The Gala
On Saturday, April 22nd, the Hyde Park Art Center hosted its Grand Opening Gala, with over 500 guests. Visitors got a preview of our inaugural exhibition TAKEOVER, and mingled with artists and staff while exploring the entire building, classrooms, studios, exhibition galleries, offices, and more. During dinner, we watched a tribute video to Ruth Horwich, our honorary Board Chair, and she was presented with a special thank you gift for her many years of contributions to the Art Center. Each guest also received a copy of our commemorative book Perpetually Strange which chronicled the history of the Hyde Park Art Center. After dinner, staff and friends continued the celebration and danced the night away with cocktails, dessert, and good cheer.
Please be sure to join us as we open the entire building up the public during our Creative Move this weekend, April 29th and 30th. The Art Center will be open for 36 straight hours as we host performers, music, workshops, art classes, talks, and much more to kick off our new opening with a bang.