The End (of Jacksonville’s Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum)
Jacksonville’s Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum Jacksonville has closed its doors after 30 years. The museum’s final day open to the public was Jan. 31. Museum Director Cheryl McCain said the museum’s closure is “bittersweet” for her. As a Navy veteran, she likened the end of the Jacksonville museum to the decommissioning of a ship: “You […]
Art is ageless: Karpeles hosts “Generations” exhibit by local artists
Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in Jacksonville’s Historic Springfield neighborhood is opening a new art exhibit featuring a group of local artists beginning March 1. The “Generations” exhibit will showcase more than 20 art pieces by seven artists – Leila Griffith, Suzanne Magee, Mary McAllister, Jim Pearce, Mimi Sherman Pearce, Megan Reid and Jackie Schrank – […]