Through January 23, 2016
Nativity scenes have been created and recreated for many centuries. The Global Village Museum’s upcoming exhibit is one of the most eclectic international collections of nativity sets. Of unique as well as universal origins, versions of the crèche scene are found in countries on every continent.
Nativities Around the World showcases more than 250 remarkable nativities of artistry and value. Fashioned by hand or manufactured with wood, stone, ceramic, fabric, copper, gourds, seeds and more, the gures re ect the cultures of their creators. From miniatures to large scale nativities, the collection is on loan from local individuals who generously share their treasures. In addition to traditional nativities, renditions from Thomas Kincaid, Simpich, Goebel, and other rare collectible and antique sets grace the gallery.
Exhibit curator, Bonnie Titley, notes that nativities reflect the cultures of various locales within their regions of origin. One nativity scene is hand carved from a cutting of an olive tree from the Bethlehem area.
Saint Francis of Assisi originated the first nativity or presepe in 1223 with a group of living people and animals in a cave near Grecio, Italy. Typically nativity scenes are displayed during the Christmas season. We invite you to join us as we honor the tradition and display our collection of nativity scenes from around the world starting Friday, November 6.
Explore the Museum Shop and our other galleries: Mundoville, Village Arts, and the Hall Gallery with Global Lens of Fine Photography, Joe Coca’s works. Admission to the Museum is $5 adults, $3 seniors and students, and $1 children. Members are free. For more information contact Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures at 970.221.4600. The Museum is located in Old Town at 200 West Mountain Avenue, Fort Collins and is open Tuesday through Saturday 11 – 5. Visit us on the web at www.globalvillagemuseum.org
The Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to foster and celebrate international connections between Northern Colorado and the world through exhibits of folk art, ne arts, and artifacts from around the globe; and to provide international resources and educational opportunities.