The subject of this exhibit is fences. Yes, the very fences that line our yards, mark our territories, and provide us with security.
Between Fences will enlighten visitors on the multiple meanings of the fence and how it is closely intertwined with American politics, industry, and every day life. The exhibit will also feature materials used to produce and install the fences as well as photographs and publications.
Throughout the next year, Between Fences will be traveling to six Maryland cities and each host city will include some of its own history in the exhibition. Local stories about borders, bridges, town architecture and civility between neighbors are some of the topics that will be covered.
Thought you knew everything about your town? Think again! Check out Between Fences when it visits your neighborhood:
September 17 – November 7, 2010
Montpelier Mansion, Laurel
http://www.pgparks.com/places/eleganthistoric/montpelier_intro.html
November 12 – December 31, 2010
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, Havre de Grace
http://www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/
January 14, 2011 – March 6, 2011
The Boyden Gallery at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City
http://www.smcm.edu/boydengallery/
March 11, 2011 – April 30, 2011
Montgomery County Historical Society, Germantown
http://www.montgomeryhistory.org/
May 6, 2011 – June 26, 2011
Spruce Forest Artisan Village, Grantsville
July 1, 2011 – August 21, 2011
Julia A. Purnell Museum, Snow Hill
For more information about the exhibit, visit www.mdhc.org/programs/between-fences/.
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