2019 events:
PIANO RECITAL SERIES AT THE BOAL MANSION MUSEUM:
> Tuesday, February 19 - Alexander Kobrin (Thank you for attending!)
> Sunday, March 10, 2019, at 3pm - Francisco Montero
> Sunday, April 14, 2019, at 3pm - Amy E. Gustafson
The Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum in collaboration with Dr. Amy E. Gustafson will present a three-part Piano Recital Series in the Mansion’s historic ballroom, in February, March, and April on the days and times listed above.
The Museum’s proceeds will be used to restore instruments in the collection, including the 1922 Steinway Grand piano and a 19th-century concert harp discovered recently in the Mansion basement.
Pianist Amy E. Gustafson has organized the recital series with Museum Director Bob Cameron, who plans to add more concerts in the future, both in the ballroom and in the museum’s beautiful outdoor amphitheater. Dr. Gustafson has performed across the United States and throughout Europe.
She studied under numerous piano masters at the Manhattan School of Music, New York University, the University of Texas at Austin, and the Juilliard School.
Her many awards include second prize in the International Young Artists Piano Competition.
In addition to her performing career, she is the director of the Gijon International Piano Festival and the Palmetto International Piano Festival. Dr. Gustafson will perform works by Cimarosa, Brahms, Liszt, and Chopin at the April recital.
The February pianist will be Alexander Kobrin, winner of the 2005 Van Cliburn Piano Competition, who will perform works by Brahms and Schubert.
In March, Francisco Montero will present an all-Spanish program of piano works.
Tapas and other refreshments, including a cash bar, will be offered at all concerts.
Tickets for each recital cost $40 in advance.
Tickets for students under age 21 are $30.
Tickets for all three recitals cost $100, a saving of $20.
Tickets at the door are $45.
Museum members receive a 10% discount; please provide your membership number.
Tickets are available via PayPal, or you may send a check.
> Sunday, March 10, 2019, at 3pm - Francisco Montero
> Sunday, April 14, 2019, at 3pm - Amy E. Gustafson
The Columbus Chapel & Boal Mansion Museum in collaboration with Dr. Amy E. Gustafson will present a three-part Piano Recital Series in the Mansion’s historic ballroom, in February, March, and April on the days and times listed above.
The Museum’s proceeds will be used to restore instruments in the collection, including the 1922 Steinway Grand piano and a 19th-century concert harp discovered recently in the Mansion basement.
Pianist Amy E. Gustafson has organized the recital series with Museum Director Bob Cameron, who plans to add more concerts in the future, both in the ballroom and in the museum’s beautiful outdoor amphitheater. Dr. Gustafson has performed across the United States and throughout Europe.
She studied under numerous piano masters at the Manhattan School of Music, New York University, the University of Texas at Austin, and the Juilliard School.
Her many awards include second prize in the International Young Artists Piano Competition.
In addition to her performing career, she is the director of the Gijon International Piano Festival and the Palmetto International Piano Festival. Dr. Gustafson will perform works by Cimarosa, Brahms, Liszt, and Chopin at the April recital.
The February pianist will be Alexander Kobrin, winner of the 2005 Van Cliburn Piano Competition, who will perform works by Brahms and Schubert.
In March, Francisco Montero will present an all-Spanish program of piano works.
Tapas and other refreshments, including a cash bar, will be offered at all concerts.
Tickets for each recital cost $40 in advance.
Tickets for students under age 21 are $30.
Tickets for all three recitals cost $100, a saving of $20.
Tickets at the door are $45.
Museum members receive a 10% discount; please provide your membership number.
Tickets are available via PayPal, or you may send a check.
Checks should note the Recital Date in the Memo line, and may be sent to:
Recital at the Boal Mansion
PO Box 116
Boalsburg PA 16827
Thank you!
Recital at the Boal Mansion
PO Box 116
Boalsburg PA 16827
Thank you!
All three pianists will play a Yamaha Grand CF6 piano donated for the series by Cunningham Piano Company of Philadelphia
and we are extremely grateful for Yamaha’s sponsorship!
CONTACTS:
Dr. Bob Cameron, Museum Director, 814-876-0129 or bcameron2000@gmail.com
Dr. Amy Gustafson, Pianist, 512-965-5588 or amyegustafson@yahoo.com
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and we are extremely grateful for Yamaha’s sponsorship!
CONTACTS:
Dr. Bob Cameron, Museum Director, 814-876-0129 or bcameron2000@gmail.com
Dr. Amy Gustafson, Pianist, 512-965-5588 or amyegustafson@yahoo.com
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May 4: Central PA Native Plant Sale
On the Museum grounds.
Learn about Native Plants at free seminars
Peruse the booths of the many vendors who offer a wide selection of native plants for purchase.
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On the Museum grounds.
Learn about Native Plants at free seminars
Peruse the booths of the many vendors who offer a wide selection of native plants for purchase.
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May 11: Penn-Del Tree Climbing Competition
The finals of the official tree climbing competition. The best climbers from the
semi-finals this past September will be competing in several events.
The winner will qualify for nationals!
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The finals of the official tree climbing competition. The best climbers from the
semi-finals this past September will be competing in several events.
The winner will qualify for nationals!
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May 27: Memorial Day Village Celebration
The Museum’s estate grounds provide the perfect setting for our diverse activities
as part of the Village-wide celebration.
Enjoy live music, Civil War re-enactors, living history demos, great food,
craft vendors, and special museum tours.
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The Museum’s estate grounds provide the perfect setting for our diverse activities
as part of the Village-wide celebration.
Enjoy live music, Civil War re-enactors, living history demos, great food,
craft vendors, and special museum tours.
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July 12, 13, & 14: Annual Antique Faire & Sale
What better venue than a 200 yr. old estate & museum to host the
annual antique show & sale showcasing vendors from near and far.
With local berries available it’s also a great time to try delicious foods
like fresh blueberry milkshakes.
Also enter or vote for best berry pie!
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What better venue than a 200 yr. old estate & museum to host the
annual antique show & sale showcasing vendors from near and far.
With local berries available it’s also a great time to try delicious foods
like fresh blueberry milkshakes.
Also enter or vote for best berry pie!
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Oct. 13: Olde Europe Renaissance Festival
Celebrate fall in Central Pennsylvania with a Renaissance theme
of delicious foods, crafts, music and dance from the Olde World.
From Italian food to Celtic music, come enjoy the culture
of the 6 European countries with which the Boals were affiliated.
Special demos like sword fighting, falconry, archery, knights in armor, & more!
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Celebrate fall in Central Pennsylvania with a Renaissance theme
of delicious foods, crafts, music and dance from the Olde World.
From Italian food to Celtic music, come enjoy the culture
of the 6 European countries with which the Boals were affiliated.
Special demos like sword fighting, falconry, archery, knights in armor, & more!
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Oct. 14: Columbus Chapel Mass
(very limited seating, no charge, but by reservation only)
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(very limited seating, no charge, but by reservation only)
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Nov. 6: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
One night is not enough to show our incredible volunteers
how much we appreciate their year-round efforts, but we’ll try!!!
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One night is not enough to show our incredible volunteers
how much we appreciate their year-round efforts, but we’ll try!!!
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Special Holiday Events!
Dec. 1: Hanging of the Greens
Come help deck out the mansion & grounds for Christmas.
First two weekends in December
Drive thru Illumination Display & Kristkindl Market
Enjoy your self-guided drive-thru of our
Christmas illumination display lining our private drive.
Stop & shop at the Kristkindl Market while enjoying the sounds of local carolers!
Dec. 6: Home for the Holidays - Candlelight Tour of the Mansion
The Estate and Mansion like you’ve never seen them!
Come enjoy a truly old fashion Christmas! (by reservation).
Dec. 7: Home for the Holidays - Formal Tea and Candlelight Tour of the Mansion
Enjoy a traditional Christmas Tea with your Candlelight Tour.
Of course, our high tea includes special live music along with the incredible food (by reservation).
Dec. 8 Home for the Holidays - A Dickens' Dinner & Dance at the Mansion
Enjoy a traditional Dicken’s Christmas dinner followed by a candlelight tour
and waltzing in the beautiful ballroom (by reservation).
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Dec. 1: Hanging of the Greens
Come help deck out the mansion & grounds for Christmas.
First two weekends in December
Drive thru Illumination Display & Kristkindl Market
Enjoy your self-guided drive-thru of our
Christmas illumination display lining our private drive.
Stop & shop at the Kristkindl Market while enjoying the sounds of local carolers!
Dec. 6: Home for the Holidays - Candlelight Tour of the Mansion
The Estate and Mansion like you’ve never seen them!
Come enjoy a truly old fashion Christmas! (by reservation).
Dec. 7: Home for the Holidays - Formal Tea and Candlelight Tour of the Mansion
Enjoy a traditional Christmas Tea with your Candlelight Tour.
Of course, our high tea includes special live music along with the incredible food (by reservation).
Dec. 8 Home for the Holidays - A Dickens' Dinner & Dance at the Mansion
Enjoy a traditional Dicken’s Christmas dinner followed by a candlelight tour
and waltzing in the beautiful ballroom (by reservation).
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