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318-348-2005 unionmuseum@gmail.com Visits to museum will resume April 15 |
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Museum closed until April 15
We are hitting the pause button here at Discovery Place in response to Governor Edwards' directive for all non-essential service providers to cease operations at this time. We plan to re-open on Wednesday, April 15.
Normal operating hours are Wednesday-Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Stay safe, everyone...wash your hands...love your neighbor enough to do what you can to keep them well, too.
We are hitting the pause button here at Discovery Place in response to Governor Edwards' directive for all non-essential service providers to cease operations at this time. We plan to re-open on Wednesday, April 15.
Normal operating hours are Wednesday-Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Stay safe, everyone...wash your hands...love your neighbor enough to do what you can to keep them well, too.
Museum launches "Our Collective Diary" project
How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting you and your family? What are you thinking and doing now? Will you share your thoughts about these times for a permanent historical record?
Union Museum of History and Art will gather impressions from local people as the Coronavirus pandemic unfolds across the community and the United States. Individuals are invited to submit their personal reflections now and in the coming weeks for the “Our Collective Diary” project. Send submissions to unionmuseum@gmail.com, by text to 318-348-2005, or by mail to 211 N. Main St., Farmerville. Photographs and drawings may be included. Note that submissions and photographs will be compiled into a permanent museum record later in the year and will be publicly accessible online and possibly a printed booklet. Please include your name, address, and telephone number. Individuals may submit numerous times as the pandemic unfolds and impacts the population.
Both children and adults are invited to send their reflections, which can include how they are personally impacted by illness, fear of illness, inconvenience, family and interpersonal relations, emotional tolls, lifestyle changes, or spiritual insights. Please limit your submissions to your personal experiences and thoughts, rather than essays from elected officials, journalists, or others.
How is the coronavirus pandemic affecting you and your family? What are you thinking and doing now? Will you share your thoughts about these times for a permanent historical record?
Union Museum of History and Art will gather impressions from local people as the Coronavirus pandemic unfolds across the community and the United States. Individuals are invited to submit their personal reflections now and in the coming weeks for the “Our Collective Diary” project. Send submissions to unionmuseum@gmail.com, by text to 318-348-2005, or by mail to 211 N. Main St., Farmerville. Photographs and drawings may be included. Note that submissions and photographs will be compiled into a permanent museum record later in the year and will be publicly accessible online and possibly a printed booklet. Please include your name, address, and telephone number. Individuals may submit numerous times as the pandemic unfolds and impacts the population.
Both children and adults are invited to send their reflections, which can include how they are personally impacted by illness, fear of illness, inconvenience, family and interpersonal relations, emotional tolls, lifestyle changes, or spiritual insights. Please limit your submissions to your personal experiences and thoughts, rather than essays from elected officials, journalists, or others.
"For the Love of Horses" exhibit is a winner
After the museum resumes operations, come see the colorful array of equine art and photos in the current exhibit, "For the Love of Horses," featuring paintings by Hooshang, a Ruston-based artist of world renown, and photographs of horses at Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farm in Spearsville. (photos by Ashley Dison). Plus, several other horse enthusiasts have contributed treasures for the display including Christina Adkins, Jon McKinnie, Sherry Alexander, and Beverly Jay.
The exhibit will be up through April 24.
Special thanks to our sponsors, Union Parish Tourist Commission, Tuffy and Bonnie Fields, and Union Veterinary Clinic.
After the museum resumes operations, come see the colorful array of equine art and photos in the current exhibit, "For the Love of Horses," featuring paintings by Hooshang, a Ruston-based artist of world renown, and photographs of horses at Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farm in Spearsville. (photos by Ashley Dison). Plus, several other horse enthusiasts have contributed treasures for the display including Christina Adkins, Jon McKinnie, Sherry Alexander, and Beverly Jay.
The exhibit will be up through April 24.
Special thanks to our sponsors, Union Parish Tourist Commission, Tuffy and Bonnie Fields, and Union Veterinary Clinic.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR -- Drawing, Racehorses, and More!!
Tuesday, April 14 -- 5:30 p.m. -- “For the Love of Racehorses,” slide presentation by Ashley Dison, co-owner of Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farms, Spearsville. Free.
Thursdays, April 16, 23, and 30 -- 4 to 6 p.m. -- “Introduction to Drawing,” series of three lessons led by artist David Taylor. $30 fee, includes materials. Signup at 318-348-2005 or unionmuseum@gmail.com
Saturday, April 18 -- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. -- “Miniature Horse Day” at museum. Come meet Dandy, a beautiful miniature filly owned by Beverly and Joe Jay. Learn about these charming little horses. Bring the kids! Free.
Tuesday, April 21 -- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. -- “Fast Action Photography,” workshop led by Tom Morris, Ouachita Citizen sports photographer. Register at 318-348-2005 or unionmuseum@gmail.com. Recommended that you bring your camera or camera/phone. Free.
Tuesday, April 14 -- 5:30 p.m. -- “For the Love of Racehorses,” slide presentation by Ashley Dison, co-owner of Indian Creek Thoroughbred Farms, Spearsville. Free.
Thursdays, April 16, 23, and 30 -- 4 to 6 p.m. -- “Introduction to Drawing,” series of three lessons led by artist David Taylor. $30 fee, includes materials. Signup at 318-348-2005 or unionmuseum@gmail.com
Saturday, April 18 -- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. -- “Miniature Horse Day” at museum. Come meet Dandy, a beautiful miniature filly owned by Beverly and Joe Jay. Learn about these charming little horses. Bring the kids! Free.
Tuesday, April 21 -- 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. -- “Fast Action Photography,” workshop led by Tom Morris, Ouachita Citizen sports photographer. Register at 318-348-2005 or unionmuseum@gmail.com. Recommended that you bring your camera or camera/phone. Free.
Don Cincone discusses his life and art at ULM in 2013. Photo courtesy the Hawkeye.
Great memories: The exhibit of art by Don Cincone
Union Museum of History and Art presented an exhibit of 30 spectacular works by internationally known African-American artist Don Cincone the month of January, 2020.
Born in Alto, Louisiana, in 1936, he currently resides in Monroe and has close family ties in the Marion area. Cincone has traveled worldwide to study and exhibit his art in studios and museums, and was awarded the Silver Medal of literary arts and Sciences in Rome in 1968. He was commissioned by Universal Studios to do 85 paintings for the 1965 movie “The Art of Love” which starred James Garner, Elke Sommers, Dick Van Dyke and Angie Dickinson. His art has been included in the collections of such notables as Walt Disney, Henri Mancini, Ross Hunter, Leonard Bernstein and Edward G. Robinson.
Union Museum of History and Art presented an exhibit of 30 spectacular works by internationally known African-American artist Don Cincone the month of January, 2020.
Born in Alto, Louisiana, in 1936, he currently resides in Monroe and has close family ties in the Marion area. Cincone has traveled worldwide to study and exhibit his art in studios and museums, and was awarded the Silver Medal of literary arts and Sciences in Rome in 1968. He was commissioned by Universal Studios to do 85 paintings for the 1965 movie “The Art of Love” which starred James Garner, Elke Sommers, Dick Van Dyke and Angie Dickinson. His art has been included in the collections of such notables as Walt Disney, Henri Mancini, Ross Hunter, Leonard Bernstein and Edward G. Robinson.
Thanks to the Walmart Foundation for underwriting the Don Cincone art exhibit |
Local Walmart manager Rachel Akrong (right) and assistant manager Sue Phillips chat with artist Don Cincone at the grand opening reception on Jan. 7 in the museum.
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Twelve of the 19 honorees were able to be present for the "Defenders of Freedom" ceremony on June 17. They are shown here, along with several event planners and participants. Each honoree was presented with a medal and certificate of appreciation. ( Photo courtesy Annie Sharp Berry)
"Defenders of Freedom" ceremony honors WWII vets
It was an afternoon of remembrance, gratitude, and praise as 19 local World War II veterans were honored for their service with a special ceremony that also officially opened the "Pelican State Goes to War" exhibit in the Union Museum. Stars of the occasion on June 17, 2019, were military veterans Russell Adams, Norwood Albritton, Willis Andrews, C.C. Bayles, Jr., John Grady Culpepper, James Hubert Franklin, Richard Jones, L.B. Knighton, L.J. Laster, Harry Maroney, James M. Newsom, Billy Ross O'Bannon, Raymond Odom, Jim Pardue, Jack Edsel Peppers, M.O. Porter, Jack Taylor, James Wilbur Upshaw; and munitions factory veteran Dorothy Golden Smith. Each honoree received a Defender of Freedom medal and certificate of appreciation. The setting for the ceremony was the lobby of Origin Bank, which was filled with some 100 family, friends and community leaders eager to honor the veterans who gave so much for their country during the perilous times of World War II.
Speaking about each honoree's service were Jerry W. Taylor, Union Parish Police Jury president; M. Stein Baughman, Jr., Town of Farmerville mayor; Jay Snell, Marion State Bank; and Tim Tettleton, Origin Bank. Emcee was Brittany Unkel, Union Museum of History and Art board chair.
A vast array of beautifully presented refreshments was ably provided by Women for Veterans, auxiliary of the local VFW post.
It was an afternoon of remembrance, gratitude, and praise as 19 local World War II veterans were honored for their service with a special ceremony that also officially opened the "Pelican State Goes to War" exhibit in the Union Museum. Stars of the occasion on June 17, 2019, were military veterans Russell Adams, Norwood Albritton, Willis Andrews, C.C. Bayles, Jr., John Grady Culpepper, James Hubert Franklin, Richard Jones, L.B. Knighton, L.J. Laster, Harry Maroney, James M. Newsom, Billy Ross O'Bannon, Raymond Odom, Jim Pardue, Jack Edsel Peppers, M.O. Porter, Jack Taylor, James Wilbur Upshaw; and munitions factory veteran Dorothy Golden Smith. Each honoree received a Defender of Freedom medal and certificate of appreciation. The setting for the ceremony was the lobby of Origin Bank, which was filled with some 100 family, friends and community leaders eager to honor the veterans who gave so much for their country during the perilous times of World War II.
Speaking about each honoree's service were Jerry W. Taylor, Union Parish Police Jury president; M. Stein Baughman, Jr., Town of Farmerville mayor; Jay Snell, Marion State Bank; and Tim Tettleton, Origin Bank. Emcee was Brittany Unkel, Union Museum of History and Art board chair.
A vast array of beautifully presented refreshments was ably provided by Women for Veterans, auxiliary of the local VFW post.
One year ago: Art installation dedicated in Farmerville
The "Fishing Fantasy" art installation designed by local mosaic artist Jamie Anderson was unveiled and publicly dedicated Friday, Dec. 28, at its location on the south lawn of the Union Parish Courthouse in Farmerville. The Union Museum of History and Art led the project as a gift to the community. Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Jay McCallum and Farmerville Mayor M. Stein Baughman Jr. spoke briefly during the dedication ceremonies, emceed by museum board chairman Brittany Unkel.
The seven-foot tall concrete sculpture is sheathed in colorful glass pieces and depicts rippling blue waters, many-hued fish, and abundant sunshine so beloved in Union Parish.
The museum board is grateful to Anderson and others who made this project possible: the Union Parish Police Jury; James Gatson, concrete contractor; Brooke Foy, public art consultant; and all donors who purchased commemorative bricks.
This project was supported in part by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.”
The "Fishing Fantasy" art installation designed by local mosaic artist Jamie Anderson was unveiled and publicly dedicated Friday, Dec. 28, at its location on the south lawn of the Union Parish Courthouse in Farmerville. The Union Museum of History and Art led the project as a gift to the community. Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Jay McCallum and Farmerville Mayor M. Stein Baughman Jr. spoke briefly during the dedication ceremonies, emceed by museum board chairman Brittany Unkel.
The seven-foot tall concrete sculpture is sheathed in colorful glass pieces and depicts rippling blue waters, many-hued fish, and abundant sunshine so beloved in Union Parish.
The museum board is grateful to Anderson and others who made this project possible: the Union Parish Police Jury; James Gatson, concrete contractor; Brooke Foy, public art consultant; and all donors who purchased commemorative bricks.
This project was supported in part by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.”
Artist Jamie Anderson, creator of the "Fishing Fantasy" sculpture, accepts a bouquet of flowers at the dedication Friday, Dec. 28
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Dedication ceremonies were emceed by Brittany Unkel (right), chairman of the Board of Directors, Union Museum of History and Art. Speaking briefly were Second Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Jay McCallum (left), Farmerville Mayor M. Stein Baughman Jr., and artist Jamie Anderson.
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The newly installed "Fishing Fantasy" sculpture is located on the south lawn of the Union Parish Courthouse. The project was supported by 55 individuals and organizations who purchased commemorative bricks, and by a state arts grant.
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Union Museum of History and Art gratefully acknowledges arts grants
Several projects of the Union Museum of History and Art have been supported by grants from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.”
Several projects of the Union Museum of History and Art have been supported by grants from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, Inc. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Art Works.”
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"First Friends" of the Museum
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA - architectural rendering
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John and Alana Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and today the Union Museum of History and Art is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA - architectural rendering
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John and Alana Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and today the Union Museum of History and Art is an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
