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The image shows a page from the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter dated September 1976. The page contains several sections with information about upcoming events, seminars, exhibitions, and concerts at the museum. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Friends Evenings, Seminars Scheduled for Year

• Friends Evenings: A full schedule of open evenings and seminars has been arranged for the 1976-1977 academic year. Events include lectures, concerts, and visits to other museums.
• October 19: Opening of the exhibition "America 1776" at the Fogg and the Institute of Contemporary Art. Shuttle buses will be provided between the two locations.
• November 6: Honorary Curator of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-century Art, Prof. Konrad Oberhuber, will speak on "American Painting and the European Tradition."
• February 1: Curator Charles W. (Mark) Haxthausen will show slides and discuss recent acquisitions.
• March: Prof. Anne Clapp of Wellesley College will present "Exchanges in March."
• April 17: Prof. Marjorie B. Cohn will discuss "Permanent Exhibitions."

Concerts Begin September 23

• Thursday Moon Concerts: A series of concerts starting September 23, featuring performances by area early music ensembles.
• Program: The program begins at 12:15 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

Color of the Middle Ages Coming in November to Busch-Reisinger Museum

• Exhibition: An exhibition of over sixty color reproductions of medieval miniature paintings, manuscripts, and stained glass from the Houghton-Saxon art of 7th-century Irish monasteries through the 15th-century Franco-Flemish miniatures.
• Dates: November 3 through 27.
• Lecture: A lecture on the exhibition will be given by Prof. Konrad Oberhuber on November 17.

Calendar of Exhibitions

• America 1776: October 19 - December 7
• Color of the Middle Ages: November 3 - November 27
• Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg: November 20 - January 19, 1977
• 18th- and 19th-Century Italian Drawings: November 29 - January 30
• Graphic Art in Germany Today: December 4 - January 3

The page is neatly organized with different sections clearly marked, providing a comprehensive overview of the museum's activities for the upcoming months.

The image displays a page from the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter dated September 1976. Here's a detailed summary:

Header:

• Title: Fogg Art Museum Newsletter
• Date: September 1976

Main Sections:

Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year

The newsletter outlines a series of events and seminars organized for the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum, scheduled for the 1976-1977 academic year.

• Friends Evenings:
  • October 19: A non-members evening at the Fogg. Friends can bring guests, and buses will run between the Busch-Reisinger Museum and the Fogg. Reservations are needed.
  • October 31: Professor John Coolidge will lead a walking tour around Harvard and parts of Cambridge, starting at 2:30 p.m.
  • November 10: Honorary Curator of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Sculpture, Jeanne Wasserman, will present a gallery talk on American 19th-century sculpture.
  • December 1: Professor Konrad Oberhuber, curator of drawings, will discuss 16th-century drawings.
  • February 24 (1977): Assistant Curator Charles W. Mack will lead an exhibition tour at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

Concerts Begin September 23

• The first concert series at the Busch-Reisinger Museum will start on Thursday, September 23. Jim Johnson will direct the weekly musical recitals, featuring choral and instrumental music from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. The concerts are free.

Calendar of Exhibitions:

• America 1976:
  • Dates: October 19 - December 7
• Color of the Middle Ages:
  • Dates: To be shown at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from November 9 to November 27
• Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum:
  • Dates: November 20, 1976 - January 19, 1977
• 16th and 17th Century Italian Drawings:
  • Dates: November 29 - January 30
• Graphic Art in Germany Today:
  • Dates: December 4 - January 3

Color of the Middle Ages Coming in November to Busch-Reisinger Museum

• This section details an upcoming exhibition featuring over ninety color manuscript facsimiles from illuminated manuscripts. The exhibition includes:
  • Reproductions of Medieval miniature paintings from the 8th to the 16th century.
  • Highlights from various regions such as Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Belgium.
  • A color facsimile of the famous Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry.
  • A section on the evolution of book illumination and the technical aspects of creating these manuscripts.

This newsletter provides a comprehensive look at the museum's activities, including exhibitions, seminars, and concerts for the upcoming months.

The image shows a page from the "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter" dated September 1976. The page contains various announcements and details about upcoming events and exhibitions at the museum.

1. Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year:

   • A schedule of openings and Friends Evenings has been arranged for the 1976-1977 academic year, with concerts and other events to be announced later.
   • Friends are encouraged to join and help organize these events.
   • The Friends office will be open at the Fogg on October 19, America 1976, with Friends invited to both openings.
   • Friends will be provided with transportation between the two halves of the exhibition.
   • The Friends Evening schedule includes:
     • October 2: Architectural tour led by Prof. John Coolidge.
     • November: Talk on "America 1976" by Jeanne Wasserman.
     • December 1: Lecture by Prof. Konrad Oberhuber.
     • February 2: Lecture by Charles W. (Mark) Haxthausen.

2. Friends Evenings:

   • Detailed information about the October 2 architectural tour led by Prof. John Coolidge, focusing on Harvard and Cambridge architecture.
   • The Friends Evening on November 3 will feature a talk by Jeanne Wasserman.
   • December 1 will feature a talk by Prof. Konrad Oberhuber, and February 2 will feature a talk by Charles W. Haxthausen.

3. Concerts Begin September 23:

   • The first of a series of noon concerts starts on September 23, featuring Jim Johnson and the Harvard University Choir, with a program including works by Bach and others.

4. Calendar of Exhibitions:

   • AMERICA 1976 (October 19 - December 7)
   • COLOR OF THE MIDDLE AGES (November 9 - November 27)
     • This exhibition features over ninety color facsimiles of manuscripts and miniatures, showcasing medieval art and book illumination.
   • RECENT ACQUISITIONS OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM (November 20 - January 19, 1977)
   • 16TH AND 17TH CENTURY ITALIAN DRAWINGS (November 29 - January 30)
   • GRAPHIC ART IN GERMANY TODAY (December 4 - January 3)

Each event and exhibition is detailed with dates and brief descriptions, providing a comprehensive guide to the cultural offerings at the Fogg Art Museum for the specified period.

The image shows a page from the "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter" dated September 1976. The page contains information about upcoming events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University.

Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year:

• The newsletter lists a schedule of Friends Evenings and seminars for the 1976-1977 academic year. These events include concerts, lectures, and gallery talks.
• The schedule includes notable speakers and events such as:
  • A walking tour of Harvard and Cambridge by Prof. John Coolidge on October 2 (rain date October 3).
  • A gallery talk on "America 1976" by Prof. Anne Chapp on October 19.
  • A talk on "The Color of the Middle Ages" by Prof. Konrad Oberhuber on December 1.
  • A talk by Honorable Curator of Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Sculpture Jeanne Wasserman on November 3.
  • Concerts by the Harvard Church Choir, starting September 23.
• Friends will have a chance to join these events and help with various tasks, including reservations and shuttle buses.

Concerts Begin September 23:

• Concerts are scheduled to start on September 23, featuring the Harvard Church Choir performing weekly on Thursdays at 12:15 PM.

Calendar:

• Exhibitions:
  • "America 1976" runs from October 19 to December 7.
  • "Color of the Middle Ages" is coming in November at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, from November 20 to January 9, 1977.
  • "Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum" will be shown from November 20 to January 19, 1977.
  • "16th and 17th Century Italian Drawings" will be on display from November 29 to January 30.
  • "Graphic Art in Germany Today" will be featured from December 4 to January 3.

The newsletter also includes practical information such as contact details for the Friends office and instructions on how to make reservations for events.

The image depicts a page from the September 1976 newsletter of the Fogg Art Museum. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Header:

   • The title of the newsletter is prominently displayed at the top: "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976".

2. Schedule of Events:

   • Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year:

     • It mentions a full schedule of openings, Friends Evenings, and seminars for the year 1976-1977, including specific events like concerts and gallery talks.
     • Friends Evenings are detailed, including:
       • October 19: An opening event for "America 1976," with shuttles provided from both Cambridge and Boston.
       • October 2: An architectural walking tour led by Prof. John Coolidge.
       • November 3: A presentation by Honorary Curator of Nineteenth and Twentieth-Century Sculpture, Jeanne Wasserman.
       • December 1: A talk by Prof. Konrad Oberhuber on drawings.
       • February 2: An exhibition by Assistant Curator Charles W. (Mark) Haxthausen.

   • Friends of the Fogg:

     • The newsletter invites Friends to join and suggests various ways to get involved, such as attending the Friends' dinner at the Faculty Club.

   • Calendar:

     • Exhibitions:
       • "America 1976" from October 19 to December 7.
       • "Color of the Middle Ages" from November 20 to November 27.
       • "Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum" including Italian drawings from November 29 to January 30.
       • "Graphic Art in Germany Today" at the Busch-Reisinger Museum from December 4 to January 3.

   • Concerts:

     • Starting September 23, a concert series titled "Concerts Begin September 23" featuring the works of Jim Johnson. These concerts are free and open to the public.

3. Additional Notes:

   • There is a mention of a special event on October 31, which is likely a Halloween-themed event, given the date.

The layout is clear and informative, providing essential details about museum activities, events, and exhibitions scheduled for the upcoming months.

The image displays an open, two-page spread from a scrapbook or archive, with the left page labeled "AUGUST 2013 - 5" at the top. The right page features a handwritten title at the top that reads "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976." Below the title, there are several sections of typewritten text and taped photographs, suggesting that this page is a collected sample or a compiled newsletter.

Here is a detailed summary of the content:

1. Handwritten Title:

   • "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976"

2. Typewritten Sections:

   • Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year:
     Announcement of a schedule for the 1976-1977 academic year, including concerts, lectures, and other events. It mentions the Friends of the Fogg, who support and help the museum. It also notes that a full calendar of events is available from the Friends office.

   • FRIENDS EVENINGS:
     Describes specific events, including a walking tour of Harvard and Cambridge led by Prof. John Coolidge on October 2, and talks by Prof. Anne Coffin and Prof. Konrad Oberhuber in November. It also mentions the possibility of dinner at the Faculty Club.

   • CONCERTS BEGIN SEPTEMBER 23:
     Announcement of a concert series starting September 23, featuring the Harvard University Choir, the Harvard Glee Club, and the Harvard Radcliffe Orchestra. The concerts are on Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Fogg Court.

   • COLOR OF THE MIDDLE AGES COMING IN NOVEMBER TO BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM:
     Describes an exhibition of illuminated manuscripts from the 8th to 16th centuries, on display from November 2 to January 8, 1977. The exhibition is organized by the University of Pittsburgh’s Carl Nordenfalk.

3. Calendar of Exhibitions:

   • AMERICA 1976 (October 19 - December 7)
   • COLOR OF THE MIDDLE AGES (November 2 - January 8, 1977)
   • RECENT ACQUISITIONS OF THE FOGG ART MUSEUM (November 20 - January 19, 1977)
   • 16TH AND 17TH CENTURY ITALIAN DRAWINGS (November 29 - January 30)
   • GRAPHIC ART IN GERMANY TODAY (December 4 - January 3)

The layout suggests an organized collection, possibly for reference or historical purposes, with clear section headings and a structured calendar of events and exhibitions.

This image shows a scanned copy of a newsletter titled "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter September 1976." The document is a two-column, typed page with information and news related to the Fogg Art Museum. Topics include FRIENDS EVENINGS, SEMINARS, SCHEDULED FOR YEAR, which discusses scheduled events and lectures, FRIENDS EVENINGS, detailing specific gatherings such as a walking tour and a seminar by different experts, and CONCERTS BEGIN, about a concert series starting in September.

On the right side of the newsletter, there's a section titled Calendar, listing a few EXHIBITIONS like AMERICA 1976, COLOR OF THE MIDDLE AGES, and RECENT ACQUISITIONS OF THE 17TH CENTURY.

The paper has a tanned background and is mounted on a board with a margin that suggests it's possibly part of an archive collection, as indicated by an archive or accession number at the top left (ART 2013.3). The overall look of the newsletter suggests an effort to keep museum members or the public informed about past and upcoming cultural activities and exhibitions.

The image shows a scrapbook page with newspaper clippings pasted on it. At the top of the page, handwritten text reads "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976." There are several clippings with different articles and announcements about museum events and exhibitions.

The longest clipping on the left talks about "Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year," describing various events, including a walking tour led by Prof. John Coolidge, talks by curators and sculptors, and concerts with details on dates and locations.

Two smaller clippings in the center-right discuss concerts beginning September 23 at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and an exhibition called "Color of the Middle Ages," focusing on illuminated manuscripts from November 9 through 27.

On the far right, there is a small calendar listing upcoming exhibitions including:

• America 1976 (October 19 - December 7)
• Color of the Middle Ages at the Busch-Reisinger Museum (November 9 - November 27)
• Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum (November 20 - January 19, 1977)
• 16th and 17th Century Italian Drawings (November 29 - January 30)
• Graphic Art in Germany: Germany Today (December 4 - January 3) at the Busch-Reisinger Museum.

The overall page is yellowed with age, indicating it is from a historical archive.

The image shows a page from the Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, dated September 1976. The page is part of a bound document, as indicated by the visible spine and page numbering ("LARC 1 2013.5" on the left margin). The newsletter contains several sections, including:

Main Content:

1. Friends Evenings, Seminars, Scheduled for Year:

   • A detailed schedule of events for Friends of the Fogg Art Museum, including evenings, seminars, and concerts. The text mentions that the schedule for the 1976–1977 year has been arranged, with events such as:
     • Concerts: Beginning on October 19, with performances by the Harvard Chamber Choir.
     • Friends Evenings: Held on Saturdays, starting October 2, featuring architectural walking tours, lectures, and gallery talks.
     • Seminars: Led by experts, such as Prof. John Coolidge on October 2 and Prof. Konrad Oberhuber on November 3.

2. Concerts Begin:

   • A section titled "Concerts Begin" highlights the start of a concert series on Thursday, November 23, under the direction of Jim Johnson. The series includes performances by the Harvard Chamber Choir and other musical ensembles.

3. Color of the Middle Ages Coming in November:

   • An announcement for an exhibition titled "Color of the Middle Ages", scheduled to open at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in November. The exhibition features over ninety color facsimiles of illuminated manuscripts, providing insight into medieval art and history.

Calendar Section:

On the right side of the page, there is a Calendar listing upcoming exhibitions and events:

• America 1976: October 19 – December 7.
• Color of the Middle Ages at the Busch-Reisinger Museum: November 9 – November 27.
• Recent Acquisitions of the Fogg Art Museum: November 20 – January 19, 1977.
• 16th and 17th Century Italian Drawings: November 29 – January 30.
• Graphic Art in Germany Today at the Busch-Reisinger Museum: December 4 – January 3.

Design and Layout:

• The newsletter is printed on light brown paper, giving it a vintage, archival appearance.
• The text is typed, with some handwritten annotations visible at the top ("Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976").
• The layout is organized into clear sections, with headings in bold and subheadings for easy navigation.

Overall Context:

The page serves as an informational guide for museum patrons, detailing upcoming events, exhibitions, and programs for the fall and winter of 1976–1977. It reflects the museum's commitment to offering educational and cultural experiences, including concerts, lectures, and exhibitions. The inclusion of specific dates, times, and locations indicates a structured and well-planned schedule for visitors.

The image is a scanned page from a newsletter titled "Fogg Art Museum Newsletter, September 1976." The newsletter features a schedule of events, seminars, and exhibitions for the 1976-1977 academic year. The text is divided into sections, with the main body of the newsletter providing details about upcoming Friends Evenings, seminars, and exhibitions.

The newsletter mentions that Friends Evenings, which are free and open to Friends of the museum, will begin on October 19, 1976, and continue through the year. Friends of the museum are invited to attend these events, which include concerts, lectures, and tours. The newsletter also highlights the upcoming exhibitions, including "America 1976" and "Color of the Middle Ages."

The newsletter also includes a calendar of events, concerts, and exhibitions, as well as information about recent acquisitions at the museum. The newsletter is designed to provide information and updates to the Friends of the Fogg Art Museum and to encourage their participation in the museum's events and programs.