A note from Janine Adams, President, Friends of the Schepis - Schepis Museum
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The Schepis Newsletter
May 2018
106 Main Street • PO Box 743 • Columbia, LA 71418 • (318) 649-9931
A note from Janine Adams,
President,
Friends of the Schepis
As president of the Friends of the
Schepis I want to express my sincere
appreciation to everyone who
contributed their time and talents at
this year’s Blend of the River!
Our special thanks to our event volunteers and sponsors:
Bacchus & Co, Brian Frazier, Brookshire’s Columbia, La, Caldwell Bank, Caldwell
Memorial Hospital, Caldwell Sheriff Office, Cat Island Trading Post, Charles Simons,
Cowboy Cookers, Fictive Artist, Fontenot’s Cajun Way, Glen Womack for Senate,
Homeland Bank, James Travis, Louisiana Signs & Designs, Mac’s Fresh Market, Mad
Jacks, Mark and Tamra Hatten, Randy Rentz, Senator Neil Riser, Steve May, Sonic, and
so many more! Thank you for making our event such a fun success!
The community support that we continue to receive is extraordinary! We are proud to serve our community as
we work towards our mission of bringing the arts – in all forms – to our region. To that end, the Schepis
Museum is proud to announce a summer full of activities for all ages! Our current exhibits highlight a fantastic
Louisiana artist – Monica Hebert and the Architecture of Caldwell Parish. In June, we will host 3 separate
exhibits – 3-C Cowgirl Photography showcases the stunning beauty of ranch life through vivid photography by
3 young, up and coming photographers, Brandi Williams brings a new perspective with her rich paintings and
photography, Amanda Roe showcases a series inspired by photographs of soldiers and their dogs during World
War 1. During the last week of June and July, the Schepis will host an afternoon summer art camp for kids
grades 3-10 as well as an evening painting class for adults on June 27th, and a dinner theater July 26 and 27th.
These are just a few of the many events coming to the Schepis in the coming months!
However, none of these events would be possible without the incredible support of our community! We hope
that you will join or renew your membership to the Friends of the Schepis so that we may count you among our
generous supporters! Joining or renewing is easy – simply complete the attached form and mail to the Schepis
(PO Box 743, Columbia, La 71418) or drop it off at the Schepis on your next visit! If you have not already,
please subscribe to our e-mail newsletter by visiting our webpage at www.schepismuseum.com so that you will
be among the first to hear about all our events and receive special invitations to our opening events!
Don’t forget – the Schepis Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization and we are able to accept your charitable
contributions, for more information call the Schepis at 649-9931. Again, thank you for your support and we
look forward to seeing you at the Schepis soon!
-Janine Adams
Current Exhibits
Downstairs Gallery through June 2: Monica Hebert. Her
exhibition is titled: “ I CAME HOME”
Ms. Hebert, a Lake Charles native returned home 9 years ago, after
living in other parts of the country including NYC and Washington,
DC. All of the works in the exhibition of Ms. Hebert have all been
created upon her return home. Living away for so many years
impacted her approach to art and to her focus including
opportunities to learn from others at the famed Art Students
League of New York City.
Come and see this wonderful showcase at the Schepis Museum
with works for purchase during the showcase.
Upstairs Gallery though June 2: The Architecture of Caldwell
Coordinated with the Cooley House Foundation's Tour
Along the Ouachita (information at cooleyhouse.org)
Explore the hidden architecture of Caldwell as we
showcase a collection of sketches highlighting the story
and beauty of our proud historical buildings as part of
the Year of the River 2019 - the bicentennial of the first
steamboat's arrival in Monroe.
Did you know you can shop Amazon and give back with each order??
To designate the Schepis as your charity: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/72-1269761
Summer – Exhibitions & Events
June - Upstairs Gallery: 3-C Cowgirl Photography
Young, emerging artists will showcase her photography that centers on her
love of horses. “I love capturing the beauty of the relation between the horse
and rider as well preserving the culture and heritage shared by all
equestrians!” – Caitlyn Dionne. This exhibit is an excellent accompaniment to
the Lions Club Rodeo in Caldwell Parish – June 6-8th.
June – Downstairs Gallery: Amanda Roe and Brandi Williams
These two artist bring fresh perspective with their work. Amanda’s series is
inspired by World War 1 photographs at impressive scale. Brandi takes her
inspiration for multiple directions and as such her work is diverse and wide ranging!
Don’t miss these two artist work with closing reception June 29th during the 4th of July celebration on Main St!
June/July – Art Summer Camp
Registration opens May 22
Youth grades 3-10: June 24-27th and July 22-26th
Complete details are available online at
www.schepismuseum.com
June 27th – Paint Night! Explore your artistic side
with a fun-filled evening at the Schepis! Registration
includes all supplies needed to create your canvas
masterpiece and a wonderful spread of hor d’oeuvres and
wine! Guest art instructor Celeste Potgieter. Registration
is $50 at the Schepis Museum!
June 29th – Celebrate July 4th in Columbia!
Music, games, food and more from 6-9 with fireworks
closing the evening at 9pm. Don’t miss this free
community event! Drop by the Schepis for a special artist
reception and a sweet treat!
July: Main Gallery - Making a Movie: Dinosaurs! Come experience the art of making a film and
find out more about the Monster of Caldwell unearthed in the early 1800’s! Exhibits will include models from
the ULM Natural History Museum Collections and more!
July 26&27 – Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre – Tickets
are $50 and will be available starting May 22nd. Complete details are
online. Tickets are sold first come, first serve and include 3-course
dinner, drinks, and a not to be missed show!
Can you unravel the clues???
The Schepis Museum
A Louisiana Artists Museum
Calling all members! Time to renew your membership for 2019!
Join or renew your membership today using this form!
The Schepis is qualified as a 501(3) C non-profit organization
and all donations are tax deductible.
The mission of the Schepis Museum is to bring about an appreciation of the arts and an awareness of local
heritage as well as educating the citizenry toward preservation of the arts and our heritage though exhibits and
programs. For nearly 25 years the Schepis Museum, its friends and community supporters have been driven to
create a resource in the community for the arts and more. Our vision for the Schepis Museum is to maintain and
expand the tenets of our mission statement. This expansion would include increasing the number and variety of
exhibits, humanities rich programing, music, and live theater in our area. This is only possible through our
generous Friends! We thank you for your consideration of membership! If you have any questions, please call
us – 318-649-9931.
Please choose from one of the following member categories:
____ Friend - $25.00
____ Very Good Friend - $26.00 to $50.00
____ Donor - $51.00 to $75.00
____ Patron - $76.00 to $100.00
____ Bronze - $250
____ Silver - $500
____ Gold - $1,000+
Members will receive our newsletter with highlighted events and special recognition at the Schepis for their
generous donation! Please complete the following contact information to ensure we have your correct
information:
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________________
CITY/ST/ZIP: ________________________________________________________________________
Email Address: ________________________________________________________________________
Please make checks payable to The Schepis Foundation.
Mail to: Schepis Foundation, PO Box 743, Columbia, La 71418
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