Docent-Guided Tour of Eyewitness Views: Making History in 18th-Century Europe

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When:

Wednesday, September 27, 2017 - 10:30am - 11:30am

Where:

Who: This docent-led tour is targeted to students in 8th-10th grades.
Adult supervision is not provided. Parents who drop off their teens affirm and acknowledge that their teenagers are capable to being responsible for themselves. The MIA's Family Center is a drop-in space where parents and younger siblings may enjoy kid-friendly books and toys or just let off a little energy.

How much:
Cost for Teen/student: $0.00
Cost for Adult/educator: $0.00

Please register by: Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 10:00pm

Description

Please plan to meet our docent in the atrium of the Target Wing at 10:15am for our 10:30am tour. To be clear, the group is NOT meeting in the main 3rd Ave entrance area between MIA and CTC.

Directions to Target Wing's atrium: First check your backpacks and oversized bags (and coats) at MIA’s free coat check (through the doors to your right from the main 3rd Ave entrance area between MIA and CTC). Then return to entrance area between MIA and CTC and walk outside through the doors (now on your right) on the opposite side from 3rd Ave, walk straight across Target Park and then through the doors into the Target Wing's atrium. See the first floor map (PDF) if you haven't been to this atrium before.

“‘Instagram’ for 18th-Century Tourists” — The Atlantic

In the 1700s, historic events and sights were documented by view painters. Commissioned by princes, popes, and ambassadors, such artists recorded memorable moments first hand, ranging from the Venetian carnival to an eruption of Vesuvius. This first-ever exhibition on the golden age of view-painting includes over 50 scenes of historic events. Turning the beholder into an eyewitness, these paintings, many never seen before in America, bring the spectacle of the past to life. Features key works from leading view painters, including Canaletto, Bellotto, Robert, Panini, and Guardi.

Teens and parents are encouraged do some preparation before the tour so as to get the most from this exhibit:

1. Exhibit website at the Minneapolis Institute of Art
2. Teachers Guide (PDF) from the Minneapolis Institute of Art
3. Press release (PDF) from the Minneapolis Institute of Art
4. ‘Instagram’ for 18th-Century Tourists, by Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell in The Atlantic, May 25, 2017.
5. Audio tour from the J. Paul Getty Museum
6. Exhibit website at the J. Paul Getty Museum
7. “The paintings in “Eyewitness Views” were the Instagram of the 1700s. Here’s why that matters,” by Juline Chevalier, head of Interpretation and Participatory Experiences at the Minneapolis Institute of Art
8. “When current events were captured in paintings,” by Euan Kerr
9. “Snapshots of the 18th century, at the Minneapolis Institute of Art: History is writ large in ‘Eyewitness Views,’ a show of huge oil paintings that capture moments in time,” by Alicia Eler

MIA Policies

• Do not touch the works of art. Stay at least a foot away and refrain from leaning on the walls or display cases.
• Keep voices low.
• Food, beverages, and chewing gum are not allowed in the galleries.
• Running and rough play are prohibited.
• Only pencils may be used in the galleries: please, keep pens and markers at home.
• Use a clipboard or notebook when writing or sketching in the galleries; refrain from using the walls or display cases as support.
• Backpacks and oversized bags are not permitted in the galleries. Bags may be checked at MIA’s free coat check. (Medical packs are permitted.)

You may continue touring without the docent at the conclusion of our tour provided that at least 1 adult stays with each group of students. However, once you exit the Special Exhibition area, you will not be able to re-enter. Our docent will be happy to give you directions to the areas that interest you. The organizer and her son plan to continue touring until hunger motivates them toward Agra Culture Restaurant on the mezzanine level for lunch.

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Cancellation information

Cancellation deadline: Wed, Sep 20, 2017 - 10:00pm

TO CANCEL BEFORE THE DEADLINE: 
(1) Please let the organizer know as soon as possible via email. 

TO CANCEL AFTER THE DEADLINE: 
(1) Let the organizer know as soon as possible via email. 
(3) To avoid empty seats, please attempt to transfer your tickets to another family.
(3b) Please let the organizer know about the substitution. 
 
TO CANCEL ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT: 
(1) It is not cool to just not show up. Please let the organizer know if you are unable to attend — via email, text message or voice mail. 
(2) To avoid empty seats, please attempt to find a last-minute substitute for your family. 

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Please arrive by:

Please plan to arrive before 10:15am in order to have plenty of time to find parking, check in with the organizer, visit the bathrooms (check your coats) and otherwise be prepared for our tour to start on time. Please plan to be early to avoid being late due to inadequate maps, confusing road signs, road construction, heavy traffic, parking difficulties, inclement weather or uncooperative children.

Where to meet:

The group is to meet our docent in the atrium of the Target Wing at 10:15am for our 10:30am tour. To be clear, the group is NOT meeting in the main 3rd Ave entrance area between MIA and CTC. 

Directions to Target Wing's atrium: First check your backpacks and oversized bags (and coats) at MIA’s free coat check (through the doors to your right from the main 3rd Ave entrance area between MIA and CTC). Then return to entrance area between MIA and CTC and walk outside through the doors (now on your right) on the opposite side from 3rd Ave, walk straight across Target Park and then through the doors into the Target Wing's atrium. See the first floor map (PDF) if you haven't been to this atrium before.

Food policy:

Please, no food or beverages in the galleries. Enjoy a treat, meal, coffee, or juice at Agra Culture Coffee Shop and Cafe just off the main lobby or Agra Culture Restaurant on the mezzanine level. 

Parking information:

The parking ramp is directly south of the CTC-MIA complex. The ramp entrances are located on 3rd Ave S between E 24th St and E 25th St. There is a surface lot directly across the street from the ramp with an entrance on 3rd Ave S and another on E 25th St. There is an additional lot northeast of the museum with entrances on 3rd Ave S, E 24th St, and Clinton Ave S. 

Parking is $5 for the first 2 hours and $1 for each additional hour with a daily maximum or lost ticket fee of $12. Please follow instructions at the pay stations. Be aware that there is a possibility of event rates. 

More information and a map can be found at new.artsmia.org/visit/parking/

Directions:

From the east on I-94 West (from St. Paul), exit at 11th St and follow 11th St exit to the second stoplight. Turn left onto 3rd Ave S. Continue on 3rd Ave until you see the MIA on your right, just south of the intersection of E 24th St and 3rd Ave S.

From Downtown Minneapolis, drive south on 3rd Ave (away from the Mississippi River) until you see the MIA on your right, just south of the intersection of E 24th St and 3rd Ave S.

From the west on I-394 East (from St Louis Park), exit on 12th St and drive 4 blocks, turn right on La Salle Ave. Take La Salle to Franklin Ave and turn left on Franklin and proceed to 3rd Ave S. Turn right on 3rd Ave and proceed to the MIA.

From the north and northwest on I-94 East (from St Cloud), take the Hennepin/Lyndale exit. When Hennepin and Lyndale divide, continue on Lyndale Ave S to E 24th St. Turn left and proceed to 3rd Ave S. Turn right onto 3rd Ave.

From the north and east on I-35W South (from Duluth), exit to I-94 West then exit at 11th St and follow 11th St exit to the second stoplight. Turn left onto 3rd Ave S. Continue on 3rd Ave until you see the MIA on your right, just south of the intersection of E 24th St and 3rd Ave S.

From the south on I-35W North (from Rochester), take the 31st St/Lake St exit and turn left onto 31st St. Drive to 1st Ave S and turn right and drive to 24th St and turn right. Proceed to 3rd Ave. Turn right onto 3rd Ave. The entrance to the MIA is on the right.

Additional information and a map can be found at new.artsmia.org/visit/directions/

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