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Hank Willis Thomas is a conceptual artist relating to perspective, identity, commodity, media and popular culture. His work incorporates recognizable icons to explore their ability to reinforce generalizations developed around race, gender, and ethnicity. His iconic photography series, B®anded, superimposed bodies of Black men with the Nike logo, recalling the history of branding slaves in America as well as the literal and figural objectification of Black male bodies in contemporary culture. Thomas’ multimedia practice explores 20th-century protest images and often overlooked historical narratives. By adding hidden layers, Thomas asks the viewer to consider who is included in history and who is erased.
Thomas’s work is on view at The Current as part of the new indoor exhibition “It often rhymes” and was also featured in last year’s outdoor sculpture exhibition, “Exposed 2024.”
🖼️:
1: “Flag III,” Hank Willis Thomas, 2025
2: “Fragile Democracy Handle With Care,” Hank Willis Thomas, 2024
3: “Saverio and Daisy (Navel),” Hank Willis Thomas, 2018 photo courtesy of Gordon Miller
For pricing and purchase inquiries, contact gallery@thecurrentnow.org
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Thomas’s work is on view at The Current as part of the new indoor exhibition “It often rhymes” and was also featured in last year’s outdoor sculpture exhibition, “Exposed 2024.”
🖼️:
1: “Flag III,” Hank Willis Thomas, 2025
2: “Fragile Democracy Handle With Care,” Hank Willis Thomas, 2024
3: “Saverio and Daisy (Navel),” Hank Willis Thomas, 2018 photo courtesy of Gordon Miller
For pricing and purchase inquiries, contact gallery@thecurrentnow.org
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@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @hankwillisthomas @hankwillisthomas #ItOftenRhymes #Democracy #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt
We’re thrilled to be welcoming Minh Ly, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Vermont, to The Current next Thursday, 8/14 from 5-6:00 p.m for a public lecture —“Currently Speaking: Democracy Demands Accountability”
Ly’s book, “Answering to Us: Why Democracy Demands Accountability,” will be published by Princeton University Press in March 2026. Josiah Ober, the former chair of political science at Stanford, writes, "Answering to Us is a wide ranging and profound exploration of the fundamental value of collective self-government and what it takes to have and keep it. Ly’s original argument for democracy as equal accountability draws on an extraordinary mastery of political history, moral philosophy, and empirical social science."
The “Currently Speaking” series hosts experts in various contemporary art genres and media to encourage casual discourse and meaningful interactions between our community, speakers, and the art they showcase. All series events are free to the public. No reservation is required, and the gallery will be open beforehand for viewing the current exhibition. Refreshments will be served.
Sponsors include:
The Alchemist Brewery + The Alchemist Foundation
Cordelia Family Foundation
The Oakland Foundation
Spruce Peak Cares
Stackpole & French Law Offices
Stowe Reporter + stowetoday.com
Town of Stowe
Union Bank
Vermont Arts Council + National Endowment for the Arts
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Ly’s book, “Answering to Us: Why Democracy Demands Accountability,” will be published by Princeton University Press in March 2026. Josiah Ober, the former chair of political science at Stanford, writes, "Answering to Us is a wide ranging and profound exploration of the fundamental value of collective self-government and what it takes to have and keep it. Ly’s original argument for democracy as equal accountability draws on an extraordinary mastery of political history, moral philosophy, and empirical social science."
The “Currently Speaking” series hosts experts in various contemporary art genres and media to encourage casual discourse and meaningful interactions between our community, speakers, and the art they showcase. All series events are free to the public. No reservation is required, and the gallery will be open beforehand for viewing the current exhibition. Refreshments will be served.
Sponsors include:
The Alchemist Brewery + The Alchemist Foundation
Cordelia Family Foundation
The Oakland Foundation
Spruce Peak Cares
Stackpole & French Law Offices
Stowe Reporter + stowetoday.com
Town of Stowe
Union Bank
Vermont Arts Council + National Endowment for the Arts
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@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @minhlyuvm @alchemistbeer @universityofvermont @vtartscouncil #ItOftenRhymes #Democracy #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #currentlyspeaking #lecture #democracy #accountability
“We need art now more than ever.” Thank you Congresswoman Becca Balint for your enthusiastic support of our newest indoor exhibition “It often rhymes” which explores how contemporary artists respond to pivotal events in our nation’s history, whose impacts still reverberate today.
Visit our website to learn more about this timely exhibition. (link in bio).
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Visit our website to learn more about this timely exhibition. (link in bio).
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@repbeccab @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @jloucohenart @forfreedoms @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @dona_ann_mcadams @robertbuckstudio #ItOftenRhymes #Democracy #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt #beccabalint
ICYMI: Thank you, Rajnii Eddins, for performing your inspiring poetry at The Current last week.
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Thank you to the artists who spoke and presented their work, the sponsors and members who support these exhibits, and all of you who joined us Saturday for our Opening Festival!
“It often rhymes” and “Exposed 2025” will be on view through October 18.
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Audio:
1 . Excerpt of poetry reading by Rajnii Eddins
2. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/ignite
License code: KDYPUJSDIXUVBRKG
Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller and The Current
“It often rhymes” and “Exposed 2025” will be on view through October 18.
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Audio:
1 . Excerpt of poetry reading by Rajnii Eddins
2. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/ignite
License code: KDYPUJSDIXUVBRKG
Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller and The Current
Rajnii Eddins shares his poetry during the opening reception for “It often rhymes.”
☀️ Our 2025 Summer Opening Festival is THIS SATURDAY, 7/12 from 4-7 PM!☀️
We’re thrilled to spotlight exhibiting artist Christopher Yockey, who will be joining us in person to speak about his work—alongside fellow artists Christopher Curtis and John Crawford during our guided sculpture tour.
Yockey, a Detroit native now based in NYC, holds an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art and has exhibited internationally, including at the Whitney Museum’s Peace Tower, Slag Gallery, and venues in Beijing and Grand Rapids. He currently serves as artist-in-residence at the Athena Foundation and works alongside renowned sculptor Mark di Suvero.
🎉 Festival Schedule:
🕓 4:00 – Indoor tour of “It often rhymes” with refreshments
📖 4:15 – Poetry reading by Rajnii Eddins
🗺️ 4:30 – Guided walking tour + artist talks for “Exposed”
🎶 5:30 – Lawn celebration with live music by TURNmusic ft. Kenji Bunch, plus:
🍺 Local beer from The Alchemist
🍷 Wine from Commodities
🍕 Pizza from Piecasso
🍦 Ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s
💫 Don’t miss this incredible afternoon of art, music, and community. RSVP and learn more at the link in our bio!
*All food and beverages are complimentary.
@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @alchemistbeer @cushmandesigngroup @mountainviewvacations @vtartscouncil @townofstowe @@benandjerrys @commodities_stowe @floorcoveringsinternationalvt @greenmountaininn @piecasso @stowetoday @bakarirajnii @woodyothello @chakaiabooker @christophercurtis1 @nicholasgalanin @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @forfreedoms @jloucohenart @marcelregueiro @chrisyockey @johncrawfordsculpture @africanamericanwritersalliance @turn_musicvt #ItOftenRhymes #Exposed #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt #outdoorart #outdoorsculpture #installationart #summerfestival #poetryreading #spokenword #emcee
We’re thrilled to spotlight exhibiting artist Christopher Yockey, who will be joining us in person to speak about his work—alongside fellow artists Christopher Curtis and John Crawford during our guided sculpture tour.
Yockey, a Detroit native now based in NYC, holds an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art and has exhibited internationally, including at the Whitney Museum’s Peace Tower, Slag Gallery, and venues in Beijing and Grand Rapids. He currently serves as artist-in-residence at the Athena Foundation and works alongside renowned sculptor Mark di Suvero.
🎉 Festival Schedule:
🕓 4:00 – Indoor tour of “It often rhymes” with refreshments
📖 4:15 – Poetry reading by Rajnii Eddins
🗺️ 4:30 – Guided walking tour + artist talks for “Exposed”
🎶 5:30 – Lawn celebration with live music by TURNmusic ft. Kenji Bunch, plus:
🍺 Local beer from The Alchemist
🍷 Wine from Commodities
🍕 Pizza from Piecasso
🍦 Ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s
💫 Don’t miss this incredible afternoon of art, music, and community. RSVP and learn more at the link in our bio!
*All food and beverages are complimentary.
@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @alchemistbeer @cushmandesigngroup @mountainviewvacations @vtartscouncil @townofstowe @@benandjerrys @commodities_stowe @floorcoveringsinternationalvt @greenmountaininn @piecasso @stowetoday @bakarirajnii @woodyothello @chakaiabooker @christophercurtis1 @nicholasgalanin @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @forfreedoms @jloucohenart @marcelregueiro @chrisyockey @johncrawfordsculpture @africanamericanwritersalliance @turn_musicvt #ItOftenRhymes #Exposed #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt #outdoorart #outdoorsculpture #installationart #summerfestival #poetryreading #spokenword #emcee
We’re thrilled to welcome Rajnii Eddins back to The Current this Saturday at 4:15pm as part of our Summer Exhibitions Opening Festival. He will be performing three poems in keeping with the theme of freedom and democracy in our exhibition, “It often rhymes.”
Originally from Seattle, Washington, Spoken Word Poet/Emcee, Teaching Artist and Facilitator Rajnii Eddins has been engaging diverse community audiences for over 33 years. He was the youngest member of the Afrikan American Writers Alliance at age 11 and has been actively sharing with youth and community in Vermont and throughout New England since 2010.
Rajnii’s diverse talents and passions allow him to offer a wide variety of powerful experiences that foster connection, learning, and mutual growth. He is deeply devoted to building community and thrives at creating spaces that are educational, explorative, and celebratory, whether in a classroom, a conference hall, a community center, or online.
Visit the link in our bio for more information and to RSVP for this special event featuring live music presented by TURNmusic featuring violist and composer Kenji Bunch, local beer courtesy of The Alchemist, wine courtesy of Commodities, ice cream courtesy of Ben & Jerry’s, and pizza courtesy of Piecasso.*
*Admission, artist talks, and all food and beverages are complimentary for attendees.
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Originally from Seattle, Washington, Spoken Word Poet/Emcee, Teaching Artist and Facilitator Rajnii Eddins has been engaging diverse community audiences for over 33 years. He was the youngest member of the Afrikan American Writers Alliance at age 11 and has been actively sharing with youth and community in Vermont and throughout New England since 2010.
Rajnii’s diverse talents and passions allow him to offer a wide variety of powerful experiences that foster connection, learning, and mutual growth. He is deeply devoted to building community and thrives at creating spaces that are educational, explorative, and celebratory, whether in a classroom, a conference hall, a community center, or online.
Visit the link in our bio for more information and to RSVP for this special event featuring live music presented by TURNmusic featuring violist and composer Kenji Bunch, local beer courtesy of The Alchemist, wine courtesy of Commodities, ice cream courtesy of Ben & Jerry’s, and pizza courtesy of Piecasso.*
*Admission, artist talks, and all food and beverages are complimentary for attendees.
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@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @alchemistbeer @cushmandesigngroup @mountainviewvacations @vtartscouncil @townofstowe @@benandjerrys @commodities_stowe @floorcoveringsinternationalvt @greenmountaininn @piecasso @stowetoday @bakarirajnii @woodyothello @chakaiabooker @christophercurtis1 @nicholasgalanin @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @forfreedoms @jloucohenart @marcelregueiro @chrisyockey @johncrawfordsculpture @africanamericanwritersalliance @turn_musicvt #ItOftenRhymes #Exposed #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt #outdoorart #outdoorsculpture #installationart #summerfestival #poetryreading #spokenword #emcee
This Fourth of July, we invite visitors to reflect on freedom, democracy, and the complexities of our shared history through contemporary art.
“It often rhymes” brings together powerful works that question and reclaim national symbols, while responding to pivotal events in our nation’s history that continue to reverberate today.
🖼️ Janie Cohen, “We Hold These Truths,” 2018
📍On view now at The Current as part of “It often rhymes”
📖 Many thanks to Alice Dodge at @sevendaysvt for the thoughtful review. 🔗 Read the full review in our bio..
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@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @jloucohenart @forfreedoms @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @dona_ann_mcadams @robertbuckstudio
#ItOftenRhymes #FourthOfJuly #Democracy #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt
“It often rhymes” brings together powerful works that question and reclaim national symbols, while responding to pivotal events in our nation’s history that continue to reverberate today.
🖼️ Janie Cohen, “We Hold These Truths,” 2018
📍On view now at The Current as part of “It often rhymes”
📖 Many thanks to Alice Dodge at @sevendaysvt for the thoughtful review. 🔗 Read the full review in our bio..
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@thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @jloucohenart @forfreedoms @ellen_rothenberg @hankwillisthomas @dona_ann_mcadams @robertbuckstudio
#ItOftenRhymes #FourthOfJuly #Democracy #ContemporaryArt #StoweVT #stowe #StoweArts #VTarts #VermontArt #FreedomThroughArt
🌈As Pride Month comes to a close, we invite our community to stop by The Current and pick up free “You are welcome here” stickers–our small gift to help you share a message of inclusion in your home or business every single day.
Tomorrow, Vermont celebrates the 25th anniversary of becoming the first in the country to recognize civil unions. We’ve made progress since then, but let us be clear: the pursuit of freedom and equity is ongoing. Here at The Current, we remain committed to this work.
Whoever you are, whoever you love, YOU are always welcome here. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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#PrideMonth #ArtForAll @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #contemporaryart #stowe #stowearts #VTarts #vermontart #artforeveryone #youarewelcomehere
Tomorrow, Vermont celebrates the 25th anniversary of becoming the first in the country to recognize civil unions. We’ve made progress since then, but let us be clear: the pursuit of freedom and equity is ongoing. Here at The Current, we remain committed to this work.
Whoever you are, whoever you love, YOU are always welcome here. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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#PrideMonth #ArtForAll @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #contemporaryart #stowe #stowearts #VTarts #vermontart #artforeveryone #youarewelcomehere
Today is JUNETEENTH - a day of remembrance, liberation, and a celebration of black freedom. It’s also a day to reflect on the ongoing struggle for justice and equity.
In celebration, we’re spotlighting work by For Freedoms (Hank Willis Thomas and Emily Shur in collaboration with Eric Gottesman and Wyatt Gallery of For Freedoms), featured in our new exhibition, “It often rhymes,” opening today with a public reception on July 12.
A reinterpretation of Norman Rockwell’s iconic paintings, these photographs center artists, activists, community organizers, and everyday people to reflect a more honest, inclusive vision of American freedom.
The original “Four Freedoms” - freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear - were first articulated by FDR in 1941. For Freedoms brings them into the present, declaring diversity an essential and undeniable component of freedom.
ABOUT FOR FREEDOMS: A national platform for creative civic engagement, For Freedoms empowers artists and communities to deepen dialogue, build belonging, and imagine a more just, joyful future, together.
🖼️: For Freedoms (Hank Willis Thomas and Emily Shur in collaboration with Eric Gottesman and Wyatt Gallery of For Freedoms)
“Four Freedoms, (Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Fear, Freedom from Want, Freedom of Worship),” 2018
#Juneteenth #Freedom @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @forfreedoms #FourFreedoms #ContemporaryAart #CivicExpression #justice #ForFreedoms #stowe #vermont #VermontArts
In celebration, we’re spotlighting work by For Freedoms (Hank Willis Thomas and Emily Shur in collaboration with Eric Gottesman and Wyatt Gallery of For Freedoms), featured in our new exhibition, “It often rhymes,” opening today with a public reception on July 12.
A reinterpretation of Norman Rockwell’s iconic paintings, these photographs center artists, activists, community organizers, and everyday people to reflect a more honest, inclusive vision of American freedom.
The original “Four Freedoms” - freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear - were first articulated by FDR in 1941. For Freedoms brings them into the present, declaring diversity an essential and undeniable component of freedom.
ABOUT FOR FREEDOMS: A national platform for creative civic engagement, For Freedoms empowers artists and communities to deepen dialogue, build belonging, and imagine a more just, joyful future, together.
🖼️: For Freedoms (Hank Willis Thomas and Emily Shur in collaboration with Eric Gottesman and Wyatt Gallery of For Freedoms)
“Four Freedoms, (Freedom of Speech, Freedom from Fear, Freedom from Want, Freedom of Worship),” 2018
#Juneteenth #Freedom @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture @gostowe @forfreedoms #FourFreedoms #ContemporaryAart #CivicExpression #justice #ForFreedoms #stowe #vermont #VermontArts
🌈It’s pride month!
At The Current, we believe art is for everyone. We celebrate creativity, community, and the power of being fully ourselves every day.
Whoever you are, whoever you love, YOU are always welcome here.
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#PrideMonth #ArtForAll @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #contemporary art #stowe #stowearts #VTarts #vermontart #artforeveryone #youarewelcomehere
At The Current, we believe art is for everyone. We celebrate creativity, community, and the power of being fully ourselves every day.
Whoever you are, whoever you love, YOU are always welcome here.
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#PrideMonth #ArtForAll @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #contemporary art #stowe #stowearts #VTarts #vermontart #artforeveryone #youarewelcomehere
Installation has begun for our 34th annual outdoor sculpture exhibition, “Exposed 2025.”
We thought we would share a sneak peek at one of this year’s sculptures being installed on the front lawn of The Current by participating artist John Crawford.
📅 PS: Save the date for the Opening Festival on July 12, which will feature
complimentary live music, a food truck, ice cream, beverages, and artist talks.
(free to all)
🎨: John Crawford, “Branch”
Sponsors for “Exposed 2025” include:
Drs. Leslie Abramson + Fred Rossman
Diane Arnold + Dean Goodermote
The Ashley Family Foundation
Gunnel Clarke & John DeVillars
Cushman Design Group
Genser Insurance
The Oakland Foundation
Vermont Arts Council + National Endowment for the Arts
In Kind:
The Alchemist
Commodities
Stackpole & French Law Offices
Stowe Reporter/Stowetoday.com
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@thecurrenteducation @gostowe @stowevibrancy @stoweartsandculture @bloombergconnects @vtartscouncil @johncrawfordsculpture #stoweartsandculture #contemporaryart #sculpture #stoweart #802arts #outdoorsculpture #openingfestival #savethedate
We thought we would share a sneak peek at one of this year’s sculptures being installed on the front lawn of The Current by participating artist John Crawford.
📅 PS: Save the date for the Opening Festival on July 12, which will feature
complimentary live music, a food truck, ice cream, beverages, and artist talks.
(free to all)
🎨: John Crawford, “Branch”
Sponsors for “Exposed 2025” include:
Drs. Leslie Abramson + Fred Rossman
Diane Arnold + Dean Goodermote
The Ashley Family Foundation
Gunnel Clarke & John DeVillars
Cushman Design Group
Genser Insurance
The Oakland Foundation
Vermont Arts Council + National Endowment for the Arts
In Kind:
The Alchemist
Commodities
Stackpole & French Law Offices
Stowe Reporter/Stowetoday.com
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@thecurrenteducation @gostowe @stowevibrancy @stoweartsandculture @bloombergconnects @vtartscouncil @johncrawfordsculpture #stoweartsandculture #contemporaryart #sculpture #stoweart #802arts #outdoorsculpture #openingfestival #savethedate
Esperanza Cortés, “Breathless” 2021
clay sculpture, glass beads, crystals, personal silk embroidery, and acrylic paint on wooden panel
From The Current’s 2023 Exhibition, “Esperanza Cortés: Tierra Dentro”
“‘Breathless’ was sparked by my horror at the brutalization of George Floyd by the police force, a pattern that has been in place since the inception of this country. Growing up in New York, I knew personally about the brutality of the police toward people of color having lost friends and community members.” – Esperanza Cortés
In honor of today, and every day, we remember the injustices of the past and support artists who shed light on these, while envisioning a more just world.
@esperanzacortes11 @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #esperanzacortés #stowe #vermont #vermontarts #stowearts #contemporaryart #stoweartsandculture #gostowe #latinxartist #columbianartist #beadart #art #artoftheday #exhibition #embroideryart #sculpture #GeorgeFloyd #breathless #lookingback
clay sculpture, glass beads, crystals, personal silk embroidery, and acrylic paint on wooden panel
From The Current’s 2023 Exhibition, “Esperanza Cortés: Tierra Dentro”
“‘Breathless’ was sparked by my horror at the brutalization of George Floyd by the police force, a pattern that has been in place since the inception of this country. Growing up in New York, I knew personally about the brutality of the police toward people of color having lost friends and community members.” – Esperanza Cortés
In honor of today, and every day, we remember the injustices of the past and support artists who shed light on these, while envisioning a more just world.
@esperanzacortes11 @thecurrenteducation @stoweartsandculture #esperanzacortés #stowe #vermont #vermontarts #stowearts #contemporaryart #stoweartsandculture #gostowe #latinxartist #columbianartist #beadart #art #artoftheday #exhibition #embroideryart #sculpture #GeorgeFloyd #breathless #lookingback
This is the final week to view “Timothy Curtis: The Painters’ Hands”
Explore the conversation between Philadelphia wall writers from the 1960s and 1970s, Pennsylvania Dutch Pottery from the 1800s, and new paintings by Timothy Curtis. This is one you don’t want to miss, so be sure to drop by our galleries this week before the exhibition closes on April 12.
Gallery Hours:
Mon-Fri, 10 am–5 pm
Sat, 10 am–3 pm
Images courtesy of Matt Neckers.
Supporters include:
The Alchemist
Union Bank
The Oakland Foundation
Vermont Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts
Town of Stowe
Green Mountain Inn
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @timothy.curtis @greenmountaininn @alchemistbeer @vtartscouncil @neaarts #contemporaryart #philadelphia #graffitiwriting #dutchstoneware #pennsylvaniadutch #painting #markmaking
Explore the conversation between Philadelphia wall writers from the 1960s and 1970s, Pennsylvania Dutch Pottery from the 1800s, and new paintings by Timothy Curtis. This is one you don’t want to miss, so be sure to drop by our galleries this week before the exhibition closes on April 12.
Gallery Hours:
Mon-Fri, 10 am–5 pm
Sat, 10 am–3 pm
Images courtesy of Matt Neckers.
Supporters include:
The Alchemist
Union Bank
The Oakland Foundation
Vermont Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts
Town of Stowe
Green Mountain Inn
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @timothy.curtis @greenmountaininn @alchemistbeer @vtartscouncil @neaarts #contemporaryart #philadelphia #graffitiwriting #dutchstoneware #pennsylvaniadutch #painting #markmaking
To our sponsors, donors, attendees, and volunteers — THANK YOU for your generous support of our Benefit Gala on Saturday. YOU enable us to continue bringing BIG ART to our Small Town.
PS: The fun isn’t over yet! Stay tuned for more photos from the evening and more ways to show your heart for art.
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PS: The fun isn’t over yet! Stay tuned for more photos from the evening and more ways to show your heart for art.
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@thecurrenteducation @thebench_vt @bigtreebeer @vtcommfoundation @quinlangroupvt @landvest.vermont @piecasso @alchemistbeer @lcchocolates @sprucepeak @vtwinemerchants @vontrappbrewing @whistlepigwhiskey #thecurrentartnow #thecurrentgala #gala #fundraiser #supportthearts #stowe #stoweevents #vtevents #vtarts2025 #gostowe #communityarts #nonprofit #nonprofitlife #stowearts #VTarts #contemporaryart #artnow #rhinestonerodeo #acabay #ruralresources
With our most important fundraising event of the year only one day away, we want to take a minute to thank all of the generous sponsors of The Gala. We couldn’t do this without you!
Thank you for showing your heart for art.
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Thank you for showing your heart for art.
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We are so grateful to artist Kevin Cyr for supporting The Current! He will have one painting and one drawing in our Live and Silent Auctions this Saturday at The Gala. Visit the link in our bio to preview everything that will be available in our Live Auction. You can also bid on our Online Auction or purchase a raffle ticket to win a Luxury Vacation to St. Barth’s right now!
PS- you can still attend this fantastic celebration of the arts by purchasing one of the handful of tickets we have left. This is an evening you don’t want to miss.
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PS- you can still attend this fantastic celebration of the arts by purchasing one of the handful of tickets we have left. This is an evening you don’t want to miss.
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Earlier this month, Stowe Middle and High School students had the most incredible opportunity to work with acclaimed Philadelphia graffiti writers of the 1960s and 1970s, CornBread and Kool
Klepto Kidd; and exhibiting artist, Timothy Curtis both at The Current and at SMS, as they learned about mark-making and calligraphy, creating their own monikers or tags.
This is what we do best: bringing big art and ideas to our small town and engaging our community, making art accessible to all.
Special thanks to the artists, sponsors, grantors, and teachers that made this special workshop possible.
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Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller
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Klepto Kidd; and exhibiting artist, Timothy Curtis both at The Current and at SMS, as they learned about mark-making and calligraphy, creating their own monikers or tags.
This is what we do best: bringing big art and ideas to our small town and engaging our community, making art accessible to all.
Special thanks to the artists, sponsors, grantors, and teachers that made this special workshop possible.
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Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller
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If you can’t come to the Gala, please bid on something in our online auction, donate, sponsor, or buy a raffle ticket for an exclusive vacation in St. Barths.
We depend on you to keep art and culture in our town.
To bid in our online auction or purchase a raffle ticket, see link in bio.
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We depend on you to keep art and culture in our town.
To bid in our online auction or purchase a raffle ticket, see link in bio.
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @thecurrenteducation #thecurrentartnow #thecurrentgala #gala #fundraiser #supportthearts #stowe #stoweevents #vtevents #vtarts2025 #gostowe #communityarts #nonprofit #nonprofitlife #stowearts #VTarts #contemporaryart #artnow #rhinestonerodeo #raffle #stbarths
ICYMI: the full recording of “Currently Speaking: Philadelphia Graffiti” with artist Timothy Curtis, in conversation with original graffiti writers and legends, CornBread and Kool Klepto Kidd is now available on our website to view from anywhere! Visit the link in our bio to watch and learn about the influence and origins of graffiti in the 1960s and 1970s in Philadelphia from two of the original writers who experienced it firsthand.
Video by Philip Roy, Treeline Media
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Video by Philip Roy, Treeline Media
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ICYMI: the full recording of “Currently Speaking: Philadelphia Graffiti” with artist Timothy Curtis, in conversation with original graffiti writers and legends, CornBread and Kool Klepto Kidd is now available on our website to view from anywhere! Visit the link in our bio to watch and learn about the influence and origins of graffiti in the 1960s and 1970s in Philadelphia from two of the original writers who experienced it firsthand.
Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller.
Video by Philip Roy, Treeline Media
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @timothy.curtis @cornbreadthelegend @thebench_vt @alchemistbeer @greenmountaininn @vtartscouncil @neaarts #contemporaryart #philadelphia #graffitiwriting #painting #markmaking #currentlyspeaking #artisttalk #koolkleptokidd #cornbreadthelegend #wallwriters
Photos courtesy of Gordon Miller.
Video by Philip Roy, Treeline Media
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While our online auction is off to a great start and open to everyone, we’re excited to also share a sneak peek of some of the exclusive items that will be available the evening of The Gala. These items can only be bid on in person at The Rhinestone Rodeo, so get your tickets before they're gone! Visit the link in our bio to preview additional featured and live auction items and purchase your tickets.
1.Sarah Amos, “Bubbling Up,” Large Collagraph work on paper with hand-added mixed media, 37 x 48"
2.Noah Kahan Limited Edition White Vinyl LP Live at Fenway Park
3.Boston Celtics Court-side Seats
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1.Sarah Amos, “Bubbling Up,” Large Collagraph work on paper with hand-added mixed media, 37 x 48"
2.Noah Kahan Limited Edition White Vinyl LP Live at Fenway Park
3.Boston Celtics Court-side Seats
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In anticipation of our upcoming Gala (less than 3 weeks away!), we have opened our silent auction early for bidding starting TODAY! We have something for everyone including artwork by local and international artists, travel + lodging, experiences, jewelry, restaurant gift certificates, sporting goods, items for your home + garden, and more. Some will go fast, so place your bid or “Buy Now” before you miss out.
Live Auction and Featured Auction items are reserved exclusively for attendees of The Gala, but can be previewed at the link in our bio.
P.S. If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, don’t miss your chance to attend The Gala: Rhinestone Rodeo, featuring a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, seated dinner, dessert, dancing, and late night snacks all in support of The Current.
Visit the link in our bio to start bidding and to purchase your Gala tickets.
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📷:
1. 11" Plate by Alice Neel, "Ian and Mary"
2. Two-month 7-day Couple Membership at Topnotch Resort.
3.“In the Sun on the Sill - Shadow & Feathers,” ed. 3/3 by Dominique Gustin
4. Private Wine Tasting at Ellison Estate Vineyard
5. “Untitled 4” by Axel Stohlberg
6. 2-Night Stay at The Lodge at Spruce Peak
7. “Harvest” by Jackson Tupper
8. “Will & Rowena” by Peter Miller
9. Idletyme $50 Gift Card
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Live Auction and Featured Auction items are reserved exclusively for attendees of The Gala, but can be previewed at the link in our bio.
P.S. If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, don’t miss your chance to attend The Gala: Rhinestone Rodeo, featuring a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, seated dinner, dessert, dancing, and late night snacks all in support of The Current.
Visit the link in our bio to start bidding and to purchase your Gala tickets.
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📷:
1. 11" Plate by Alice Neel, "Ian and Mary"
2. Two-month 7-day Couple Membership at Topnotch Resort.
3.“In the Sun on the Sill - Shadow & Feathers,” ed. 3/3 by Dominique Gustin
4. Private Wine Tasting at Ellison Estate Vineyard
5. “Untitled 4” by Axel Stohlberg
6. 2-Night Stay at The Lodge at Spruce Peak
7. “Harvest” by Jackson Tupper
8. “Will & Rowena” by Peter Miller
9. Idletyme $50 Gift Card
@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @thecurrenteducation @sprucepeak @aliceneelartist @topnotchresort @somnmigratorystudio @ellisonestatevineyard @axelstohlberg @jackson.tupper @petermillerphotographyvt @idletyme.stowevt @quinlangroupvt #thecurrentartnow #thecurrentgala #gala #fundraiser #supportthearts #stowe #stoweevents #vtevents #vtarts2025 #gostowe #communityarts #nonprofit #nonprofitlife #stowearts #VTarts #contemporaryart #artnow #rhinestonerodeo #aliceneel #winetasting #silentauction #onlineauction #artauction
The Gala: Rhinestone Rodeo is only a few weeks away, so corral your friends and loved ones in support of The Current and purchase your tickets before they sell out. (Link in bio for all the details and tickets)
Here’s just a sampling of what you can expect this year:
🍽️MENU: We invite guests to sample the culinary best Spruce Peak Lodge has to offer: hearty comfort foods with a sophisticated twist. Sip on our signature ‘Yippee-Ki-Yay!’ cocktail, with special thanks to Whistle Pig—you can ask for it by name.
👢ATTIRE: Polish your dancing boots, dust off your cowboy hat and visit our pinterest page for inspiration.
🛎️LODGING: The Lodge at Spruce Peak is offering discounted rooms for Gala attendees.
📷PHOTOGRAPHY + PHOTOBOOTH: Courtesy of Elisabeth Viilu Photography
🎉FEATURED AND LIVE AUCTIONS: The Gala is your chance to show your heart for art by bidding on exclusive artwork, experiences, and vacations, and more.
🌴LIVE RAFFLE DRAWING: Enter The Gala Raffle to Win Four Tickets to Paradise!
The Gala is made possible with the support of these generous sponsors:
ACABAY Premier Office Space
Big Tree Brewing Company + The Bench
LandVest
Piecasso
The Quinlan Group at Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman
T.S. Peak
In-Kind Support:
The Alchemist
The Lodge at Spruce Peak
von Trapp Brewing
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Here’s just a sampling of what you can expect this year:
🍽️MENU: We invite guests to sample the culinary best Spruce Peak Lodge has to offer: hearty comfort foods with a sophisticated twist. Sip on our signature ‘Yippee-Ki-Yay!’ cocktail, with special thanks to Whistle Pig—you can ask for it by name.
👢ATTIRE: Polish your dancing boots, dust off your cowboy hat and visit our pinterest page for inspiration.
🛎️LODGING: The Lodge at Spruce Peak is offering discounted rooms for Gala attendees.
📷PHOTOGRAPHY + PHOTOBOOTH: Courtesy of Elisabeth Viilu Photography
🎉FEATURED AND LIVE AUCTIONS: The Gala is your chance to show your heart for art by bidding on exclusive artwork, experiences, and vacations, and more.
🌴LIVE RAFFLE DRAWING: Enter The Gala Raffle to Win Four Tickets to Paradise!
The Gala is made possible with the support of these generous sponsors:
ACABAY Premier Office Space
Big Tree Brewing Company + The Bench
LandVest
Piecasso
The Quinlan Group at Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman
T.S. Peak
In-Kind Support:
The Alchemist
The Lodge at Spruce Peak
von Trapp Brewing
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REMINDER: Join us tomorrow in our galleries for exhibiting artist, Timothy Curtis, in Conversation with original graffiti writers and legends, CornBread and Kool Klepto Kidd. Learn about the influence and origins of graffiti in the 1960s and 1970s in Philadelphia from two of the original writers who experienced it firsthand.
Free to the public with a suggested donation of $10.
For more details and rsvp, visit the link in our bio.
📷: Timothy Curtis, “Cornbread,” 1960s
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Free to the public with a suggested donation of $10.
For more details and rsvp, visit the link in our bio.
📷: Timothy Curtis, “Cornbread,” 1960s
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Join us TOMORROW, 3/11 in our galleries at 5:00 pm
🎥 FILM SCREENING: “WALL WRITERS: GRAFFITI IN ITS INNOCENCE”
Directed by Roger Gastman and narrated by John Waters, this documentary film features photographs, interviews, and archival footage from the late 1960s and early 1970s Philadelphia graffiti scene. This is a perfect preview for our conversation with Philadelphia graffiti writers from that era, CornBread and Kool Klepto Kidd, on Thursday at 5:00 pm.
(Film run time is 1 hour 17 minutes)
Free to the public with a suggested donation of $10.
For more details and rsvp visit the link in our bio.
🎥 FILM SCREENING: “WALL WRITERS: GRAFFITI IN ITS INNOCENCE”
Directed by Roger Gastman and narrated by John Waters, this documentary film features photographs, interviews, and archival footage from the late 1960s and early 1970s Philadelphia graffiti scene. This is a perfect preview for our conversation with Philadelphia graffiti writers from that era, CornBread and Kool Klepto Kidd, on Thursday at 5:00 pm.
(Film run time is 1 hour 17 minutes)
Free to the public with a suggested donation of $10.
For more details and rsvp visit the link in our bio.
Treat yourself and support The Current!
Make it easy and enjoy a ski day at Stowe Sugar Slalom followed by an electrifying evening at The Gala, then stay over at the Lodge at Spruce Peak with special reduced Gala rates.
Visit the link in our bio to reserve your rooms at this limited-time rate.
PS- If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, don’t miss your chance to attend The Gala: Rhinestone Rodeo, featuring a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, seated dinner, dessert, dancing, and late night snacks.
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @sprucepeak @thecurrenteducation #thecurrentartnow #thecurrentgala #gala #fundraiser #supportthearts #stowe #stoweevents #vtevents #vtarts2024 #gostowe #communityarts #nonprofit #nonprofitlife #stowearts #VTarts #contemporaryart #artnow #rhinestonerodeo #sugarslalom #sugaring #treatyourself
Make it easy and enjoy a ski day at Stowe Sugar Slalom followed by an electrifying evening at The Gala, then stay over at the Lodge at Spruce Peak with special reduced Gala rates.
Visit the link in our bio to reserve your rooms at this limited-time rate.
PS- If you haven’t secured your tickets yet, don’t miss your chance to attend The Gala: Rhinestone Rodeo, featuring a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, seated dinner, dessert, dancing, and late night snacks.
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@gostowe @stoweartsandculture @sprucepeak @thecurrenteducation #thecurrentartnow #thecurrentgala #gala #fundraiser #supportthearts #stowe #stoweevents #vtevents #vtarts2024 #gostowe #communityarts #nonprofit #nonprofitlife #stowearts #VTarts #contemporaryart #artnow #rhinestonerodeo #sugarslalom #sugaring #treatyourself
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