MARCH BOOK & AUTHOR PROGRAM

AT THE ALBANY INSTITUTE OF HISTORY & ART

ALBANY, NY— The Albany Institute of History & Art is pleased to announce its Book & Author Program for the month of March: TOSHIKO TAKAEZU: The Earth in Bloom, by J. Stanley Yake, on Sunday, March 4 at 2:00 pm.

In his new book, J. Stanley Yake, philosophy professor, amateur ceramic artist, and photographer, explores the work of one of the world’s most accomplished artists, Toshiko Takaezu.  Born in Hawaii, Takaezu developed an approach to art that combines techniques and sensibilities of both East and West.  In the 1950s she studied in Japan with master potter Toyo Kaneshige, and in 1967 began teaching at Princeton University.  Her distinctive art is represented in major collections throughout the world.

Albany Institute Book & Author Programs feature free lectures on recent books of special regional interest. Each talk is followed by a book signing and books are available for purchase in the Museum Shop.

The Albany Institute of History & Art is located at 125 Washington Avenue in downtown Albany, one block from the New York State Capitol.  For more information on these programs, please visit www.albanyinstitute.org or call 518-463-4478. 

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Founded in 1791, the Albany Institute of History & Art (AIHA) is a 501(c) 3 cultural and educational institution dedicated to public service.  As a museum, its mission is to collect, preserve and interpret the art, history and culture of Albany and the upper Hudson Valley region from the 17th century to the present.  AIHA acquires collections, conducts research, produces publications, and offers a wide range of exhibitions, educational and public programs that appeal to diverse audiences ranging from pre-K to senior citizens.  The museum is open year round, Wednesday-Sunday. Admission is free to members and children under 6, $8 for adults, $6 for seniors and students and $4 for children ages 6-12.  The Albany Institute of History & Art is accredited by the American Association of Museums and chartered by the New York State Department of Education.