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Gino Lorcini

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Gino Lorcini', organized by the Art Gallery, Memorial University, St. John's and arranged in collaboration with Galerie Godard Lefort, Montreal. The Exhibition was scheduled to be presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1970, however was declined after significant shipping damages occurred.

Records consist of correspondence between APAC member galleries and two condition reports

15th annual Dalhousie student, staff and alumni exhibition

File consists of records relating to the 15th Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1968.

Records consist of an invitation, list of artworks, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Murray Fraser (President, Dalhousie Alumni Association), and a call for submissions of artwork.

21st annual Dalhousie student, staff, and alumni exhibition

File consists of records related to the planning of the 21st Annual Dalhousie Student, Staff and Alumni Exhibition, presented from January 21 to February 12, 1975.

Records consist of artwork and price lists, a list of prize winners, entry forms, a newspaper clipping, an invitation card, and correspondence of Mary Evans (Assistant Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

First Dalhousie drawing exhibition

File consists of records related to the first annual Dalhousie drawing exhibition, organized and selected by Michael Snow. The show was held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 9 - 28, 1976. The artists that participated in this exhibition were Michael Snow, Royden Rabinowitch, Joyce Wieland, John Meredith, Ron Martin and Dennis Burton.

Records consist of a list of works exhibited, biographies of included artists, a floor plan, clippings, interdepartmental memos, insurance documents, lists of expenses, invoices, and correspondence with Michael Snow and other galleries(lenders to the exhibition). Also includes invitation cards and photographs of drawings, including "Musical Chairs" and "Drive #2" by Michael Snow and "Dream" by Joyce Wieland and a picture of "Notebook #42, 1973, pages 69-70" by Dennis Burton.

Baker lake drawings

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Baker Lake drawings', organized and circulated by the Winnipeg Art Gallery and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 2nd to October 30th, 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between Doris Mitchell (Winnipeg Art Gallery, Extension Service) and Mark B. Holton (Assistant Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Additional records have a shipping contract and a condition report.

Dalhousie Art Gallery fonds

  • UA-36
  • Fonds
  • 1953-2009
Fonds consists of records pertaining to Dalhousie Art Gallery publicity, exhibitions, collections, openings and events, and administration. Types of materials include press releases, brochures, tickets, a poster, photographs, course information, programs, calendars, catalogues, reports, financial records, notes, correspondence, newspaper clippings, minutes and agendas, and other materials.

Dalhousie University. Dalhousie Art Gallery

William Hogarth

File consists of records related to the exhibition of artwork by Willam Hogarth, organized and circulated by the Western Association of Art Museums at Mills College in Oakland, California. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 16 to July 11, 1976.

Records consist mainly of contractual documents between Dalhousie Art Gallery and the Western Association of Art Museums, including condition report, inventory, packing and handling instructions, a floor plan, correspondence, and a news release.

Black Artists 1972

File consists of records related to the North American Black Artists exhibition organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie in November 1972.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and directors at Brockman Gallery, lists of slides, and letters to the artists requesting samples of artworks in slide form. Records also include four slides of artworks from Manuel Hughes (Professor Art Department, Florissant Valley Community College) and four from Benny Andrews.

John and Joice Hall

File consists of records related to a joint exhibition of artworks by John and Joice Hall, titled John Hall: Paintings, and Joice Hall: Celebration Landscapes. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 5-31, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, a news release, a list of artworks, financial statement for exhibition expenses and interdepartmental memos, a floor plan, loan agreements, and clippings. Records also include photographic prints of paintings.

Graham Coughtry Retrospective

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Graham Coughtry Retrospective' organized by the Robert McLaughlin Gallery in Oshawa. The exhibition was presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from May 31 to June 26, 1976.

Records consist of condition report, correspondence, a floor plan, clippings, a news release, invoices, and opening invitation cards.

Stephen Cruise

File consists of records related to an exhibition of artwork by Stephen Cruise titled 'Bitsandpieces,' organized by and presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 27 to May 22, 1976, and later at the Vancouver Art Gallery in 1980.

Records consist mainly of correspondence, financial statements, floor plans, and clippings. Also includes three photographs of Cruise's artworks, two postcards from Stephen Cruise to Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery), eight photographic slides, and an opening invitation.

Bernard Chaudron

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'objets d'art' by Bernard Chaudron, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1969 as part of the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit.

Records consist of a list of artworks and prices, a list of purchased works including a note about a stolen piece, a condition report, correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Ghislain Clermont (Curator, Art Gallery of the University of Moncton), and a handwritten transcription of Chaudron's biographical notes.

Tom Forrestall

File consists of records relating to the exhibition 'Drawings, watercolours, paintings by Tom Forrestall' organized by Dalhousie Art Gallery for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC). The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie in November 1968.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes ( Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery), Tom Forrestall, and curators of APAC member galleries. Records also include a newspaper clipping, programme of music for November 1968, exhibition invitation, lists and pricelists of artworks, a condition report, an handwritten draft of Forrestall's biography and exhibition text.

Mario Giacomelli

The file consists of records related to an exhibition of photographs by Mario Giacomelli organized by George Eastman House of Photography and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 8-25, 1968.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and staff of George Eastman House, an exhibition report form, descriptive text for the exhibition, and a list of artworks.

Jacob Jordaens

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Jordaens', a significant exhibition of Jacob Jordaens' paintings organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1969.

Records consist of an invitation, a calendar of events for the National Gallery for the period of November 15, 1968 to January 15, 1969, correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) including letters regarding the safety of the Jordaens' artworks during blasting activities on campus, including seismographic data, newspaper clippings regarding the exhibition, including one titled 'Jordaens Canvas Displayed After Shock Test', descriptive exhibition text provided by the National Gallery of Canada, a copy of 'Jordaens and Flemish Opulence' from Flemish Painting Volume 2, and three National Gallery press releases.

Max Lyle

File consists of records relating to planning an exhibition of artworks by Max Lyle at the Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1971.

Records consist of an exhibition catalogue containing Lyles work from the 1970 Comalco Invitation Award for Sculpture in Aluminum, as well as correspondence between Lyle and Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery).

Joseph Kashetsky

File consists of records related to 'Paintings and Drawings by Joseph Kashetsky' organized by the Department of Art of the New Brunswick Museum for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in January 1970.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and curators of APAC member galleries, a condition report, and a list of sold artworks.

Kathy Hooper

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Kathy Hooper: Painting and Sculpture', organized by the Beaverbrook Art Gallery for the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit (APAC) schedule of 1969-1970. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1970.

Records consist of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) with curators of other APAC member galleries, a condition report, and artwork handling instructions.

Mira Schor

File consists of records related to the Mira Schor exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 9, 1975 to January 4, 1976.

Records consist of a short bio of Mira Schor, a handwritten essay, a list of artworks with handwritten notes, lists of expenses, an opening invitation, and correspondence between Bruce. W. Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Mira Schor.

Ronald Shuebrook "Know Your Artist"

File consists of records related to the Ronald Shuebrook Exhibition as a part of the "Know Your Artists" series, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 29 to November 17, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Shuebrook and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, newspaper clippings, a price list, a list of institutions and individuals to receive catalogue, and a letter to Nick Fillmore (Editor) from Shuebrook.

Craig Wright jewellery

File consists of records related to the Craig Wright jewellery exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from January 24 to March 6, 1976.

Records consist of invoices, insurance documents, a list of works and prices, interdepartmental memos, artist's statement, correspondence regarding insurance, a pamphlet, and handwritten thank you letters from Craig Wright to Mary Meagher (secretary, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Bruce W. Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Also included are photographs and slides of a few items exhibited; envelope annotated "Wright 263-9021 for Friday 19th" and date stamped December 11, 1975.

Gleams of a Remoter World - 18th Century Society exhibition

File consists of records related to the exhibition of prints and drawings from the eighteenth century prepared in conjunction with the 18th Century Society of Canada , entitled "Gleams of a Remoter World," presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from March 22 - April 14, 1976.

Records consist of lending institutions files, correspondence, insurance documents, lists of works, and lists of expenses, opening invitations, floor plan, and clippings.

Henry Moore

File consists of records related to the Henry Moore photographic exhibition organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from April 7-24, 1967.

Records consist of a packing list, loan agreement, condition report, and correspondence of Evelyn Holmes.

L.L. Fitzgerald

File consists of records related to the L. L. (Lionel Lemoine) Fitzgerald exhibition organized by the National Gallery of Canada and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in March 1967.

Records consist of lists of works, contractual documents, a condition report, and a letter to Evelyn Holmes regarding exhibition fees.

Peter Bell

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings by Peter Bell' circulated by the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit and shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery in February 1968.

Records consists of a draft exhibition pamphlet, correspondence from Evelyn Holmes to Peter Bell, and between Holmes, James Little (Curator, Confederation Art Gallery), and Ian James (Professor, Acadia University), and confirmation of receipt of artworks from Confederation Art Gallery.

George Wood

File consists of records related to the exhibition 'Paintings by George Wood' organized by the Atlantic Provinces Art Circuit and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery in October 1967.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and James Little (Curator, Confederation Art Gallery), and George Wood (Assistant Curator, Alberta College of Art), a biography of Wood, list of artworks, and exhibition contract agreement between Dalhousie Art Gallery and Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Graham Dube

File consists of records related to the exhibition of sculptures by Martin Graham Dube, presented at the Dalhousie Art Gallery Sculpture Court from October 8-29, 1975.

Records consist of correspondence, Dube's handwritten biography, a floor plan, artist's statement, interdepartmental memos, list of expenses, an invitation card, invoices and purchase orders.

Exhibitions - general - 1968-69

File consists of records related to the planning, organizing, and presentation of exhibitions at the Dalhousie Art Gallery for the 1968-69 year.

Records consist mainly of correspondence of Evelyn Holmes (Acting Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery). Records also include two press releases from the National Film Board's Still Photography Division.

Bruce Parsons exhibition

File consists of records related to the Bruce Parsons exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 23 - March 14, 1976.

Records consist of correspondence, invoices, insurance documents, a newspaper clipping, a photocopy of invitation card, handwritten draft for a list of works, footnotes, and photo credits, memos, and other administrative records.

Mary Pratt : painting and drawings

File consists of records related to an exhibition of works by a Newfoundland painter, Mary Pratt, organized by the Memorial Art Gallery. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 9, 1975, to January 4, 1976.

Records consist of a condition report, correspondence, a floor plan, a list of exhibition expenses, invoices, interdepartmental memos, newspaper clipping, and an opening invitation.

CODCO

File consists of records related to the CODCO performance held at Dalhousie Art Gallery on March 19, 1975.

Records consist of photocopies of newspaper articles and Walter Learning(Director of Playhouse Theatre) correspondence about Halifax playing dates and invoices. The articles include "It's non-stop comedy with Cod on a stick," written by Urjo Kareda from the December 10, 1973 issue of the Toronto Star, "Newfie joke is on us, folks!" written by Frank Rasky from the November 5, 1975 issue of the Toronto Star, and six other articles regarding reviews of the previous shows.

Neil Livingston photographs

File contains financial statement for exhibition expenses and interdepartmental memo regarding an honorarium. The exhibition was displayed in the Music Resource Center, Killam Library, from October 2 - November 1, 1975.

Drawings by Semaja (James Hulbert)

File consists of records related to the Circles from Semaja exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from November 19 to December 15, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Samaja and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, purchase receipts for frames and postcards invitations, lists of artworks and prices, mailing lists, and an invitation card.

Montreal museum lends II exhibition

File consists of records related to the Montreal Museum lends II exhibition: 19th and 20th century paintings. The National Gallery of Canada organized and circulated the exhibition, and it was shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery from February 18 to March 30, 1975.

Records consist of condition reports, packing instructions, newspaper clippings, a floor plan, correspondence between the National Gallery of Canada and Dalhousie Art Gallery, loan agreements, and photographs of paintings including "Autumn On The Banks Of The Oise" by Alfred Sisley, "Lamp and Cherries" by Pablo Picasso, and "Neapolitan Girl's Head" by Pierre-Auguste.

Dr. T. W. Rishel - photographs "Confectioneries and other delights"

File consists of records related to a photo exhibit of Halifax buildings called "Confectioneries and Other Delights" by Thomas Walter Rishel, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 23 to November 20, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes (Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Dr. T.W. Rishel.

All about us

File consists of records related to the All About Us children's art exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from December 18 to January 15, 1975.

Records consist of correspondence between Evelyn Holmes(Curator, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Betty Nickerson (Coordinator, All About Us) and other staff as well as photocopies of a newspaper article written by Gretchen Pierce from January 8, 1975 issue of the Halifax Mail Star and a short blurb about the exhibition for radio interviews.

Art of aboriginal culture

File consists of records related to the Art of Aboriginal Australia Exhibition, organized and circulated by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada Ltd. Th exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 28 to July 27, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Michael P. Ney (Rothmans Art Programme) regarding the installation of the show. File also includes floor plan, newspaper and magazine clippings, and invitation cards.

Canada Council Art Bank

File consists of records related to the Canada Council Art Bank Exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from July 13 to August 10, 1975.

Records consist of list of works, correspondence, press releases, newspaper clippings, and a floor plan.

James Shirley prints

File consists of records related to the James Shirley Exhibition "Winter Visions," held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 15 to September 1, 1975.

Records consist of interdepartmental memos, invoices, cheques, list of expenses, a floor plan, correspondence, a photograph of Jim Shirley with four individuals at the opening night reception, and a list of works and prices. File also includes untitled photographs and an invitation card.

Tradition plus one: quilts from Eastern Ontario

File consists of records related to the Tradition Plus One: Quilts from Eastern Ontario Exhibition, circulated by the Agnes Etherington Art Gallery, Queen's University, Kingston. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 15 to September 15, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Dalhousie Art Gallery and Agnes Etherington Art Gallery regarding the tour schedule and arranging the shipping and dry cleaning of the quilts from the exhibition. File also includes condition reports, a checklist of works, invoices, a list of expenses, a floor plan, newspaper and magazine clippings, packing and unpacking instructions, receipts of catalogue orders, exhibition itinerary, press releases and shipment documents.

Clyde McConnell photo exhibition

File consists of records related to the Clyde McConnell Photo Exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 4 to September 28, 1975.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Bruce Ferguson (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Clyde McConnell (Photographer) regarding plans to have a showing of Clyde's photographs and drawings at the art gallery in 1975. File also includes a floor plan, a newspaper clipping, and a list of expenses. Many letters from Clyde are handwritten, including notes of artworks and a price list.

Karl McKeeman

File consists of records related to the planning and presentation of an exhibition of works by Karl Douglas McKeeman, presented by the Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 4-28, 1975. The works are photo engravings of sections of 19th-century American luminist's paintings.

Records consist of correspondence, a floor plan, a list of expenses, interdepartmental memos, a biography of McKeeman, a bibliography, an art critic and writer, and a photocopied image of Karl McKeeman with three individuals at the opening night reception at the art gallery. File also includes invitation cards, Karl's notes, and photographic prints of 'The Heart of the Andes.'

Joseph Svoboda exhibition

File consists of records related to the Joseph Svoboda exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from October 4-24, 1974.

Records consist of a list of artworks, press release drafts, newspaper clippings, photographs (photocopies), correspondence between Mern O'Brien (Director, Dalhousie Art Gallery) and Gerry Grace (Archives, National Arts Centre), condition report, invitation cards, and insurance documents.

Newfoundland photography exhibition

File consists of records related to the Newfoundland Photography Exhibition as a part of the province's 25th anniversary celebrations organized by Horizon Communications Ltd. The exhibition was shown at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 23-27, 1974.

Records consist of a press release draft, a photocopy of a list of photographers' names and their addresses in a pamphlet, and shipping receipts.

Adolf Born exhibition

File consists of records related to the Adolf Born exhibition, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery from August 29 to September 29, 1974.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Born and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, letters regarding print orders, damage reports and requesting replacements, insurance documents, newspaper clippings, biography, and invoices.

Unicef children's art

File consists of records related to the Unicef Children's Art Exhibit, held at Dalhousie Art Gallery in August 1974.

Records consist of shipping receipts, letters from the Unicef Nova Scotia and the Canadian Unicef Committee, a list of dimensions, invoices, and a folded card.

John Will and Marvin Jones

File consists of records related to the planning of a joint exhibition of works by John Will and Marvin Jones, organized and circulated by Glenbow-Alberta Institute and presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from September 4-28, 1975.

Records consist of correspondence with other galleries, a floor plan, a list of expenses, and a loan agreement form.

3 Artistas Mexicanos

File consists of records related to a travelling exhibition of three notable Mexican artists, José Luis Cuevas, Xavier Esqueda, and Pedro Friedeberg, sponsored and presented by Rothmans of Pall Mall Canada, Ltd. The exhibition was presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 27 to July 28, 1974.

Records consist mainly of correspondence between Michael P. Ney (Rothman's of Pall Mall Canada Ltd.) and staff of Dalhousie Art Gallery, condition report, newspaper clippings, press lists, biography, lists of artworks, and shipping receipts. Records also contain 1 invitation to the exhibition opening held at The Rothmans Art Gallery of Stratford on June 5 1973.

Tactile Eskimo art

File consists of records related to the exhibition of Inuit carvings, presented at Dalhousie Art Gallery from June 12 - 23, 1974.

Records consist of correspondence between Ernest Smith (Director, Dalhousie Are Gallery) and L. Legge (Principal, Halifax School for the Blind) and between Anne Nurse-Richardson and Keith Garwood, a letter from Keith Garwood with an accompanying background note, a letter to L. Legge (Principal, Halifax School for the Blind) from G. Abrahamson (Chief, Social Development Division), and shipping receipt.

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