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 Consuming Views: Art and Tourism in the White Mountains, 1850-1900
From September 16, 2006, through October 8, 2007, the New Hampshire Historical Society presented Consuming Views: Art and Tourism in the White Mountains, 1850-1900, a major exhibition exploring how artists and consumers perceived the natural wonders of the White Mountains. Guest curators John J. Henderson and Roger E. Belson (co-authors of the Web site whitemountainart.com worked with Society staff, scholars, and volunteers for three years in researching and developing the exhibition. Thirty-seven paintings from public and private collections presented a compelling and unique perspective of the White Mountain locale. Artists included Jasper Francis Cropsey, Thomas Hill, Benjamin Champney, and Frank Shapleigh, as well as lesser-known talents such as Bradford Freeman, Franklin Stanwood, and Erdix Tenney Wilson. The artworks were organized geographically, following routes 19th-century travelers took while touring the White Mountains. Visitors were able to explore the key sites that attracted tourists and inspired artists, beginning and ending in North Conway, home of the earliest White Mountain artists’ community. Thanks to Our Sponsors Consuming Views was funded by TD Banknorth Charitable Foundation; Robert and Dorothy Goldberg Charitable Foundation; John J. and Joan R. Henderson; Catherine L. and Joel J. Bedor; the Mount Washington Cog Railway; and Capital Offset Company, Inc. Buy the Book Published by the New Hampshire Historical Society, Consuming Views: Art and Tourism in the White Mountains, 1850-1900, is a full-color hardbound publication featuring all thirty-seven paintings in the exhibition and essays by thirty-three White Mountain art historians and experts. The book, distributed by the University Press of New England, retails for $39.95 and is available through the New Hampshire Historical Society's online store or by calling 603/856-0625. About Us Founded in 1823, the New Hampshire Historical Society is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and sharing New Hampshire history. The Society serves thousands of children and adults each year through its Museum of New Hampshire History, research library, educational programs, and award-winning publications. Join Us! The New Hampshire Historical Society is not a state-funded agency. All of the Society's programs and services are made possible by membership dues and contributions from individuals, foundations, and businesses. Free admission to the Society's museum and library are two of the many benefits of membership. You are invited to join today! Call the membership department at 603/856-0621 or use our convenient and secure online membership form.
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