Garden Party: Outdoor Sculptures by Dorothy Gillespie
June 04, 2022 - June 04, 2024
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Fort Wayne, IN
Garden Party: Outdoor Sculptures by Dorothy Gillespie brought color and energy to the museum's previously vacant sculpture court. The area's redevelopment required me to coordinate the shipping and installation of 10 metal sculptures, increased security measures, and landscaping. The museum's Technicial Director Facilities Manager, and Gary Israel, son of the artist, were key collaborators on ensuring the project's success.
Dorothy Gillespie was a pioneer for women in the arts. In her impressive career of over 70 years, she was an activist, lecturer, and mentor to creative women throughout the world. This exhibition honors her dazzling career, including her landmark 1979 exhibition in Fort Wayne.
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Installing sculptures in specially-ordered planters. Featured in the Journal Gazette on September 2, 2022
Gillespie working on sculptures for her 1979 exhibition at the original Fort Wayne Museum of Art Building.
