Press Release
For Immediate Release
Media Contact
Karen Schwarz
Interim Director of Marketing and Communications
203 413-6735 | [email protected]
Exploring the Art of Design
Bruce Museum Benefit Provides Peek into World of Distinguished Designers
GREENWICH, CT, March 18, 2015 – The Bruce Museum will host the second annual Art of Design
benefit on Thursday, April 9, at Greenwich Country Club. A panel discussion and luncheon co-chaired
by Colette Howe and Mary Melvin, the event will feature a distinguished group of industry leaders who
will explore the art of design, and its elusive nature. Why does one design stand out, while another
does not?
“The inaugural Art of Design panel was of great interest to a broad audience,” says Whitney Lucas
Rosenberg, Director of Development at the Bruce Museum. “We are thrilled with the participation of
such fascinating leaders in their industries both last year and this.”
This year’s panel of experts includes Robert B. Chavez, President and CEO of Hermès of Paris, Inc.;
Olivia Graham, Fashion Photographer, Olivia Graham Photography; Richard Granoff, Founder and
Managing Principal, Granoff Architects; Jane Larkworthy, Beauty Director, W Magazine; and Linda
Ruderman, Owner, Linda Ruderman Interiors. The discussion will be moderated by Cristin Marandino,
Editor of Greenwich Magazine.
“Last year’s inaugural event was very well received, attracting stellar panelists and interested guests,”
adds Becky Conelias, development officer at the Bruce and organizer of the event. “This year’s
discussion will focus on how successful design is approached in our complex world.”
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For tickets, visit www.artofdesign2015.eventbrite.com, or contact Becky Conelias at (203) 413-6745, or
via email at [email protected]. The Museum is grateful to Terry Rogers Matthews of
Horseneck Wines & Liquors, Green of Greenwich Custom Floral Design and Event Planning, and to
Greenwich Magazine/Moffly Media, who is the event’s exclusive media sponsor.
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About the Bruce Museum
The Bruce Museum is a museum of art and science and is located at One Museum Drive in Greenwich,
Connecticut. The Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm; closed Mondays and
major holidays. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for students up to 22 years, $6 for seniors and free for
members and children less than five years. Individual admission is free on Tuesday. Free on-site
parking is available and the Museum is accessible to individuals with disabilities. For additional
information, call the Bruce Museum at (203) 869-0376 or visit the website at brucemuseum.org
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