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September 2019
A Walk in the Garden
Come celebrate the return of Diana to Chatham! Friends of Chatham is hosting a once-in-a-lifetime sparkling reception to celebrate the glory of the gardens and the homecoming of the newly-restored statue of Diana on September 29, 2019 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. This unique opportunity will include sparkling refreshments with Catering by Dori Farrell, self-guided and enhanced tours of the gardens, most notably to describe the demonstration garden area which pays homage to Ellen Biddle Shipman, the designer of the 1920s…
Find out more »October 2019
Plein Air Art Day Entry Deadline
FRIENDS OF CHATHAM Immediate Media Release WHAT: Plein Air Art Day WHERE: Chatham Manor, 120 Chatham Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 WHEN: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2019 TIME: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm COST: FREE CONTACT: Catherine K. Walker at artsatchatham@gmail.com or 540-373-9338 for questions or more information. Friends of Chatham is hosting a Plein Air Art Day at Chatham Manor on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 10 am to 3pm. This event is made possible by our partnership with the Fredericksburg…
Find out more »2nd Plein Air Event
On October 19, 2019, approximately 20 local artists and photographers will spread out on the grounds of Chatham to participate in the second Plein Air event sponsored by Friends of Chatham. Plein-air denotes the manner of the 19th century style of painting outdoors, or with a strong sense of the open air that became the central feature of French Impressionism. Artists will check-in at the summer house and receive a bag of treats to keep them going while they create…
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