BY PETER J. TESEI
The town of Greenwich supports, promotes and celebrates the arts and culture.
Beginning in 1908, Robert Moffat Bruce deeded his property to the town of Greenwich, stipulating that it be used as “a natural history, historical, and art museum for the use and benefit of the public.” The Bruce Museum plays an integral role in the cultural life of area residents and attracts approximately 100,000 visitors annually, reaching out to families, seniors and students, the handicapped, at-risk children and community organizations. The Bruce Museum presents more than a dozen new exhibitions in art and science every year.
The Bendheim Gallery at the Greenwich Arts Center hosts major exhibitions every six weeks. This venue includes established as well as emerging artists and is located in the heart of Greenwich”™s central business district.
The Flinn Gallery is a nonprofit, education-oriented exhibition space that presents art in all mediums from a wide range of periods, visions and techniques. Over 11,000 people view its exhibitions each year. The Gallery committee, comprised of volunteers, curates and mounts six exhibitions a year from September through June.
The Mission of the Greenwich Arts Council is to promote the visual, performing and literary arts in our community by encouraging artists, presenting their work and building audiences for the arts. Each May, GAC hosts “Art to the Avenue” whereby artists showcase their works in businesses in downtown Greenwich.
The GAC provides space for a broad range of visual and performing arts from the Greenwich Art Society, Greenwich Choral Society, Greenwich Symphony Orchestra and Alliance Francaise of Greenwich
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra is directed and conducted by David Gilbert. David is acclaimed for his dynamic performances with orchestras throughout the United States, the Far East and Europe.
BackCountry Jazz was founded by internationally renowned saxophonist Bennie Wallace and hosts concerts with some of today”™s most celebrated jazz artists.
Greenwich is blessed to have an array of cultural and artistic programs for residents and visitors to enjoy. We welcome you to come and experience all that Greenwich has to offer as a place to live, work and play.
Peter J. Tesei is first selectman of the Town of Greenwich. FC Buzz is presented by the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County.
