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“Field Trip” exhibit by Camera Club of Hilton Head Island
May 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
The Coastal Discovery Museum at historic Honey Horn will host a selection of images from the Camera Club of Hilton Head Island, in the Main Gallery, from May 13 to July 7. Admission is free. The public is invited to attend the opening reception, on May 14, from 5 pm – 7 pm.
The theme is “Field Trip,” showcasing images of natural and historic sites throughout the region. A highlight of the exhibit will be photographs by student winners of the Kurtzberg Memorial Awards. Named after Dr. Larry Kurtzberg, a champion of youth photography and the club’s founder and first president, these awards recognize exceptional students enrolled in Hilton Head Island High School’s visual arts photography courses.
As part of the museum’s ongoing efforts to support local arts groups, the museum is also hosting four gallery talks by the Camera Club, at 2 pm, on May 16, May 29, June 12, and June 22. The talks are free and open to the public.
About the Camera Club of Hilton Head Island (CCHHI)
Founded in 1987, the CCHHI brings together individuals who are passionate about photography. The 100-member club offers activities for all skill levels to develop their photography knowledge and skills. These include field trips, classes and monthly meetings featuring guest speakers. CCHHI also engages in community outreach, exemplified by the Kurtzberg Memorial Awards. For more information, visit: https://www.new-cchhi.net/.
About the Coastal Discovery Museum
The Coastal Discovery Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is an educational and cultural organization whose mission is to provide experiences that inspire people to care for the Lowcountry. Founded in 1985, and located on Hilton Head’s historic Honey Horn grounds, the Museum offers exhibitions, programs, lectures, hands-on workshops and events, covering Lowcountry history, culture, art and the environment. For more information, visit www.coastaldiscovery.org.
