Coffee and Conversation at the Carlson Education Center

Carlson Education Center, CAM Green
13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA
Free Program, Registration Required

Celebrate Black History Month with a look at Doris Elizabeth Prouty: Art and Expression through Quilting.

With a focus on her quilt titled Lanes Cove, we’ll explore the artistry of African American quilter Doris Elizabeth Prouty (1947-2020), a resident of Gloucester for nearly 50 years. We’ll be joined in the conversation by her husband, Dick Prouty.

You are invited to join us every Thursday for a unique experience. Led by a CAM docent, these deep dives into a single artwork or object from the Collection will begin with conversation, a short presentation and complimentary coffee at the Carlson Education Center, followed by a special trip to the James Center to view the object being discussed. No special knowledge needed! Just a curiosity to learn more in a small group setting and enjoy a unique experience.

Image Credit: Doris Elizabeth Prouty (1947-2020). Lane’s Cove, 2017. Hand applique, embroidery, cotton cloth. Gift of the Prouty Family, 2022. Cape Ann Museum Collection. [2022.093.001]