Reflecting on Folk Arts

Exhibit:  August 2, 2009 – June 1, 2010

Overview

Reflecting on Folk Arts examines the process of creating a folk arts exhibition. It was inspired by conversations between Interim Folk Arts Curator Claire Aubrey and photographer Lauren Tent as they photographed occupational apron wearers across Western New York. Claire Aubrey commented, "We are blessed with the opportunity to meet and document talented men and women whom are often unrecognized outside of their small communities. These truly gifted people open their homes to us and often become treasured friends." Through their generosity, our region's cultural heritage is preserved for future generations.