CHAIR: David Carter
CO-CHAIR: Mary Cava
ESTABLISHED: 2006

For more information please contact committee chair David Carter: 718-638-0289 or via e-mail: carter@valuist.com

To promote and foster interest and expertise in the Decorative Arts through educational and informational programs and events.

To arrange for speakers with expertise in the Decorative Arts to present lectures and discussions to club members and guests.

To organize trips to exhibitions, shows, fairs and museums in the New York area.

To promote and recognize the contributions and careers of individuals in the field of Decorative Arts through awards presentations.

The Decorative Arts Committee of The National Arts Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 p.m., in the Second Floor Parlor of the Clubhouse. Meetings are usually followed by a lecture or presentation at 7 p.m.   

Tuesday, February 5, 2008
7 pm: Slide Lecture: Second Floor Parlor
"Fine Furniture Construction Techniques"
by Roderick Thompson, Expert Conservator, Santo Spirito Restoration

Wednesday, March 5, 2008
7 pm: Slide Lecture: Marquis Gallery
"Egypt, Always Egypt: Cecil B. DeMille and the Land of the Pharaohs."
by Michele Majer, Textiles Expert

Tuesday, April 1, 2008
7 pm: Slide Lecture: Marquis Gallery
"Great American Collectors of 18th c. French Furniture"
by Robin Miller, Antiques Dealer, Conserver, D. Miller Furniture Conservers

Wednesday, May 7, 2008
7 pm: Slide Lecture: Marquis Gallery
“Fine English Silver”
by James McConnaughy, Dealer, S.J. Shrubsole

Thursday, May 22, 2008
Gold Medal Award Dinner
Honoring Mira Nakashima-Yarnell
Woodworker and Peace Activist

Tuesday, June 3, 2008
7pm: Show and Tell: Second Floor Parlor
"Bring Your Own Jewelry Roundtable Show and Tell"
with Mark Bunda, Jewelry Appraiser

(TBD)
Reception/Slide Presentation/Book: Michael McKinnon & Stephanie Copeland
Edith Wharton's, The Mount, Historic Restoration