Women Pulling At The Threads Of Social Discourse

Opening Reception: Thursday, June30 • 6 - 8 PM

“The exhibition and its message – the right to vote, and the action and responsibility of everyone voting – is just as important now as in the past. The artists are the present-day warriors still carrying the torch first lit over one hundred years ago.”
- Co-Curator Melanie Prapopoulos

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MoCA Westport announces the opening of Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse in collaboration with The Contemporary Art Modern Project (The CAMP Gallery) and the Fiber Artists Miami Association (FAMA), on view from June 30 - September 4, 2022. This extremely timely exhibition explores how female artists, utilizing textiles as their medium, subvert the social expectation of crafting by lambasting this soft medium with political and social awareness.

The exhibition was curated by Melanie Prapopoulos, Maria Gabriela Di Giammarco, and Mario Andres Rodriguez of The CAMP Gallery, with locations in both Miami, Florida and Westport, Connecticut.

Admission to the exhibition is complimentary, made possible by the generous donation of an anonymous donor.

NEW! In addition to free docent-led gallery tours, we'll be introducing kids/family-focused gallery tours on Thursdays and Sundays. Registration will open soon!

Cocktails and Conversation

Free Supporting Events For Our Current Ehxibition
Register for July 7 Event

Our Cocktails & Conversation series features an exciting line-up of speakers in support of our current exhibition. Speakers begin at 6 PM sharp, so please arrive early to purchase a custom cocktail or drink of your choice, and to experience Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse.

On Thursday, July 7 join us for a conversation with Elizabeth Gorayeb, Art Historian and Executive Director of the non-profit art historical research foundation Wildenstein Platter Institute. Gorayeb will speak about the historical devaluing of women's positions in the art market by upholding distinctions between craft and fine art. Admission is free; advance registration requested.

You can also register to participate in our Paint & Sip Open Art Studio on Thursday nights, or just come for Happy Hour from 5 - 7 PM.

The Heida Is Back!
Heida Hermanns International Piano Competition
August 11 - 13, 2022
Learn More + Get Tickets

The Heida is an exciting international piano competition featuring the most talented young pianists from around the world. Join us for performances by four rising stars selected by renowned judges in an extensive audition process.

Tickets are available for individual performances and lectures or for the entire three-day event. If you had purchased tickets for the Heida originally scheduled for January 2022, your tickets are valid for these new dates. Learn more about the competitors, judges and events on our website and get your tickets today. Both in-person and virtual events are available.

Thank you to the sponsors of the 202 Heida Hermanns International Piano Competition: Beechwood Arts, Kristin Foster, Lance Lundberg and Terry McGuiness, Laura and Dogan Perese, Suzanne and Norman Sorensen, and Cindy and John Vaccaro.

Music At MoCA Concert Series In July:
Fri, July 15: Adam Tendler (Classical Contemporary)
Sat, July 23: Broadway Through The Ages

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MoCA Westport is showcasing two stellar performers in July! Join us in-person or purchase a virtual ticket.

On Friday, July 15, don't miss classical contemporary artist Adam Tendler, a recipient of the Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists, a “remarkable and insightful musician” (LA Times), and a “relentlessly adventurous pianist” (Washington Post).

Return to MoCA on Saturday, July 23 for a performance on our outdoor stage by rising Broadway star Michelle Pauker as she performs your favorite Broadway tunes, from Golden Age to Contemporary!

Arrive early to experience Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse and to purchase delicious food and drinks.

Thank you to our concert sponsors, Cohen & Wolf, Fairfield County Bank, Michelle&Team at William Raveis Real Estate,The Russell Agency, Serena & Lily, Suzanne and Norman Sorensen, and Joyce and David Thompson, and to our media sponsors: Fairfield After Dark, WMNR, WPKN and WSHU Public Radio.

The Academy
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Exploring Art Together (toddlers & caregiver week pass)
Half and Full Day Weekly Camp for ages 4-8
Weekly Art Intensive 1 - 3 PM for ages 9-13
Extended Day Options for everyone

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