In Milton’s Footsteps | A virtual program with Erin Monroe

Did you know that Milton Avery spent his formative years in the Hartford area? Join curator Erin Monroe for a virtual talk "In Milton’s Footsteps," showcasing the downtown art scene at the turn of the 20th century. Richly illustrated with archival documents and historic photographs, Monroe will highlight the locations that helped shaped one of the 20th century’s preeminent painters, from art student to emerging modern artist.
This event is presented in partnership with the Auerbach Library Associates and the Hartford History Center at Hartford Public Library.
This program was recorded on May 17, 2022

[@dobie07]

Thanks to the librarians and for your research and presentation, Erin. Well done! The Avery exhibit was also first rate. Nice to see
this contextual history after the fact. While I’ve given up hope of finding an Avery in local “antique” shops, his spirit lives on. 😊

[@JackRainfield]

The Milton Avery show was fantastic! As a long time resident of Windsor, Ct I have never heard a mention of the fact that Milton's family first moved to the Wilson section of Windsor in his youth. I'm going to visit the Windsor historical museum to see if they are aware of this. I'm also wondering if the school records contain any reference to him.