Aurora Historical Society hosts lecture on restored works
Conserving art works such as an early self-portrait in oil by a renowned watercolorist, a charcoal portrait of an Indian chief, or even ink-on-paper signatures of George Washington and John Adams involves many disciplines, from the technical to the narrative.
Art conservator Scott Sherwood and Tanner House Museum curator Jennifer Putzier will display and discuss six seldom-seen works from the Aurora Historical Society collection at 1 and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Tanner House, 304 Oak Ave.
Sherwood is an art conservator who has worked on many large projects in the Chicago area. He volunteers his time at the Aurora Historical Society, evaluating the art holdings. He recently completed work on the museum’s charcoal portrait of the Potawatomi chief Shabbona, one of the items to be discussed.
Putzier, meanwhile, is in charge of the society’s collections and manages the Tanner House.
The house also will be open for tours until 4 p.m. Reservations for the talks are required due to the small size of the parlor, where the art exhibit will be mounted.
No reservations are needed to tour the house without attending a talk.
Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for students. Children 12 younger and Aurora Historical Society members are always free.
For details, call (630) 906-0650.