Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond NEWS

A Celebration of Russel Wright

On Sunday, September 18, 2011, from 3-6pm, Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond members
Gary and Laura Maurer will host “A Celebration of Russel Wright” at their home in Chicago.

Wright was an influential industrial designer who created a succession of artistically distinctive
and commercially successful items from the late 1920’s through the 1960’s.
He was noted for bringing modern design to the general public and was recently
honored as one of 12 “Pioneers of American Industrial Design” featured in a U.S. Postal Service
stamp issue. He also built Manitoga, his eco-sensitive modernist home in Garrison, NY
which is now the Russel Wright Design Center and a National Historic Landmark.

Manitoga, the Russel Wright Design Center, Garrison NY

The event will feature a slide presentation and question/answer session by David McAlpin,
a New York City architect who currently serves as President of Manitoga/The Russel Wright Design Center. http://www.russelwrightcenter.org/redesign/home.html

In addition, the Maurers will have on display items from their extensive
collection of Russel Wright designs, ranging from everyday dinnerware to a
rare 1934 Wurlitzer baby grand piano.

Interior at Manitoga

Light snacks and beverages will be served.

There is no parking available in the Maurers’ building,
but a public garage at 2515 N. Clark Street
is located two blocks west, just off of Deming Place.
The location of the event will be supplied to attendees after registration.
Proceeds of this event will benefit Manitoga/The Russel Wright Design Center

Tickets are $45 for CBB members and $55 for guest attending with a member
Space is extremely limited, first come, first served
Register ONLINE - click here

To register by check, your check must be received by Sept. 1
Mail to: Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond
c/o Gand Music and Sound
780 Frontage Rd.
Northfield, IL 60093

Note: details of tours can be subject to change