Was on display December 9, 2022 – April 17, 2023
Storied Objects: Folk Art from the Holland Museum Collection will explore rarely seen folk art from the Holland Museum collection such as quilts, pottery, puppets, carvings, and basketweaving.
Folk art spans every culture across the globe, merging the utilitarian with the decorative, and reflects the heart of the community from which it comes. Each piece has a story; the artist behind the piece, the culture from which it came, and a purpose.
Unlike most genres of art, which can be easily identified by a specific time period or style, folk art is broad and can be difficult to define. The term can simultaneously refer to centuries-old textiles from the Middle East, 20th-century American wood carvings, or contemporary artists working with clay in Mexico.
Many folk artists are self-taught or have developed their skills through apprenticeships and community learning. While fine artists are traditionally more concerned with the ‘rules’ of art, folk artist may be less concerned with the style, and instead focuses on expressing their values and cultural identity through their work. Holland Museum has collected hundreds of pieces of folk art through the decades, and the stories and people behind the objects on display in this exhibit.
The exhibit will be on display until April 17, 2023. Thank you to the Partner Sponsor: Horizon Bank and Media Sponsor: WGVU/PBS TV and NPR Radio.
Exhibit Related Programming
Folk Art Family Day
Took place on Saturday, March 18, 2023
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
This program was included with Museum Admission
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Highlights from Storied Objects: Folk Art from the Holland Museum Collection
Took place on Monday, March 20, 2023
6:30-7:30 pm
Free, in-person at Herrick District Library, 300 S. River
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