“As a FoAW Member there’s a real
opportunity to have in-depth
encounters with works of art,
both familiar and unfamiliar.”
–David Curry, Senior Curator of Decorative Arts, American Painting & Sculpture and liaison to FoAW
Friends of the American Wing
Join FoAW now!
FoAW supports the presentation and growth of the BMA's important collections of decorative arts and American painting and sculpture. The group strives to enhance Members' appreciation and knowledge of art, and encourages Members to develop their own collections. Proceeds from FoAW dues and fundraising activities are used for the acquisition of outstanding examples of fine and decorative art, as well as the scholarly and educational activities of the Museum.
FoAW programs include:
- A lecture and reception series featuring nationally renowned scholars, curators, and dealers
- An Antiques Seminar study program offering Members exclusive access to private collections with tours by curators and connoisseurs
- Educational and study trips
- Social events held in local historic buildings and collectors' homes
- Opportunities to interact with curators from the Department of Decorative Arts and American Painting and Sculpture
FOAW Annual dues: $175 Single; $325 Dual
YFOAW Annual dues: $100 Single; $175 Dual
Contact: 443-573-1766
FoAW Events
Lecture & Reception
Wednesday, February 8, 6 p.m.
Hear updates on the BMA's American Wing Reinstallation with David Park Curry, Senior Curator for Decorative, American Painting and Sculpture
Lecture & Reception
Wednesday, March 14, 6 p.m.
Jonathan Prown, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Chipstone Foundation discusses the recent reinstallation of the American galleries at the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Lecture & Reception
Wednesday, April 11, 6 p.m.
Learn about Baltimore's "Billy Baldwin: The Great American Designer" with interior designer and author Adam Lewis.
All lectures are FREE to Friends of the American Wing Members. For more information, call 443-573-1768 or e-mail friends@artbma.org.
