Robert Frank, organized and circulated by the National Film Board of Canada, and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 24 to November 30, 1979.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Film Board of Canada, and correspondence with Robert Frank regarding the loans of three of Frank's works from the Yajima Galerie in Quebec. The file also includes biographical information, press clippings, administrative documents, six photographs by Robert Frank and an invitation from the previous exhibition held at the Vancouver Art Gallery in July - August 1979.

Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya

File consists of records related to the Nova Scotia Rhododendrons Botanical show "Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya," presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and the National Library of Canada regarding a loan of a copy of an illustrated rare book called "Rhododendrons of Sikkim-Himalaya" by Joeseph Dalton Hooker (1849).

Patrick Landsley : drawings and collages

File consists of records related to an exhibition of works by Patrick Landsley, organized and circulated by the Sir George Williams Art Galleries of Concordia University. The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 14 to September 14, 1980.

Records consist of correspondence, tour schedule, a list of works, and a photograph of the drawing "The Orion Constellation" (pencil and collage) by Patrick Landsley.

Pat Badani

File consists of records related to an exhibition of paintings by Pat Badani, "Moody-Scape" series, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 12 to August 12, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, biographical information, press release, clippings, a price list, a floor plan, a list of exhibition expenses, and other administrative documents. Also includes a copy of catalogue from previous exhibition held at the New Brunswick Museum in 1978.

NSDC permanent collection

File consists of records related to an exhibition of the permanent collection of the Nova Scotia Designer Craftsmen, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 12 to August 12, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, a list of exhibition expenses, insurance files, a list of works, and a press release.

Metamorphosis - Memories, Dreams and Reflections the work of Florence Vale

File consists of records related to Florence Vale's exhibition "Metamorphosis - Memories, Dreams and Reflections," circulated by the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queen's University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 7 to June 7, 1981.

Records consist of correspondence with the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, a shipping contract, a list of works, invoices, and administrative documents.

Mark Gomes : recent work

File consists of records related to an exhibition of works by sculptor Mark Gomes, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from 12 March to 12 April 1981.

Records consist of correspondence with other galleries regarding exhibition proposals, letters to/from Mark Gomes, grant applications, exhibition agreement, biography, clippings, research notes, invoices, and other administrative documents(business office).

Louis Stokes : alchemy spirals

File consists of records related to the exhibition of works by sculptor Louis Stokes entitled "Alchemy Spirals," presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 31 to February 24, 1980.

Records are divided into 6 folders: folder 9 - administrative files; folder 10 - grant application; folder 11 - report; folder 12 - publicity and advertising; folder 13 - financial; folder 14 - photographs.

Note:
- foler 9 'administrative files' contains proposed outline, biography, resume, exhibit agreement, correspondence, packing instruction, and transportation.
- folder 12 'publicity and advertising' contains advertising, clippings, reviews, exhibition texts, exhibition pamphlet, and catalogue order.
- folder 13 'financial' contains insurance, budget, payment, invoices, expenses (business records), final expense report.

Louis de Niverville retrospective

File consists of records related to a retrospective exhibition of artwork by Louis de Niverville, organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 21 to January 14, 1979.

Records consist of clippings, media releases, exhibition itineraries, correspondence, and other administrative documents.

Klaus Staeck : contemporary German political posters

The file consists of records related to Klaus Staeck's poster exhibition, held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 15 to 25, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence regarding gallery lectures, newspaper and magazine clippings, media releases, exhibition display drafts/guidelines, a list of expenses, and other administrative documents. It also includes a photograph of the exhibition display.

John Taylor : dreams are real

The file consists of records related to an exhibition of photography by John Taylor, "Dreams are Real," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 15 - 28, 1978.

Note: records are divided between 3 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.); folder 25 - Dreams are real ; folder 26 - insurance file; folder 27 - photographs
Folder 25 contains correspondence, photocopies of clippings, handwritten letters and postcards from John Taylor to Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery), interdepartmental memos, invoices, and other administrative records.

John Ettlinger print exhibition

File consists of records related to the John Ettlinger print exhibition "Etchings and engravings of the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 26 to November 26, 1978.

Records consist of a list of works, correspondence, newspaper clippings, exhibition description, a floor plan, and a list of expenses.

Joe Norris : paintings and furniture

File consists of records related to an exhibition of paintings and furniture by Joe Norris, organized and presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 5 to August 6, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence with other galleries regarding the loaning Joe Norris paintings, loan agreements, a list of works, a newspaper clipping, and photographs of Norris' works.

In video

File consists of records related to the planning and organizing of the exhibition "In Video," presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 1 - 30, 1977.

Note: records are divided between 13 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
folder 1 - AGO condition report; folder 2 -artist's information; folder 3 - financial; folder 4 - grant; folder 5 - schedules; folder 6 - insurance; folder 7 - mailing list; folder 8 - catalogue(invoices); folder 9 - misc.(general correspondence); folder 10 - photographs; folder 11 - press releases; folder 12 - transportation

Illustrated book in England, 1860-1900

File consists of records related to an exhibition of "Illustrated Book in England, 1860-1900," organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 1 to April 1, 1979.

correspondence, a list of exhibition expenses, installation instructions, parking and unpacking instructions, an exhibition description, a loan agreement, news release regarding a guest lecture, and insurance file.

Gerald Ferguson : paintings

File consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition of paintings by Gerald Ferguson, organized by the Dalhousie Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie and the Art Gallery of Ontario. The exhibition showed at Dalhousie from April 4-28, 1977.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with other galleries regarding their interest in receiving the Gerald Ferguson exhibition. Also includes invoices, artwork and price lists, a condition report, a copy of the AGO's floor plan, grant documents from the Canada Council, and insurance files.

European drawings in Canadian collection 1500-1900

File consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition "European Drawings in Canadian Collection 1500-1900," organized and circulated by the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 3 - 31, 1977.

Records consist of correspondence with the National Gallery of Canada regarding shipping arrangements and catalogues, a list of drawings, press releases, and interdepartmental memos and invoices.

Elizabeth S. Nutt : heart and head and hand

File consists of records relating to an exhibition of works by Elizabeth Styring Nutt entitled 'Elizabeth S. Nutt: Heart and Head and Hand' presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 27, 1980, to January 4, 1981.

Records consist mainly of correspondence. The file includes loan agreement forms, insurance files, clippings, and an invitation.

Drawings by Jack Weldon Humphrey

File consists of records related to an exhibition of 100 drawings by Jack Weldon Humphrey, organized by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 16 to September 16, 1979.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between the Dalhousie Art Gallery and the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. The file also includes press clippings, reviews, press releases, a list of exhibition expenses, and other administrative documents.

Douglas Bentham : 'enclosures and opens' 1975-1976

File consists of records related to the Douglas Bentham sculpture exhibition, titled 'Enclosures and Opens', organized by the Art Gallery of York University. The exhibition circulated and was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 2, 1976 to January 5, 1977.

Decorated Nova Scotia furnishings

File consists of records related to an exhibition of decorated Nova Scotia furnishings, organized and presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 5 to August 6, 1978.

Note: records are divided between 8 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.); folder 33 - Decorated Nova Scotia furnishings (mainly loan agreements and correspondence); folder 34 - accounts/business; folder 35 - insurance; folder 36 - photographs; folder 37 - photography (correspondence and invoices); folder 38 - lenders; folder 39 - grants; folder 40 - freight/crate/transportation

Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894

File consists of records related to Daniel Fowler exhibition entitled "Daniel Fowler of Amherst Island 1810-1894." prepared by the Agnes Etherington Art Gallery of Queens University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to July 8, 1979.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a list of works (85 watercolours and drawings), news releases, exhibition itinerary, and invitations from the two previous Daniel Fowler exhibitions at other galleries.

Contemporary German prints

File consists of records related to planning an exhibition entitled "Contemporary German prints" organized and circulated by the Goethe-Institut Montreal and the International Programme of the National Museums of Canada (original title: "Contemporary prints from the Federal Republic of Germany"). The Exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 5 to July 6, 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence and proposed tour schedule.

Carpets from the orient

File consists of records related to the planning and organizing of an exhibition of Oriental carpets, organized by and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 23 to October 23, 1977.

Note: records are divided between 8 folders (Titles transcribed from original folder labels.)
folder 34 - catalogue(correspondence & invoices); folder 35 - financial; folder 36 - insurance; folder 37 - lists; folder 38 - mailing list; folder 39 - misc.(general correspondence) folder 40 - press releases; folder 41 - photography; folder 42 - transportation

Carl Schaefer in Hanover

File consists of records relating to the 'Carl Schaefer in Hanover' exhibition organized by the Edmonton Art Gallery. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 23, 1980, to January 4, 1981.

Records consist mainly of correspondence with the Edmonton Art Gallery. The file includes a loan agreement, a publicity and attendance report, clippings, insurance files, a tour schedule, and budget.

Aspects of realism

The file consists of records related to the planning of the exhibition " Aspects of Realism," held at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 18 to September 18, 1977. The exhibition was sponsored by Rothman's of Pall Mall Canada Ltd.

Records consist of correspondence, newspaper clippings, a tour schedule, a floor plan, interdepartmental memos, invoices and and other administrative documents. Also includes photographs of the opening of the exhibition and invitation cards.

Artist's books

File consists of records related to the exhibition "Artist's Books," organized by the Independent Curators Incorporated, Washington D.C. and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 15 to September 10, 1978.

Records consist of correspondence, news releases, clippings, a condition report, a booking contract form, and other administrative documents.

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