Posts Tagged ‘fine furniture exhibits in new england’
Find Inspiration for Your Furniture Piece at the Manchester Historical Museum This Summer
Have you ever had an opportunity to visit the Manchester Historical Museum in Manchester, New Hampshire? If not, you need to block out some time this summer to go visit, especially now that the Famous Furniture Makers of Manchester exhibit will be featured as the museum from July 1 through September 5, 2014. As a member…
Read MoreMiniature Makings: Take a Look at the Tiniest Exhibit of the Four Centuries Series
There is no question that New England has a rich history in fine furniture making, but did you also know that the region is also responsible for growing the largest community of professional toy makers in the country? Hingham is a quiet coastal town situated on Boston’s South Shore, and for more than two centuries this…
Read MoreFind an Appreciation for the Craft at the Woodworking Forum at Old Sturbridge Village
While Massachusetts is a state that is rich in history, few people realize the significant influence that the state had on furniture making. For the past 400 years, some of the country’s finest furniture was made in Massachusetts, and to raise the awareness of this, Four Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture was established. Through this effort, a…
Read MoreSee the Tradition and Innovation in Western Mass at the Four Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture Exhibition
Anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship, local history or good design will enjoy the Four Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture exhibition. Classic furniture holds great inspiration for me as I design, then craft pieces for today’s households. One of the most unique furniture exhibits in New England is housed at the Wright House, in Historic Deerfield, Massachusetts.…
Read MoreCenturion Classics: Don’t Miss Some of the Featured Furniture of the Four Centuries Exhibits
I’ve used my blog to talk about a number of the featured exhibitions and events throughout the year in celebration of the Four Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture. Over the past 400 years, Massachusetts has made an important contribution to furniture making in our country and is responsible for some of the finest furniture in the world.…
Read MorePeer Through the Life of “The Best Workman in the Shop” at the Concord Museum’s Exhibition of William Munroe
As a member of the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association (NHFMA) and fine furniture craftsman myself, I am often inspired by some of the greatest furniture artists of the past. Their exquisitely crafted creations and the amount of time that went into each piece are astounding. There are a number of furniture exhibits in New…
Read MoreThe Scale of Chair Craftsmanship: A Lesson From the Miniature Chair Man
For those looking for inspiration for the perfect piece of furniture, I always recommend that my clients check out some of the local furniture exhibits, such as the rotating displays that take place year-round at the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association (NHFMA) Gallery in Concord, New Hampshire. There are those that have an appreciation for…
Read MoreFour Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture: See the Private Collections at MHS
New England in general is rich in history, and those of us that live in the region are reminded about this on a daily basis simply by taking a ride through town and passing by architecture that is many centuries old. Another great way to see how we have been impacted by those that came…
Read MoreSee the Art of Studio Furniture at the Made in Massachusetts Exhibit
I personally am very honored and excited to have some of my own pieces featured at the Made in Massachusetts exhibit, and for anyone that is interested in learning more about my style, this is a great event to attend to get a taste of it. Some of my other colleagues that will be featured…
Read MoreOur Pieces Will Inspire You at the NHFMA Gallery
Searching for the perfect piece of fine furniture is no easy task, and you owe it to yourself to take the time to research exactly what you are looking for. Attending some of the featured museum exhibits that I often share on my design blog is a great place to start for inspiration. I also…
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