Friends of Weir Farm Announce Online Fundraising Auction of Art Bears and Cubs
The Friends of Weir Farm National Historical Park announce the online auction of the wooden life-size silhouettes from the outdoor art installation of Art Bears that was on exhibit at Weir Farm National Historical Park (NHP) from May 2022 through October 2023.
Eight bears to be sold in the not-for-profit’s fundraising auction feature a unique colorful painting by a contemporary artist of a scene at Weir Farm NHP. Sixteen smaller blank bear cub wooden silhouettes will be auctioned as well.
Local artists whose work is featured on the Art Bears include: Tiffany Johnson, Bobbi Eike Mullen, Pam Rogers, Dan Sharkey, Alissa Siegal, Christina Tugeau, Sharman Wheatley, and Dmitri Wright. Links to these artists’ websites are available in the descriptions of each item in the auction.
Judy Wander, President of Friends of Weir Farm NHP, stated “The Friends of Weir Farm are excited to be auctioning the one-of-a kind Art Bears and the adorable cubs. They will be a wonderful artistic addition to any lawn, patio, or garden.“
You can bid online at https://www.32auctions.com/ArtBears, from 9 am on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 through 5pm on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Friends of Weir Farm is an all-volunteer not-for-profit and the official philanthropic partner of Weir Farm NHP. All funds raised in this auction will be used to support of the Park’s Artist-in-Residence Program, which features monthly Open Studios for Park visitors from May to October.
About Friends of Weir Farm National Historical Park
Friends of Weir Farm, an all-volunteer, not-for-profit, works to engage the community in a deeper appreciation of Weir Farm National Historical Park, raises funds to enhance the visitor experience, and fosters the next generation of park stewards. As the official philanthropic partner of this national park, we support projects and programs that promote the natural, recreational, and cultural resources that make it unique Visit friendsofweirfarm.org to learn more and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/friendsofweirfarm.
About the Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program
Weir Farm’s AIR Program fosters contemporary artistic expression on site and prioritizes experimental and thought-provoking approaches to examining and interpreting our world through the medium of contemporary visual art practice. The AIR Program keeps Weir’s experimental tendencies alive allowing the Park to share new ideas broadly with ever more diverse artists, communities, and visitors. This program is supported by the generosity of Park partners, including Friends of Weir Farm.
About Weir Farm National Historical Park
Weir Farm National Historical Park is a National Park for Art, a place that has been inspiring artists since 1882 when America’s most beloved Impressionist, Julian Alden Weir, made this his summer home. Today, artists and visitors of all ages come to the Park to enjoy the stunning landscape, walk in the footsteps of American masters, and create art! Learn more at nps.gov/wefa and visit us on Facebook facebook.com/WeirFarmNHP, YouTube youtube.com/WeirFarmNHP , and Instagram @WeirFarmNHP.