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As America became a nation, Maysville became the threshold to a new continent. Pioneers, Native Americans, soldiers, and slaves on their way to freedom all came here, and they left a heritage unmatched in our Commonwealth.
At the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center, you’ll find detailed depictions of the region’s past and fascinating insights into the men and women who played their parts in its rich history—people like Daniel Boone, Simon Kenton and his wife Martha Dowden, Henry Clay, Tecumseh, and many others.
Permanent exhibits bring the whole history of the region to life, but the museum is home to more artifacts, documents, and materials than can be displayed at any one time. Like our country, the exhibits here are always changing—there’s always something new and exciting to see.
The Museum Center also plays host to local collectors and traveling programs. Whether you’re interested in history, art, or the everyday life of an extraordinary community, you’ll find it here. Plan on visiting often to see the latest show.
DIAGON ALLEY COMES TO KGMC
August 11, 2009
Fantasy comes to life at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center! Coordinated with the release of the sixth Harry Potter movie, KGMC’s miniatures curator, Kaye Browning, is pleased to announce we now have on display a representation of Diagon Alley, which was where Harry, Ron and Hermione bought their school supplies in the Harry Potter books and movies.
Mrs. Browning admits that she had never read Harry Potter or seen the movies until now. “In the gallery I have tended to deal with realism, and for the first time I have been exposed to a different reality through the Diagon Alley miniature, I think it makes the fantasy world come alive. This is truly exciting and I never dreamed that Harry Potter would be something to appeal to all ages”. Mrs. Browning just recently saw her first Harry Potter movie and now is “hooked” on the Potter phenomenon. “I think that this exhibit will draw in the young and old alike and look forward to exploring more of Harry’s world”.
Diagon Alley shops in miniature are an interpretation by Bill Langford and was restored by Linda Young. The Harry Potter and Dumbledore dolls are the creation of Cat Wingler with the other characters made by Mary Kinloch.
Diagon Alley is on display in the lobby of the museum. The museum is open on Tuesday through Friday from 10 until 5, Saturday from 10 until 4 and on Sunday from 1 until 4
Tom Ross Photographic Exhibit
January 21, 2010
TOM ROSS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT AT THE
KENTUCKY GATEWAY MUSEUM CENTER
Local fine art photographer, Tom Ross, will open a showing of his work in the Changing Exhibit Gallery at the Kentucky Gateway Museum Center on January 20, 2010. Tom’s involvement in photography began over 20 years ago while in college. While his concentration is primarily photographic art and portraiture, he also performs commercial and commissioned work.
“Tom did most of the photographs used by the museum in our brochures. We knew he would be able to capture the essence of our historical roots with his photos and we were so pleased when he agreed to photograph our building, documents and art. He has also been a generous donor of his photos for our reproduction into postcards which feature the region and some of our collection.” said Dawn Browning, Museum Director. “He has been a true supporter of our mission. We are truly pleased to feature his work in a private showing”.
Tom’s philosophy of continuous education in photography is apparent, frequently attending workshops, classes and lectures. He has studied the work of and been influenced by Edward Weston, Richard Avedon, Francesca Woodman, Diane Arbus and Ralph Eugene Meatyard, but has also developed a style that is uniquely his own. He is constantly expanding his horizons. His work often tells a story or is provocative and mysterious.
Tom maintains total control of his finished product by performing all of his own processing, whether traditional silver gelatin darkroom prints or archival giclee. Alternative printing techniques are often use.
Tome is a juried member of The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen and a member of the Augusta Art Guild, University of Kentucky Art Museum, The Kentucky Professional Photographers Association, Lexington Art League, The Ohio Valley Artists Guild and The Center for Fine Art Photography of Fort Collins, Colorado. Today his work is found in private collections throughout the world and on displayed in galleries and shops as well as his own studio.
Unique Perspectives
January 21, 2010
“UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES” EXHIBIT TO OPEN
AT KENTUCKY GATEWAY MUSEUM CENTER
The Kentucky Gateway Museum Center is pleased to host a special exhibit showcasing the work done by Mason County High School students in photography class and senior students who are completing Advanced Placement Portfolios in the media of Photography. Mason County Art Teacher, Stephanie Martinez selected these photos to represent the best works from the last year.
Ms. Martinez believes “the work captures the many perspectives that students have of the world from a different viewpoint than adults. Some of the work evokes strong emotions, conveys political statements and some are pure expressions of beauty. The one thing they have in common is an attention to detail, composition and clarity. The photos also work as a yearbook depicting the many emotions teens can face throughout a year.”
Students participating in this exhibit are: Tiara Harris, Ashley DeAtley, Hannah Rice, April Riggs, Alecia Irwin, Hannah McEldowney, Katie Redmond, Sarah Green, Maria Blevins, Lauren Harrell, Whitney Allen, Indea Breeze, Dakota Henderson, Allison Huff, Katie Zeigler, Daniella Sims, Kirstie Mullikin, Madison Paver and Christian Kirk.
The exhibit is sponsored by the MCHS national Art Honor Society, Mr. Penrose at Kroger Photography and Russell Hughes who donated the mat board.
The exhibit will open on January 19th and run through February 26th in the Wormald Building. There will be an opening reception on January 24, 2010 to honor the students and photographer, Tom Ross, whose work is on display in the Exhibit Gallery. The reception will be held from 2 p/m. until 4 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
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