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The Lost Frescos of Ben Long

  • Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane Blowing Rock, NC, 28605 United States (map)

“The Shepherd” by NC fresco artist Ben Long was lost for 15 years but recently rediscovered.

Jim Walters

Join Jim Walters as he takes you on his journey around NC and discusses 19 major frescoes in the state. He will cover how fresco painting began as the “poor person’s Bible” and examine the life and career of NC fresco artist Ben Long. Jim will also discuss the art of fresco painting, with props and a demonstration.

He’ll also discuss the two frescoes that will be coming to Rumple Memorial Presbyterian Church, just across the street from BRAHM, that were discovered after being lost for fifteen years.

Free for Members;
$8 General Admission

 
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