MUSEUM MEMORIES
Museum Memories is a program consisting of tours and art classes specially designed for adults with early-stage dementia and their care partners. Participants are part of meaningful social activities, experiencing tactile and intellectual stimulation. This program gives visitors an opportunity to explore modern art in a way that increases their self-esteem and nourishes their relationship with their care partner.
TESTIMONIALS
This is the first time my husband and I have been able to find a program where we can work on the same level, both learning something new and exploring our creative sides. We have worked on art projects before but never in such a supportive, social and interactive environment. We are also especially excited to use our lifetime membership to visit the Bechtler and attend concerts at discounted rates. - Participant
Musuem Memories aligns with Southminster’s cultural arts initiatives, with the belief that enriching cultural arts in our community will benefit all generations, both today and in the future. - Community Partner: Tracy McGinnis, Southminster, Director of Philanthropy
His wife was his care partner, they were a lovely couple. She said, “He is losing his language, we went to dinner with another couple and he didn’t speak.” As we sat there and watched him work with the teaching artist on his self-portrait he told stories of his youth, his travels and his family. His wife smiled, she said, “This is why we need classes like these.” - Staff
TOURS
Check back here soon for more Museum Memories tours when they get posted!
ART CLASSES
Jean Tinguely - Albatros
© 2009 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris
The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art is dedicated to the celebration and analysis of the strongest aspects of mid- century modernism as reflected in the holdings of the Bechtler collection.
The collection comprises
more than 1,400 works by 20th-century modern artists. Some works are accompanied by books, photographs and letters illustrating personal connections to the Bechtler family.
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