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Gallery News: COVID-19

11/16/2020

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Gilded Pear Gallery will be closed until Friday, November 27th, due to staff testing positive for COVID-19.

The staff was exposed to the virus at some point during the week of November 1-7; if you were in the gallery or in contact with us during that week, we recommend that you get tested. We will remain in quarantine until staff fully recovers, per CDC guidance, and it is safe to thoroughly clean and reopen the gallery again. We sincerely apologize for any harm we may have caused as this pandemic spreads throughout our community. When we return from quarantine, our continual efforts to keep our visitors safe by requiring masks, daily gallery cleaning, and keeping appropriate distance from guests will remain in effect- with utmost diligence.
Our gallery virtual exhibition events may have date changes, please visit our website for the latest updates. Until we return in-person, art purchases made online will be held for pickup or shipping- we will coordinate with you as soon as possible. We thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you all again soon.
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Gallery News: Derecho 2020

8/22/2020

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Aftermath & update: the gallery is ok! We survived the Derecho that hit Cedar Rapids on Monday, August 10th. Our building did not take heavy damage and we are so incredibly fortunate. A billboard was swept into the park next door and bricks from the adjacent building (Phong Lan) tumbled. Our hearts go out to our business neighbors who sustained heavy damage and broken windows.

No art was damaged at the gallery. We were without power for 5 days and no phones or internet for 12 days. A sincere thanks to ALL of you for your patience. We’re still catching up on appointments and deadlines with clients and artists. We’re truly grateful for your understanding. We are touched that so many of you checked in on us during this disastrous time. We’re lucky to be a part of this community, here, with you all.

Below are photos and video (to be added) of the aftermath that we took. Also listed are community resources to help recovery efforts as well as news coverage.


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Gallery News: Losing a Friend

8/14/2020

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Stephen Metcalf (1948-2020)

We are heartbroken to have been notified that our longtime artist and friend Steve has passed. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and his wife Jane. We hope that they are surrounded with love in this time.
We will miss him dearly.
Click HERE for Steve's obit.

Read more below about Steve.

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Press: Stillness and Occurrence

5/27/2020

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Click the button below to read the article about John Beckelman's solo exhibition Stillness and Occurrence during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Gazette: On View During Pandemic
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Gallery News: COvid-19

5/15/2020

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RE: Opening. To answer the burning question, YES we’re open- we are here (the lights are on and we’ve been working hard!). We’ve made the decision to continue operating BY APPOINTMENT ONLY until threat to health becomes less of a concern.  What does that mean? We ask that you call or email ahead (24 hours preferably, but will accommodate “hey, can I bring something in for framing in an hour?”). We also have a form on our website that you can use to book, if you’re feeling bashful. We don’t bite! (we can’t-we're masked!). If you are new to visiting the gallery, you don’t have to intend to purchase something to make an appointment. Feel free to contact us to see the current exhibit- the shows will go on! We cherish our clients, patrons and partners. All we really want is for everyone to be safe and healthy, so we ask that you arrive to your appointment masked. There are lengthy details on our homepage, contact page, and provided below in "read more"- about what we are doing to keep our space safe for your visit, this update is long enough, and we know you all are reading so many of these! Visit the rest of the website for your art-related needs/desires.

We’re operating with as much deftness in accommodating change and adjusting for the new landscape ahead. We all need respite right now. May art intrigue the mind and provide comfort in this challenging time. We miss you.

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Med Quarter Ribbon Cutting: Pocket Park on 3rd & The MedQ Mile

9/20/2018

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The Med Q celebrated the completion of the pocket park, "MedQ Park on 3rd" (the park next to the gallery) and the MedQ Mile walking route. 

Cedar Rapids Mayor Hart, members of the Cedar Rapids Medical Self Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission, and other local officials were in attendance to speak about the park and future plans for the district. 

The MedQ Park on 3rd opened a new green space in the District. The park will provide a pedestrian and bike-friendly green space well-suited for yoga classes, musical events, food trucks, and additional programming. 

The MedQ Mile is a one-mile loop in the District well suited for pedestrians and people in wheelchairs. It promotes healthy activities for employees and visitors in the District. For more information on the MedQuarter or strategic initiatives throughout the District, visit www.themedq.com.
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Gallery News: April

4/28/2018

 
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Coming soon?
We apologize for any inconvenience construction is causing. The road isn't completely blocked off, and there is usually enough space around the cones to get into the parking lot. Thank you for your patronage and your understanding!

Soon-to-be green space....soon.
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Press: Full Service Gallery

3/14/2018

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The Gazette stopped in while gallery owner Suzy McGrane-Hop was giving a lecture on the nature of art as business to a private group. Click the button below to read the article.
Gazette: Full Service Gallery
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In the News and On the Air

1/5/2018

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Most recently, we sat down with Dennis Green from KCCK for an artist interview with Mary Zeran to give a preview to listeners about her upcoming Artist Talk: January 11th, 5:30-7pm. Her solo show A Rainbow Colored Dream! is currently on view and will be up until January 19th. 

To watch the recorded session of 'Really Flat Sculptures', CLICK HERE. 

Back in late October, we were surprised to find a news crew outside the gallery one busy Monday. Suzy had previously been approached to approximate a value of some artwork by a French artist from the late 18th Century, found at a thrift store. Turns out, they had some value- who new(s)!

To watch the clip, CLICK HERE
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