Kluge-Ruhe › Aboriginal Art Collection
Tjumpo Tjapanangka, Kangaroo Dreaming at Lake Mackay, 1991 ©2009 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/Viscopy, Australia
Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Yam Dreaming of My Country, c.1991 ©2009 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/Viscopy, Australia
Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri, Family Bush Tucker Dreaming, c.1972 ©2009 Aboriginal Artists Agency, Sydney
Jimmy Angunguna, Marrchila (Saltwater Crocodile), 1996 ©2009 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VISCOPY, Australia
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The Mara Tjuta Circle is made up of friends of the Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art collection who advance the museum’s mission through annual donations targeted for new acquisitions and special programs. Mara Tjuta is translated as "many hands" from Pitjantjatjara, a western desert language. We invite you to join the circle of support for the Kluge-Ruhe Collection. Your contributions are crucial to our success.
Become a member of the Mara Tjuta Circle and receive invitations to special events and premiums for different levels of giving.
| Member: Individual $75 Couple $100 |
Invitations to Mara Tjuta events 20% off books, posters and gifts created by Kluge-Ruhe |
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| Sponsor $250 | Member benefits plus: Aboriginal Art Calendar |
| Patron $500 | Sponsor benefits plus: Tucker Box Tour including lunch for four |
| Benefactor $1000 | Patron benefits plus: One wine and cheese reception for 12 at the Kluge-Ruhe Collection |
| Inner Circle $2500+ | Benefactor benefits plus: Eunice Napangardi limited edition print Rotunda Society Membership |
Join now by sending your tax-deductible donation to:
Kluge-Ruhe Collection
400 Worrell Drive
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Or give online here: http://campaign.virginia.edu/supportklugeruhe
Exhibits
August 22 - December 20, 2009
What Will Last Beyond Today: John W. Kluge's Collection of Australian Aboriginal Art
Follows John W. Kluge’s collecting history and showcases the broad range of styles of Aboriginal art represented in the collection – from traditional forms to artistic innovations.