Artoberfest: beer, brats and art
Published: Oct 2, 2009
What could be better than taking in the magnificent works of a renowned art gallery? Except perhaps, exploring art while drinking beer, eating brats and celebrating “Artoberfest” during the 2009 Steffen Thomas Museum’s annual fundraiser.
An Oktoberfest themed fundraiser is fitting considering Steffen Thomas was a German-American artist. Thomas died in 1990 at the age of 84, but he left a legacy of art that inspires many to this day. During his lifetime, Thomas dabbled in many art mediums. He produced busts of George Washington Carver and Dr. Crawford Long, as well as larger-than-life memorials that are scattered throughout the country, including the statue of Governor Eugene Talmadge at the Georgia State Capitol.
Today his work is still beloved and admired. The Buckhead museum dedicated to his honor serves as an example about the importance of following your dreams and cultivating your own creative expression through art education programs.
But in order to fund these important non-profit programs and projects, the museum must raise enough funds annually. That’s where beer and brats come in.
For one night only, on Oct. 22, the Steffen Thomas Museum of Art will transform itself into a German Beer Garden. Whole roast pig, bratwursts and potato salad are just some of the rich and hearty Bavarian food on the menu for the evening. But what would a German fall festival be without beer – and lots of it?
When you can’t eat – or drink – anymore dance the night away to the music of “Ed Douglas and Friend.” Take a twirl by the silent auction area to bid on hand-crafted items, including jewelry, art and local business services. And don’t forget to buy your raffle ticket ($10; 3 for $25) for a 1978 Krugerrand – a one-ounce 14-karat fine gold South African pendant valued at around $1,250. You don’t have to be present to win.
Admission to “Artoberfest” is $35 per person. All proceeds go to the museum’s art outreach program. Casual dress, with a German flair, is recommended.
- by Christine Foster, Atlanta Reporter for HelloMetro
(Click to leave a message)
