Check out the handmade creations of people devoted to the beauty of books at the Santa Fe Book Arts Group's "Celebration of the Book" Thursday, May 2, through Saturday, May 4, 10am to 4 pm, in the History Museum's Meem Community Room. Approximately 100 one-of-a-kind books will be on display, including rubber-band books, popup cards, origami, bookmarks and calligraphy demonstrations. Enjoy the intricacies of marbled papers, accordion folds and embellished bindings—while escaping cover-to-cover hum-drum in a world where books become visual art.
Admission is free to the event (and the inspiration you’ll receive is priceless).
“This event provides our members with the opportunity to exhibit one or more of their handmade book art creations,” said Ava Fullerton, co-chair of this year’s event with Andrea Gross. “The whole community is invited to see our work close up. It’s a rare opportunity for visitors to handle the unique books on display.
BAG has also invited local elementary-age students to participate in several hands-on activities on Thursday, May 2, and Friday, May 3, in the New Mexico History Museum classroom. Adults are welcome to join in.
While here, visit the museum's Palace Press, a combination exhibit of early printing techniques in New Mexico and a working press producing books, broadsides and cards, many of which are for sale.
The Santa Fe Book Arts Group provides resources and opportunities for book artists to learn and share the skills of their craft. BAG consists of approximately 150 active members who participate in workshops, exhibits, and projects in Santa Fe and surrounding areas within New Mexico. For more information on the Celebration of the Book, call Ava Fullerton at (505) 982-2846 or Andrea Gross at (505) 983-1373.
