
November 30, 2011


The H. F. Johnson Gallery of Art presents the third International Nativity Crèche Exhibition Nov. 29-Jan. 21. An opening reception was held on Friday, Dec. 2.
The exhibit includes more than 80 Nativity crèche sets and related paintings, fabric
wall hangings, and sculptures that depict the theme of the Holy Family.
As in the past exhibits, many countries will be represented in materials
native to the area, such as wood, metal, paper, cloth, seeds, plant
products, eggs, wax, and glass. This exhibition promises to enlighten
the viewer on how people from around the world envision the Holy Family.
Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, and 1-4 p.m. Saturday.
The gallery will be closed Dec. 17-Jan. 2 for winter break.