Art
The Umbrella Cover Museum
The Umbrella Cover Museum, which holds the Guinness World Record for the most umbrella sleeves, has chosen Bristol for its first international tour.
This quirky collection of umbrella covers from all over the world, along with its director and curator Nancy 3. Hoffman (the three is not a typo – it’s her middle number), will be at Centrespace from September 15-27.
The museum’s motto, “Celebrate the Mundane,” is part of the mission statement, which also declares that “There is always a story behind the cover.”
The exhibition includes hundreds of umbrella covers, and a chance for visitors to play the game “Mad for Plaid.” A miniature replica of Stonehenge made from umbrella covers and “Kid-Friendly” covers are two of the other exhibits.
Playing her accordion, Hoffman will “wrap up” each tour with a sing-along rendition of the museum’s theme song.
“Bristol is a vibrant city with style, a bit of quirkiness and a sense of humour,” says Hoffman. “I think it’s a perfect place for my collection.”
Nancy invites you to please bring along a cover if you want to make a donation to the collection.
Opening Reception Sat 16 5-9pm. Exhibition open 11am-6pm daily.
For more info, visit www.centrespacegallery.com/?post_type=exhibitions&p=1209 and www.umbrellacovermuseum.org
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