Preservation Society symposium for 50th Anniversary of “Monumenta” scupture exhibition

Woman viewing modern sculpture near mansion.

Photos courtesy William and Gael Crimmins. Photo, top: Windtotem by David Smith at The Elms. On August 17 in 1974, the opening of a groundbreaking exhibition called Monumenta showcased 54 outdoor sculptures across the Newport landscape by 40 artists, including Willem de Kooning, Louise Nevelson, Henry Moore, Barnett Newman, Richard Fleischner, David Smith and Christo. In celebration…

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