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SVETOZAR: The Early Life of Baron Eugene Fersen
Private Opening: October 5th at 6pm
Public Opening: October 6th
Through paintings and other objects from his life, this exhibition will delve into the extraordinary journey of a Russian Baron who fled his homeland in the turbulent years leading up to World War I.
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After emigrating to the United States in the late 1910s, Baron Eugene Fersen founded his spiritual organization, the Lightbearers. In the 1930s, he chose Archer near Stevenson, WA as the site for his university, stating he believed the Columbia River Gorge is a spiritual vortex.
His early life among Russian Oligarchic spiritualists and philosophers, combined with the trauma of World War I, profoundly influenced his work. Fersen’s writings, including Science of Being and Is There a God? established him as a notable figure in the realm of early New Age Spirituality of the 1920s.
Discover the possibilities of his mysterious lineage, the development of his unique philosophy, and how he came to acquire 2,000 acres around Archer Mountain in Skamania County
Baron Eugene Fersen
Feodor Zakharov
circa: early 20c
Through the Gunner's Sight
Artist: Charles Burt
WALKING IN MY SHOES:
A Perspective on Military Service by Charles Burt
Public Opening: November 23rd at 2pm
Closing Jan 26th
First Floor Gallery
Star Block Patchwork Quilt
circa mid-1800s
After 20 years of active-duty service Charles Burt retired from the Army but had a tough time adjusting to civilian culture. Seeking a way to connect with other disciplined and dedicated people, he met artists who shared his work ethic and a strong drive to succeed.
From this spark, he started taking art courses at the local community college and completed five years of intensive fine art atelier training at Gage Academy of Art in Seattle. During his last two years of atelier training, Burt began a series of paintings titled Seven Army Values. These are invitations for civilians to find new ways of thinking about military service.
After retiring from the Army, he developed a tremor in his dominant hand and was later diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Painting fine art pieces while battling a tremor is another challenge that he faces head-on.
He hopes his art and his life story inspire other veterans to work toward their own goals even after they leave the supportive structures of the military.
A public opening on November 23rd at 2pm will initiate this start of this exhibition. The artist, Charles Burt, will be in attendance. To attend, RSVP below.
VISITING THE OLYMPICS:
Roy Craft in Germany 1936
Opening: September 1st
As all eyes are on Paris, France for the 2024 Olympic Games, our Museum will look back on the Games of 1936 through the experience and writing of Stevenson’s Roy Craft.
Born in 1908, Craft began as a writer and publisher at age 16. His career progressed to the editor of the Stars and Stripes in Europe, publicist for celebrities such as Marilyn Monroe, and owner of the Skamania County Pioneer!
For those auspicious 1936 Games, Craft was tapped to represent several west coast newspapers. He sent back interesting articles and left memorabilia from the Games to the CGM, including images of the University of Washington’s winning Boys of the Boats Olympic team, as well as hand-written records of winning runs by Jesse Owens.
Visit us for this direct look to that period in history, including medals, programs, photographs of the Games, and the characters that played a role.
Notable Happenings
Photographer: Lauren Welborn
General Admissions
Available for purchase at the front desk of the museum
Paid Admissions
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Adults................................ $10
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Seniors (Over 60).......... $8
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Students........................... $8
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Children (6-12).............. $6
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Family (4+)....................... $30
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Group Tours..................... $8 per guest
Available Discounts
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AAA Members............... 10% off
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Military.............................. 10% off
Free Admissions
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CGM Members
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NARM Members
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Ft. Vancouver Regional Library Pass
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Libraries of Eastern Oregon Pass
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Richland Library System Pass
Host An Event To Remember
Are you looking to host an office party, wedding, birthday party, class reunion, or maybe just a great get together? If so we would love to host it.
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The museum boasts thousands of square feet of available space including a meeting room, theater, large outdoor patio, as well as the Grand Gallery. Our staff would love to show you the space and help make your event one to remember.