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A "Down Jersey" Celebration in Greenwich, N.J.

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Described as "An unspoiled gem... tucked away amid sleepy farms and pristine marshland," tiny Greenwich, N.J. is a remarkably preserved village, replete with gracious old homes lining "ye Greate Street," the towns principle thoroughfare.

Founded in the late 17th century by Quakers and Presbyterians, Greenwich enjoyed early prosperity as the county seat and first port of entry on the Delaware River but the "Greenwich Tea Party" of 1774 marked the towns last great moment in history. BY the mid 19th century commercial and government interests had moved to nearby Bridgeton, Leaving older Greenwich to settle into a quieter, more remote existence that ultimately assured its preservation.

Before arrival in Greenwich to enjoy its renowned festive Colonial Christmas celebration, and early brunch is served to the group at the Salem Country Club on the banks of the Delaware River near Salem N.J.

James F. Turk, South Jersey historian, first takes participants on a drive along the mile long Greate Street of Greenwich adorned with many historic homes. At the Nicholas Gibbon House, ca. 1730, headquarters of the Cumberland Historical Society, an open hearth fire glows in the kitchen as hostesses in Colonial Yuletide festivities are viewed in the nearby Pirate House, ca. 1734, the Lecture Hall, ca. 1850. and the lobby of the Farmers' Bank. Carolers are seen strolling along Greate Street.

Another highlight of the afternoon is the St. Lucia Ceremony. Seats are reserved for the group in Greenwich Presbyterian Church, ca. 1835, to view this ancient rite commemorating the Swedes who settled in this area in the 17th century.

(Code: 575-412) Sun., Dec. 12, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., by bus from the Smithsonian.
Members-$42; Nonmembers-$52
Fee is all inclusive. On the return trip the bus stops at the Capital Hilton Hotel, 16th and K Sts., N.W. after the Smithsonian stop.

Restoration and Conservation

The studios and workshops of noted area craftsmen and restoration experts are visited on this tour, geared to those with a serious interest in conservation. At Gianetti Brothers in Brentwood, Md., participants have an opportunity to observe work in the progress at the studios renowned for the creation of superb plaster sculptures and moldings found in many restored homes and buildings, including The White House, Ford's Theater, and the National Trust's Woodlawn Plantation. At the Smithsonian's Exhibits Central on North Capitol St., they view craftsmen at work on a variety of exacting projects that will become exhibits for Smithsonian museums and bureaus. At the gold leaf studios of tour leader William Adair, a gifted restorer and formerly a conservator with the National Portrait Gallery, they Learn about the of gilding. Participants also visit and exhibition on the history of picture framing in the new Hubert H. Humphrey Building.

(Code: 576-205-01) Thurs., Jan. 6
(Code: 576-205-02) Thurs., Jan. 13
Both tours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., by bus from the Smithsonian
Members-$45; Nonmembers-$55
Tour is all-inclusive.
Limited to 25 people.

The Fine Art of Private Commissions

A major collection of works of art by 18 nationally and internationally recognized artists, on view from Dec. 15 at the Dimock Gallery, The George Washington University. Were all commissioned by one couple. The exhibition of finished pieces in wood, glass, metals, ceramics, mixed media, and environmental design are augmented by preliminary sketches and plans, working drawings, models, and photographs. Artists in the show are Whitney Boin, Dan Dailey, Joseph Detwiler, David Ebner, Pat Flynn, Ruben Guajardo, Douglas Hoppa, Sidney Hutter, Max Leser, Alfonse Mattia, Richard Scott Newman, Robert Strini, Steven Weinber, Mary Ann Zynsky, and working as teams: Hank Murata Adams and Wendy Maruyama; and Margie Jervis and Susie Krasnican.

Under the direction of the Dimock Gallery Staff Associates are offered guided tours of the exhibition.
(Code: 176-001-01) Sat., Dec. 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
(Code: 176-001-02) Sat., Dec. 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
(Code: 176-001-03) Fri., Jan. 21, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
(Code: 176-001-04) Fri., Jan. 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
On the January dates many of the artists are expected to be present to discuss their work.
Members only. Free. Tickets required.
Meeting place indicated on tickets.

The Art of Printmaking

This insider's tour of printmaking in Washington enables participants to view two distinguished Washington print galleries, to visit well-known local printmakers in their studios, and to observe and discuss the priceless Rosenwald print collection at the National Gallery of Art.

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Naúl Ojeda, "Extraña Compania," 1975.

Beginning with a demonstration of the process of printmaking in the studio of Scip Barnhart and David Adamson, tour leader Frank Gettings, Curator of Prints and Drawings at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, discusses the art forms and qualities intrinsic to fine prints. An early lunch is enjoyed at Herb's Restaurant, increasingly the gathering place for the arts community where the group is joined by gallery owners jane Haslem and Jam Hom, who specialize in prints. After lunch, participants proceed to their nearby galleries to study and discuss their collection of contemporary prints.

Well known etcher Joyce Wellman demonstrates the color viscosity process at the W.D. Printmaking workshop, at the next stop, followed by a visit to the studio of Uruguayan artist Naul Ojeda, who specializes in power, hand-pulled woodblock prints.

The groups then proceeds to the National Gallery of Art, where a staff member discuss the museum's prized collection of contemporary prints. The day concludes with refreshments of Foxhall Rd., at the charming home of a collector of fine prints.
(Code: 575-014) Thurs., Dec 16, 9:45 a.m. to 6 p.m., by bus from the Smithsonian.
Members-$38; Nonmembers-$46
Fee is all inclusive. Meeting place on tickets.