The Arnold Arboretum is just one of the amazing parts of the nature of beautiful Jamaica Plain. Arnold Arboretum librarian Lisa Pearson penned the historical book ARNOLD ARBORETUM, which traces the history of JP’s most beautiful landmark. Susan Hardy Brown, former Arnold Arboretum archivist, makes art inspired by the nature in her neighborhood, and photographer Erik Gehring captures images for prints and calendars in the Arnold Arboretum.
Join these three artists for a demonstration of their stunning JP-inspired work and a discussion of the influence of the Arnold Arboretum and JP nature on their work. Then find the perfect holiday gift for all of the loved ones on your list.
Certain books were “banned in Boston” at least as far back as 1651, when one William Pynchon wrote a book criticizing Puritanism.