FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  |  Jan. 5, 2017

Chambersburg, Pa. — An exhibition of artwork by Wilson College studio art students will open at The Foundry, 100 S. Main St. in Chambersburg, on Wednesday, Feb. 1, marking the first exhibit in a new partnership between the two organizations. A reception will be held for the exhibition, which is free and open to the public and will continue through Feb. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3.

Wilson’s history as a community partner dates to the founding of the institution, and its commitment to rich and meaningful partnerships continues as the community grows and evolves.

The Foundry, a grassroots, artist-led organization, shares a similar vision and mission as that of Wilson College and its Division of Arts and Letters. Both organizations’ missions include promoting critical and creative thinking through artistic exploration and expression; and providing venues for the exhibition of creative works of art that educate, inspire and provide a framework for cultural expression of local and regional artists.

Further, the mission of Wilson’s art exhibitions program is to educate, collect and stimulate appreciation for, and expand knowledge of, visual literacy within the college environment, according to Professor of Art Philip Lindsey.

The new partnership provides opportunities for exhibition exchanges, as well as possible studio/workshop opportunities. Foundry artists will have the opportunity to exhibit their work at Wilson College beginning in fall 2017.

For more information, contact Lindsey at 717-264-4141, Ext. 3305, or philip.lindsey@wilson.edu; or Anita Crawford at The Foundry at 717-261-0706.

MEDIA CONTACT:           
Philip Lindsey, Professor of Fine Arts
Phone: 717-264-4141, Ext. 3305
Email: philip.lindsey@wilson.edu

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Founded in 1869, Wilson College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college offering bachelor’s degrees in 34 majors and master’s degrees in education, educational technology, the humanities, accountancy, nursing, fine arts and healthcare management for sustainability. Wilson is committed to providing an affordable education that offers value to its students beyond graduation.

Located in Chambersburg, Pa., the college has a fall 2016 enrollment of 1,098, which includes students from 18 states and 16 countries. Visit www.wilson.edu for more information.