New London, NH - Have you ever wondered about the hidden stories and techniques behind preserving cultural treasures? This month’s Humanities Monday speaker offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of art conservation - a topic you won’t want to miss.
Every third Monday of the month, The Center for the Arts hosts Humanities Mondays, creating a space for thought-provoking discussions that explore arts, culture, and the shared human experience. These events foster connections, spark new perspectives, and deepen our appreciation for the stories and ideas that shape our world.
This month, we’re thrilled to welcome Allison Jackson, Associate Conservator of Frames at Harvard Art Museums’ Straus Center for Conservation and Technical Studies. Allison also owns and leads Allison Jackson Frame Conservation & Gilding in Central New Hampshire. With a degree in Studio Art from the University of Vermont and years of hands-on training with master craftsmen, she brings extensive expertise to the field of frame conservation. Her career includes six years at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, collaborations with private collectors and museums throughout the Northeast, and her leadership roles as a Professional Associate of the American Institute of Conservation and President of the New England Conservation Association.
In her presentation, "A Decade of Intentional Framing at the Harvard Art Museums," Allison will share insights from over a decade of reframing historical and modern artworks. Her talk will include highlights such as a 13th-century Italian altarpiece frame, early Netherlandish masterpieces, Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, and works by John Singer Sargent and Edward Hopper. From historic frames for German Expressionist pieces to modern strip frames, Allison’s work showcases the artistry and technical precision behind conserving and honoring cultural treasures.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from a leading expert in art conservation! Join us to discover how the frames that hold our greatest masterpieces are works of art in themselves.
Each Humanities Mondays presentation will begin at 6:30pm and will take place at CFA’s new space at 428 Main St. in New London and is free and open to the public.
Please RSVP to reserve a seat as space is limited, by emailing info@cfanh.org.