Cultural Heroes: Sculpture by Alan LeQuire January 22, 2009

Alan LeQuire’s bronze doors welcome our patrons to the Main Library on Church Street. This exhibit is a series of oversized portrait heads. The five people currently represented in the sculptures so far are Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, Leadbelly, Paul Robeson, and Woody Guthrie.
Other programs related to this exhibit listed below.

Reception and Unveiling of Sixth Portrait
Thursday, February 19
5 – 7 pm
Main Library Art Gallery

Culture and Change: Celebrating Those Who Made a Difference
Saturday, February 28
11 am – 1 pm
Art Gallery and Conference Center
All ages

“As an artist I come to sing, but as a citizen, I will always speak for peace…”
-Paul Robeson

Join us at the Main Library for a multi-generational celebration of cultural heroes and heroines. The event will combine: sculptures from the exhibit Cultural Heroes by Alan LeQuire; stories of inspiration that take readers on an intimate journey filled with defining moments of strength and conviction; live music performances that inspire the soul; crafts that involve creating your own cultural hero portrait, comic strip, or flip book. Refreshments will be served.

A Life in Art
Saturday, March 21
10:30 am – Noon
Conference Center

Alan LeQuire presents a slideshow and talk about his artistic development as a nationally renowned sculptor.

Sculpture Demo with Alan LeQuire
Saturday, April 18
10:30 – Noon
Main Library Art Gallery

Join renowned artist Alan LeQuire as he sculpts in the gallery using a live model.

Blues Talk with Professor Robert Fry
Saturday, April 18
1 – 2:30 pm
Conference Center

Vanderbilt Professor Robert Fry will bring the Cultural Heroes to life, focusing on the unique musical and social contributions of each artist.

Tour of Artwork by Alan LeQuire at the Library and Beyond
Saturday, May 9
Begins at 10:30 am at the Church Street doors at the Main Library

Come learn more about Alan LeQuire’s work at the library by touring the Main Library. Attendees are welcome to tour Nashville on their own to look at Mr. LeQuire’s other local artwork, such as the Parthenon’s Athena, and are invited to visit his studio from 1-3 pm.

Official Website: http://www.library.nashville.gov