Technically speaking, Art Around the Park is a gallery walk. But you never know what Mother Nature will dish out on Feb. 1.
Not to worry! Broadway Elite Chauffeured Services of East Hanover has agreed to give art patrons a free lift to all six tour venues in Morristown.
“Temperature is not an excuse.We’ve got a bus to keep you warm and toasty,” said Harry Simon of the Simon Gallery, who personally kicked the tires on Thursday.
He was joined by representatives from the other participating venues: Gallery Egan, the Gallery at 14 Maple, the Hyatt Morristown’s Eclectic Grill and a pair of newcomers since November’s inaugural tour, the Atrium Gallery and the Gensler architectural office.
“The inside of spaces is enhanced by art, and in many ways we can appreciate that. And so I really think [art and architecture] belong together,” said Brenda Nyce-Taylor, senior associate at Gensler.
Abstract paintings by Philadelphia artist Matthew Craig will be displayed in the Gensler office at 10 North Park Place. The painter will be present to field questions from visitors.
Likewise, Boston artist David Moore will be over at the Eclectic Grill–where a $25 prix fixe meal will be offered–and Kimberly Martin plans to meet the public at her Gallery Egan exhibition.
The Atrium Gallery on Court Street will feature works by more than 30 top African-American artists. Robert Atwell’s enamel-on-aluminum panels are featured at the Simon Gallery, while plenty of chuckles await visitors to the Whimsy exhibition at 14 Maple.
A 32-seat bus will make continuous loops to the galleries between 6 pm and 8 pm on Feb. 1.
“It takes 15 minutes to make the circuit to all six venues,” said Harry, who organized Art Around the Park with the goal of making Morristown an arts hub for New Jersey.
Although he wears many hats for this project, a chauffeur’s cap is not among them.
“I like to think I’m driving the bus in many ways,” Harry said with a smile. “But I will not be driving this bus.”
