Nadja Daehnke, Director of the UCT Irma Stern Museum, tells us on the Sanlam Arts Round Up, what is planned to mark the museum’s 50th year.
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As discussed with Nadja, for the 50th anniversary, the museum is welcoming its diverse local audiences to enjoy all that the property already has to offer, but there is also a special programme of events throughout the year. The official celebrations launched to the general public and students was in late February 2022. See also Irma Stern Museum turns 50 in 2022
Some of the highlights include a high-profile artist-in-residency programme.
- The first exhibition, by internationally recognised contemporary artist Athi Patra Ruga, runs from 31 March to 18 June 2022. (See image above)
- This is followed by the stellar Georgina Gratrix in studio as artist in residence from July to September 2022. Her show will open in October.
- Celebrated composer and sound artist Neo Muyanga will be artist in residence from October onwards.
Thanks to Nadja Daehnke and her incredible team for making a visit to this special home museum so meaningful in this 50th year of celebrating Irma Stern and her contribution to South African Art.
WHAT: Irma Stern Museum turns 50
WHERE: Irma Stern Museum, 21 Cecil Road, Rosebank, Cape Town 7600
WHEN:Â 2022 semicentennial year. Wed to Fri 10h00-17h00; Sat 10h00-14h00. Closed on public holidays.
ADMISSION: Under 18’s, students, pensioners, and UCT staff free. Adults R65. PLEASE pre-book your visit as visitor numbers are restricted due to Covid-19 regulations.
INFO: T 021 650 7240 | E irmastern@uct.ac.za | Visit  | Instagram account via @irma_stern_museum
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