Sidle House – things we lost in the: The Legacy of St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre

Saturday 10/5 Artist Talk: Aminata Conteh, Juria Toramae, & Kenny Shapiro // 2-3 PM

A captivating art exhibition set within a unique historical narrative, curated by mid-coast Maine poet, artist and musician Colin Cheney. The exhibition, on view through November 1, 2024 – invites visitors to explore a blend of contemporary artwork and thought-provoking historic artifacts inspired by the fictional St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre. A number of connected artist talks, musical events, and performances are scheduled throughout the show’s tenure.

“things we lost in the” features a wide variety of artworks, including paintings, photography, sculpture, and time-based video and sound art. The exhibition highlights the talents of nineteen local and international artists, including Khaila Batts, Rita Bernstein, Jordan Carey, Aminata Conteh, Epiphany Couch, Maung Day, Fadl Fakhouri, Shaina Gates, Dana Guth, Jenny Ibsen, Marcus Jackson, Lokotah Sanborn, Adam Rosenblatt, Kalyn Pavliniç, Martin Pavliniç, Kenny Shapiro, Juria Toramae, Andrew Tosiello and Ziyao Zou.

Each artwork will be accompanied by text providing lyric insights into the artist’s vision and their connection to the myth of St. Amelia’s. Additionally, the exhibition includes “artifacts” from the college, such as a disassembled pump organ, burnt timbers, archival files, and scientific apparatuses. While some artifacts will be identified, others will invite visitors to contribute their own stories.

Suggested donation $10 – register HERE.

Sidle House
20 Bartol Island Rd,
Freeport, ME
512-771-1149
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