Join us on October 25 from 6 PM to 9 PM at UNCW Library, Discovery Hall, DH1070, for an inspiring evening celebrating the remarkable legacy of Dorothy Gillespie.
The event will kick off with a reception and art viewing featuring an exclusive display of her vibrant artwork on the third floor. Following this, we will present the documentary Dorothy Gillespie: Courage, Independence, and Color, which delves into her influential career and artistic contributions.
Schedule
6–7 PM | Reception and Art Viewing
7–8:30 PM | Screening of Dorothy Gillespie: Courage, Independence, and Color
8:30–9 PM | Q&A with Gary Gillespie Israel, President of the Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation
Summary
Born in 1920 – the same year women won the right to vote – Dorothy Gillespie challenged society and women’s place in it through her activism, pedagogy, and groundbreaking artwork as one of the great abstract expressionists of the twentieth century.
Runtime
1hr 30 mins
Rating
PG 13
Photo Credit
Courtesy Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation
Film Credit
This event is proudly supported by the Dorothy Gillespie Foundation and Gary Israel, honoring Gillespie’s profound impact on the art world and her enduring inspiration. Don’t miss this chance to engage with her incredible story and artistry!