Hear from and meet the featured artist and curator, and enjoy the A&H’s beautifully lit campus at night as you explore the new exhibition! The party will also feature live music by Big Ron Betts, food by Brock’s BBQ, and a bar. This exhibition will feature the religious and spiritual works of A&H’s founder, J. André Smith, paired with the religious works of Missionary Mary L. Proctor.
Using found objects from her junkyard, Missionary Mary crafts three-dimensional works and paintings assembled from buttons, mirrors, jewelry, doors, and other various trinkets. Some works are inspired by bible scripture and others by memories of her grandmother or her childhood. Most include written messages of spiritual truths or life lessons.
During his life, Smith sought to bridge the gap between different communities of color, like Maitland and Eatonville, through his religious works and to bring to the forefront the common aspects and shared articles of faith.
The conversation between these two artists will examine Smith’s interest in, and fascination with, spirituality and diverse belief systems.
TICKETS – This event is FREE for all attendees, thanks to an anonymous donor! (Bring your friends and family!) Optional donations of any size are gladly accepted while reserving your free tickets, and helps us continue expanding our free programming. Get your tickets here.
Art & History Museums of Maitland (A&H) is a premier Central Florida cultural destination and community gathering place, combining the best of both art and history. A&H is home to four unique museums: the Maitland Historical Museum, the Telephone Museum, the Waterhouse Residence & Carpentry Shop Museum, and the Maitland Art Center (the only National Historic Landmark in greater Orlando). A&H is also home to a variety of art classes and workshops, as well as two artist residency programs.