(Columbus, OH) – The Columbus Museum of Art invites the community to celebrate the unveiling of its renovated Elizabeth M. and Richard M. Ross Building on January 1, 2011. This free community celebration begins on the Broad Street lawn at 10:00 AM with hot chocolate, roasted chestnuts, music, loads of confetti (biodegradable, of course) and a grand unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Start the New Year with a resolution to share the new CMA experience with friends, neighbors, and the extended Central Ohio community. Throughout the day, we invite you to experience these events that will spark your creativity.
• Watch the world’s fastest madcap milliner, Wacky Wendy, create her artful hats for a handful of lucky visitors. This sculptor and paper wizard has dazzled thousands at events across the U.S.
• Indulge in edible art created by a Japanese candy artist who will treat visitors to her delicious artistry in the form of dragons, horses, eagles, flowers, and a special CMA confection
• Model for artist Dr. Weakeyes who will create colorful portraits painted in abstract strokes with neon pens for visitors
• Channel your inner artist with a special hands-on art activity in our new Studio in the Center for Creativity
• Create your own souvenir flip book to commemorate the day
• Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day in the Cardinal Health Auditorium
Renovation Information
On October 12, 2009, the Museum’s 1931 Italian Renaissance Revival building began a yearlong renovation and restoration process.
The renovation project included:
• Transforming Derby Court by raising the floor to improve accessibility, installing a luminous skylight, and improving acoustics.
• Reimagining the entire first floor as a Center for Creativity
• Renovating, installing new seating, and improving acoustics in the auditorium.
• Performing upgrades to make the building more accessible for all visitors
• Upgrading heating, ventilation, humidity control, and air conditioning systems
• Upgrading lighting throughout, especially in the galleries
• Reconditioning all hardwood, terrazzo, and marble walls, ceilings, and floors
• Restoring original decorative building features
Schooley Caldwell Associates (SCA) and Corna Kokosing Construction Company have guided CMA through the project. Known for a passion for historic preservation and renovation, SCA completed the design for the Ohio Statehouse and directed the restoration and preservation of this National Historic Landmark and also undertook the restoration of the Kansas, Utah, and Minnesota state capitols. SCA’s restoration and adaptive reuse of the Moderne Style 1930s Ohio State Office Building on South Front Street for the Supreme Court of Ohio has received numerous awards and was featured in Architectural Record.
Corna Kokosing has not only constructed or renewed many of the landmark buildings in Columbus, but also has become an active participant in many charitable, cultural and art events. Cultural projects include complete renovation of the historical Southern Theatre, demolition and renovation of COSI Gallery One into the new WOSU Television and Radio Station, and the 14,000 square foot expansion of the Ohio Theatre. Corna has been honored with numerous local and national awards for everything from safety programs to construction services.
The building renovations were made possible by funds raised through the Art Matters Endowment and Capital Campaign. To date, CMA has raised $51.5 million for the ongoing Art Matters campaign which will help CMA achieve three goals: sustainability, competitiveness, and public value.
• Sustainability will ensure that the Columbus Museum of Art’s extraordinary collection, compelling exhibitions, and vibrant programs will inspire generations to come.
• A competitive Columbus Museum of Art will be in a position to attract the best national and international touring exhibitions, borrow incomparable artworks from other museums, and draw crowds to exhibitions, programs, and special events.
• Public value is that intangible and invaluable role that we play in making central Ohio a great place to live, work, and visit. We help to create a vibrant community of citizens, businesses, and organizations, who, in turn, enrich the Museum.
The Columbus Museum of Art creates great experiences with great art for everyone. The Columbus Foundation, the Greater Columbus Arts Council, and Nationwide provide ongoing support. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Museum with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. The Museum and the Museum Store are open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and until 8:30 PM every Thursday. The Palette Express is open for lunch Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For additional information, call 614-221-4848 or visit www.columbusmuseum.org.
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• Watch the world’s fastest madcap milliner, Wacky Wendy, create her artful hats for a handful of lucky visitors. This sculptor and paper wizard has dazzled thousands at events across the U.S.
• Indulge in edible art created by a Japanese candy artist who will treat visitors to her delicious artistry in the form of dragons, horses, eagles, flowers, and a special CMA confection
• Model for artist Dr. Weakeyes who will create colorful portraits painted in abstract strokes with neon pens for visitors
• Channel your inner artist with a special hands-on art activity in our new Studio in the Center for Creativity
• Create your own souvenir flip book to commemorate the day
• Enjoy live entertainment throughout the day in the Cardinal Health Auditorium
Renovation Information
On October 12, 2009, the Museum’s 1931 Italian Renaissance Revival building began a yearlong renovation and restoration process.
The renovation project included:
• Transforming Derby Court by raising the floor to improve accessibility, installing a luminous skylight, and improving acoustics.
• Reimagining the entire first floor as a Center for Creativity
• Renovating, installing new seating, and improving acoustics in the auditorium.
• Performing upgrades to make the building more accessible for all visitors
• Upgrading heating, ventilation, humidity control, and air conditioning systems
• Upgrading lighting throughout, especially in the galleries
• Reconditioning all hardwood, terrazzo, and marble walls, ceilings, and floors
• Restoring original decorative building features
Schooley Caldwell Associates (SCA) and Corna Kokosing Construction Company have guided CMA through the project. Known for a passion for historic preservation and renovation, SCA completed the design for the Ohio Statehouse and directed the restoration and preservation of this National Historic Landmark and also undertook the restoration of the Kansas, Utah, and Minnesota state capitols. SCA’s restoration and adaptive reuse of the Moderne Style 1930s Ohio State Office Building on South Front Street for the Supreme Court of Ohio has received numerous awards and was featured in Architectural Record.
Corna Kokosing has not only constructed or renewed many of the landmark buildings in Columbus, but also has become an active participant in many charitable, cultural and art events. Cultural projects include complete renovation of the historical Southern Theatre, demolition and renovation of COSI Gallery One into the new WOSU Television and Radio Station, and the 14,000 square foot expansion of the Ohio Theatre. Corna has been honored with numerous local and national awards for everything from safety programs to construction services.
The building renovations were made possible by funds raised through the Art Matters Endowment and Capital Campaign. To date, CMA has raised $51.5 million for the ongoing Art Matters campaign which will help CMA achieve three goals: sustainability, competitiveness, and public value.
• Sustainability will ensure that the Columbus Museum of Art’s extraordinary collection, compelling exhibitions, and vibrant programs will inspire generations to come.
• A competitive Columbus Museum of Art will be in a position to attract the best national and international touring exhibitions, borrow incomparable artworks from other museums, and draw crowds to exhibitions, programs, and special events.
• Public value is that intangible and invaluable role that we play in making central Ohio a great place to live, work, and visit. We help to create a vibrant community of citizens, businesses, and organizations, who, in turn, enrich the Museum.
The Columbus Museum of Art creates great experiences with great art for everyone. The Columbus Foundation, the Greater Columbus Arts Council, and Nationwide provide ongoing support. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund the Museum with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. The Museum and the Museum Store are open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and until 8:30 PM every Thursday. The Palette Express is open for lunch Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. For additional information, call 614-221-4848 or visit www.columbusmuseum.org.
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