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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

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The image appears to be a page from a magazine or publication focused on art, museums, and educational activities. It is titled "REVIEW SECTION" and is divided into several sections, including "GENERAL," "EDUCATION," "EXHIBITIONS," "ART," and "ANNUAL REPORT." Each section lists various articles, announcements, and reports from different museums, educational institutions, and publications, covering topics such as art exhibitions, lectures, and activities for children and adults. The date of the publication is 1943, as indicated in some of the references to publications and events. The content suggests a focus on the arts, museums, and educational programs during that time period.

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The image is a page from a publication, likely a magazine or newsletter, focusing on the activities, announcements, and content related to museums, art, and educational programs. The page is titled "REVIEW SECTION" and is divided into several subsections under the heading "IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS." The subsections include:

  1. GENERAL:

    • Activities Announcements: Lists various articles and programs, such as "Music for the Listening" by Orene Millen, "Scouting for Birds—Special Bird Study Course for Scouts," and "Lecture Program; Motion Pictures for Sunday."
  2. EDUCATION:

    • Articles on educational programs and visual aids in schools, such as "Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools" by M. R. Klein and "Planning a Visual Center" by James P. Fitzwater.
  3. EXHIBITIONS:

    • Information about unique exhibits by libraries and museums, such as "Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums."
  4. ART:

    • A detailed description of the Canadian Art magazine, its content, and its significance.

The page also includes references to various publications, museums, and institutions, such as the New York Times Magazine, Carnegie Institute, Cleveland Museum of Art, and others. The content covers a range of topics from art education, exhibitions, and museum activities to specific art publications and cultural programs. The page is formatted with multiple columns of text, and the content is dense with detailed information. The bottom of the page indicates that the content continues on page eight, column two.

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This image displays a single page from a publication, specifically the “Review Section”, which appears to be from a museum or arts journal dated around 1943–1944. The section is titled:

IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS

It is organized into several thematic categories, each listing recent articles, announcements, exhibitions, and programs from various art institutions and publications across North America.


Key Sections and Content:

  1. GENERAL — ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS

    • Reviews of events and programs such as “Music for the Listening,” “Scouting for Birds,” and “Lecture Program; Motion Pictures for Sunday.”
    • Sources include: Carnegie Magazine, Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science and Art Newsletter, Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences Bulletin.
    • Dates span September–October 1943.
  2. EDUCATION

    • Articles on educational initiatives like “Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools” and “Planning a Visual Center”.
    • Mention of directors and educators such as M.R. Klein and James P. Fitzwater.
    • Publications: Educational Screen, Nation’s Schools.
    • Also includes references to children’s art programs, school art galleries, and community art activities.
  3. EXHIBITIONS

    • Features joint exhibitions such as “Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums” in Buffalo, NY (March 1943), covered in Parks and Recreation magazine.
  4. ART

    • Major focus on Canadian Art, describing the launch of a new national magazine called Canadian Art, edited by Walter Abell. It covers Canadian art, artists, and cultural issues.
    • Reviews of programs at institutions like the Montclair Art Museum, Portland Art Museum, and Providence Museum of Art.
    • Mentions of specific programs: “Story Hours,” “Day School,” “Evening Workshops,” “Cultural Programs,” etc.
  5. ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS (continued)

    • Covers detailed course listings, lecture series, and family programs from institutions like the Art Institute of Chicago, Toledo Museum of Art, St. Louis City Art Museum, and Brooklyn Museum.
    • Includes “Junior Classes,” “Adult Painting Class,” and “Motion Picture Series.”
  6. ANNUAL REPORT

    • Notes the annual report summary of the Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, Texas (Summer 1943).
  7. EDUCATION (continued)

    • Article: “She Made Art Appreciation Painless” — about Mary Powell, educational director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis, celebrating her 20th anniversary.
    • Covered in Everyday Magazine (St. Louis), Sept. 1, 1943.
  8. MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS IN U.S.

    • Highlights acquisitions and collections: “An Album of Chinese Paintings” by Wilder Hobson (in collections of Boston and NYC museums), and “A Recently Acquired Portrait by Titian” by G.H. Edgell (Museum of Fine Arts, Boston).
    • Referenced in Bulletin of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Oct. 1943.

Style and Layout:

  • The page is densely text-packed, using a traditional serif font typical of mid-century academic or museum publications.
  • Headings are bolded and centered or left-aligned with hierarchy.
  • Entries are concise, citing the article title, author (when available), publication, date, and page number.
  • The bottom right corner indicates: “(Continued on page eight, column two)” — suggesting this is part of a longer ongoing review section.

Historical Context:

  • This page reflects the vibrant cultural and educational activity in American and Canadian museums during World War II (1943–1944).
  • Emphasis on public education, children’s programs, and community engagement — likely part of broader efforts to maintain civic morale and cultural continuity during the war years.
  • The attention to Canadian cultural identity through Canadian Art magazine is particularly notable.

In summary: This is a curated, scholarly review page summarizing recent articles, exhibitions, educational programs, and publications from major North American museums and journals as of late 1943. It serves as a valuable historical snapshot of mid-20th-century art education and institutional activity.

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The image depicts a page from a magazine or periodical, likely from the mid-20th century, given the style and layout. The page is divided into several sections, each with a distinct heading and content.

Description:

Header:

  • Title: "REVIEW SECTION"
  • Subheading: "IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS"

Sections:

General:

  • Activities Announcements:
    • "Music for the Listening," by Orene Millen. Illustrated. Free Organ Recitals. Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh. Pages 122-123.
    • "Scouting for Birds—Special Bird Study Course for Scouts." Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science and Art Newsletter, Oct. 1, 1943. Page 63.
    • "Lecture Program; Motion Pictures for Sunday." Museum Service Bulletin of the Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences, Sept., 1943. Page 63.

Education:

  • Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools, by M. R. Klein. How it meets expanding needs in the wartime curriculum. Author is director of the Educational Museum, Cleveland Public Schools. Illustrated. Educational Screen, Sept., 1943. Pages 236-238.
  • Planning a Visual Center, by James P. Fitzwater. Floor plans and description of a recommended audiovisual center in a high school. Nation’s Schools, Aug., 1943. Page 58.

Exhibitions:

  • Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums. About four exhibitions arranged jointly by four museums and two libraries of Buffalo, N. Y., (MN, Mar. 15, 1943). Illustrated. Parks and Recreation, Sept.-Oct., 1943. Pages 338-340.

Art:

  • Canadian Art, a forty-eight page illustrated Canadian magazine of art, has issued its first number under new title of October, 1943. The title is new, but the magazine was founded three years ago as a regional journal called Maritime Art. It has now been reorganized on a national basis. The editor is Walter Abell, formerly professor of art at Acadia University, now supervisor of education at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa. Canadian Art is published every second month from October to June. It contains articles on Canadian art and artists, Canadian cultural problems, and related subjects, together with news of art in the Dominion.

Additional Notes:

  • The page is formatted with a clean, straightforward layout, typical of mid-20th-century publications.
  • Each section is clearly delineated with headings and subheadings, making it easy for readers to navigate.
  • The content is primarily announcements and summaries of articles and exhibitions relevant to the fields of music, education, exhibitions, and art.

Analysis:

This page serves as a curated summary of recent activities and announcements in various cultural and educational fields. It provides readers with a snapshot of current events and opportunities in music, education, exhibitions, and art, highlighting specific articles and events that may be of interest. The detailed references to publications and page numbers indicate that the magazine aims to be a comprehensive resource for its readers, directing them to further information and detailed content in other periodicals.

Conclusion:

The page is a valuable resource for individuals interested in staying updated with the latest developments in music, education, exhibitions, and art. It offers a curated selection of announcements and summaries, making it easier for readers to find relevant information without having to search through multiple sources.

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The image shows a page from a magazine or periodical. The title at the top of the page reads "Review Section" and "In the Magazines and Museum Periodicals." The page is divided into different sections, including "General," "Activities Announcements," "Education," "Exhibitions," and "Art." Each section contains brief summaries of articles, events, or exhibitions related to art and museum activities. The summaries provide details such as the title of the article, the author, the publication date, and a brief description of the content. The page also includes a section titled "Museums and Collections in U.S." with information about various museums and their collections.

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The image depicts a page from a publication titled "Review Section: In the Magazines and Museum Periodicals." The page is formatted as a list of summaries or reviews of various articles, announcements, and events related to art, education, and museum activities. Here is a detailed description:

Header and Title

  • The top of the page prominently displays the title: "REVIEW SECTION" in bold, centered text.
  • Below the title, a subtitle reads: "IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS."

Content Layout

The page is organized into several sections, each focusing on different categories of content. The sections are clearly labeled with headings in bold text.


Sections and Content Overview

1. GENERAL

  • Activities Announcements:
    • Lists various announcements, including:
      • Music for the Listening by Orene Millen (Carnegie Institute Free Organ Recitals).
      • Scouting for Birds—Special Bird Study Course for Scouts (Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science, and Art).
      • Lecture Program; Motion Pictures for Sunday; Museum Service Bulletin (Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences).
    • Each entry includes the title, author/editor, publication details (e.g., magazine name, date, page numbers).

2. EDUCATION

  • Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools:
    • Discusses the use of visual aids in wartime curriculum needs, authored by M. R. Klein, director of the Educational Museum at the Cleveland Public Schools.
    • Mentions an illustrated screen planning a visual center for James P. Fitzwater’s high school.
  • Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums:
    • Describes an exhibition arranged jointly by four museums and two libraries in Buffalo, New York, featuring parks and recreation.

3. ART

  • Canadian Art:
    • Highlights the first issue of Canadian Art, a forty-eight-page illustrated magazine founded three years ago as a regional journal called Maritime Art. It is now nationally sponsored by Walter Abell, formerly professor of art at Acadia University and now supervisor of education at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa.
    • Notes that the magazine is published every second month from October to June and contains articles on Canadian art problems, artists, and related subjects, along with news of art in the Dominion.

4. ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Lists detailed activities of courses, lectures, and other events at various institutions, including:
    • The Art Institute of Chicago.
    • The Brooklyn Museum.
    • The Cleveland Museum of Art.
    • The Metropolitan Art Museum.
    • The Rhode Island School of Design.
    • The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
    • The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
    • The National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa.
    • The Art Institute of Chicago.
    • The Art Center of New York.
    • The Art Students League of New York.
    • The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
    • The Rhode Island School of Design.
    • The Museum of Modern Art, New York.
    • The Art Institute of Chicago.

5. MEMORIAL ART GALLERY: GALLERY NOTES, OCT., 1943

  • Summarizes announcements and activities at the Memorial Art Gallery, including:
    • A new program: Know Your World: Free Saturday and Sunday motion pictures for children.
    • Classes for adults, courses, and members' programs.
    • A monthly leaflet of the San Francisco Museum of Art.
    • A list of lectures, classes, exhibitions, and members' privileges.
    • Educational activities, including notes on the school of design, exhibitions for children, concerts, and other art news.

6. ANNUAL REPORT

  • Annual Report Summary:
    • Summarizes the Annual Report of Fine Arts at the Houston Museum of Fine Arts.

7. EDUCATION

  • She Made Art Appreciation Painless; Thousands of Now Popular Place with Museum is St. Louis Children, by Clarissa Start:
    • Celebrates Mary Powell, who recently marked her 20th anniversary as educational director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis.

8. MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS IN U.S.

  • An Album of Chinese Paintings, by Wilder Hobson:

    • Describes an album of Chinese paintings in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, illustrated in color.
  • A Recently Acquired Portrait, by G. H. Edgell:

    • Discusses a recently acquired portrait of Titian by the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Formatting and Style

  • The text is typed in a monospaced font, typical of printed publications from the mid-20th century.
  • Each entry is concise, with clear headings and subheadings for easy navigation.
  • The page is densely packed with information, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the review section.

Overall Impression

The page serves as a curated summary of art-related news, announcements, and educational activities from various magazines and museum periodicals, likely from 1943, given the dates mentioned in the entries. It provides readers with a snapshot of the art world’s happenings, including exhibitions, lectures, educational programs, and new publications.

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The image shows a page from an old magazine, with the title "REVIEW SECTION" at the top. The page is divided into two columns, with the left column titled "GENERAL" and the right column titled "ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS". The page appears to be a review section of a magazine, featuring articles and announcements related to art and museums.

Here are the details of the page:

  • Title: "REVIEW SECTION"
  • Columns: Two columns, one for general information and one for activities announcements
  • Left Column (GENERAL):
    • Articles and announcements related to art and museums
    • Includes information about exhibitions, lectures, and events
  • Right Column (ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS):
    • Detailed list of courses, lectures, and other activities
    • Includes information about museum programs and events

Overall, the page provides a comprehensive overview of art and museum-related activities, including exhibitions, lectures, and events. The page is likely from a magazine or journal that focuses on art and culture, and is intended for readers who are interested in staying up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.

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The image presents a page from a publication, likely an art magazine or journal, featuring a section titled "REVIEW SECTION" with the subtitle "IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS." The page is divided into two columns, each containing a list of articles and announcements related to art, museums, and education.

Column 1:

  • GENERAL
    • Activities Announcements: Music for the Listening, by Orene Millen (Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh)
    • Education: Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools, by M.R. Klein (Cleveland Public Schools)
    • Exhibitions: Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums (Buffalo, N.Y.)
    • Art: Canadian Art, a forty-eight page illustrated Canadian magazine of art
  • EDUCATION
    • Detailed list of courses, lectures, and other activities given in Part Two of the Bulletin of the Art Institute of Chicago
    • List of illustrated lectures, radio talks, gallery talks, and programs for children (City Art Museum of St. Louis)
    • Programs of Events, October, 1943-January, 1944 (Cleveland Museum of Art)
    • Adult Painting Class and Children's Classes (Fitchburg Art Center News)
  • ANNUAL REPORT
    • Annual Report Summary (Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, Texas)

Column 2:

  • GENERAL
    • Activities Announcements: Europe's Looted Art: Can It Be Recovered?, by Francis Henry Taylor (New York Times Magazine)
    • Education: What Is Art?, by Thomas Munro (Cleveland Museum of Art)
    • Exhibitions: Junior Classes (High Museum School of Art, Atlanta)
    • Art: Museum Art School; Children's Story Hours (Montclair Art Museum)
  • EDUCATION
    • List of lectures, classes, exhibitions, and members' privileges (St. Paul Gallery and School of Art)
    • Schedule of Educational Activities (Toledo Museum of Art)
    • Lecture Series (William Rockhill Nelson Gallery of Art and Mary Atkins Museum of Fine Arts)
    • Annual Report Summary (Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, Texas)

The page appears to be a review section of a magazine or journal, providing an overview of various articles, announcements, and events related to art, museums, and education. The content suggests that the publication is focused on promoting art education and awareness, as well as showcasing the work of artists and museums.

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Key Features:

  • Title: "REVIEW SECTION"
  • Section Title: "IN THE MAGAZINES AND MUSEUM PERIODICALS"
  • Content: A list of articles and publications related to art and museums, organized by category (General, Education, Exhibitions, Art)
  • Categories:
    • General
    • Education
    • Exhibitions
    • Art
  • Article Summaries: Brief summaries of various articles and publications, including their titles, authors, and publication information
  • Page Layout: The text is arranged in a columnar format, with clear headings and concise summaries

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a page from a scholarly or academic publication, likely related to art history or museum studies. The content suggests that the publication is a review or survey of recent articles and publications in the field, providing readers with an overview of current trends and developments.

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  • GENERAL
    • Activities Announcements
      • Music for the Listening, by Orene Millen. Illustrated. Free Organ Recitals. Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh. Carnegie Magazine, Sept., 1943. Pages 112-113 and 115.
      • Scouting for Birds—Special Bird Study Course for Scouts. Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science and Art Newsletter, Oct. 1, 1943.
    • Lecture Program; Motion Pictures for Sunday. Museum Service Bulletin of the Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences, Sept. 1943. Page 63.
  • EDUCATION
    • Visual Aids in Cleveland Schools, by M. R. Klein. How it meets expanding needs in the wartime curriculum. Author is director of the Educational Museum, Cleveland Public Schools. Illustrated. Educational Screen, Sept., 1943. Pages 236-238.
    • Planning a Visual Center, by James P. Fitzwater. Floor plans and description of a recommended audio visual center in a high school. Nation's Schools, Aug., 1943. Page 58.
  • EXHIBITIONS
    • Exhibits with Unique Features by Libraries and Museums. About exhibition arranged jointly by four museums and two libraries of Buffalo, N. Y., (MN. Mar. 15, 1943) Illustrated. Parks and Recreation, Sept., Oct., 1943. Pages 338-340.
  • ART
    • Canadian Art, a forty-eight page magazine of art, has issued its first number under date of October, 1943. The title is new but the magazine was founded three years ago as a regional journal called Maritime Art. It has now been reorganized on a national basis. The editor is Walter Abell, formerly professor of art at Acadia University, now supervisor of education at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa. Canadian Art is published every second month from October to June. It contains articles on Canadian art and artists, Canadian cultural problems, and related subjects, together with news of art in the Dominion.
  • ACTIVITIES ANNOUNCEMENTS
    • Detailed list of courses, lectures, and other activities is given in Part Two of the Bulletin of the Art Institute of Chicago, Sept.-Oct. 1943.
    • The Art School; Activities for Children. Brooklyn Museum Bulletin, Oct., 1943.
    • List of illustrated lectures, radio talks, gallery talks, and programs for children. City Art Museum of St. Louis. Monthly Announcement, Oct., 1943.
    • Programs of Events. October, 1943-January, 1944. Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art, Oct., 1943. Pages 127-131.
    • Adult Painting Class and Children's Classes. Fitchburg Art Center News Bulletin, Sept., 1943.
    • Junior Classes. Also a note on the opening of the regular fall session of the High Museum School of Art, Atlanta. Museum News, Sept., 1943.
    • What Is Art?, by Thomas Munro. Art museums and the public. Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art, Oct., 1943. Page 126.
    • Europe's Looted Art: Can It Be Recovered?, by Francis Henry Taylor. Illustrated. New York Times Magazine, Sept. 19, 1943. Pages 18-19.
    • Scouting for Birds—Special Bird Study Course for Scouts. Los Angeles County Museum of History, Science and Art Newsletter, Oct. 1, 1943.
  • MEMORIAL ART GALLERY. GALLERY NOTES, OCT., 1943
    • The Museum Announces a New Program: Know Your World. Free Saturday and Sunday motion pictures. Also listed: Saturday art classes for children, courses, and members' program including Photo Forum, special motion picture series, and lectures. Monthly leaflet of the San Francisco Museum of Art for Sept., 1943. List of lectures, classes, exhibitions, and members' privileges. Bulletin of the St. Paul Gallery and School of Art, Oct., 1943.
    • Schedule of Educational Activities. Also notes on the school of design, exhibitions for children, concerts and other musical programs. Toledo Museum of Art News, Sept., 1943.
    • Lectures; Children's Art Classes. News Bulletin of Wadsworth Athenneum, Oct., 1943.
    • The Art of the Americas 1943-1944 Lecture Series. Also motion pictures, junior education, and musical programs. William Rockhill Nelson Gallery of Art and Mary Atkins Museum of Fine Arts. Gallery News, Sept., and Oct., 1943.
  • ANNUAL REPORT
    • Annual Report Summary. Bulletin of the Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, Texas, Summer, 1943.
    • She Made Art Appreciation Painting: Museum now a Popular Place by Clarissa Start. About Mary Powell, who recently celebrated her 20th anniversary as educational director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis. Everyday Magazine (St. Louis), Sept. 1, 1943.
  • MUSEUMS AND COLLECTIONS IN U. S.
    • An Album of Chinese Paintings, by Wilder Hoban. In the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Illustrated in color. Pages 62-67.
    • A Recently Acquired Portrait by Titian, by G. H. Edgell. Illustrated. Bulletin of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Oct., 1943. Pages 40-42.

The page provides a comprehensive overview of various art-related activities, exhibitions, and educational programs taking place in museums and galleries across the United States and Canada during September and October 1943. The content is organized into categories such as General, Education, Exhibitions, Art, Activities Announcements, Annual Report, and Museums and Collections in U.S., making it easy to navigate and find relevant information. Overall, the page offers valuable insights into the vibrant art scene of the time, highlighting the diverse range of events and initiatives that were underway.