Art Study Center Seminar: A Closer Look at the Forbes Pigment Collection
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Harvard Art Museums
Free
Join Alison Cariens for an exploration of the history of the pigments in our famed Forbes Pigment Collection.
Sign-up Information
- Ages: Adults.
Children age 14 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
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Registration required
- Registration dates
Tuesday, January 6 – Friday, January 16
Free admission, but registration is required. You can register by clicking on the event on this form, beginning on Tuesday, January 6.
Cost
This Event is free!
Free admission, but registration is required.
Location
- In-person only.
Harvard Art Museums
32 Quincy
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Dates and Times
Friday, January 16 11AM – 12PM
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the program to allow sufficient time to sign in at the Art Study Center reception desk (Level 4), and be prepared to present a photo ID. Late seating is not permitted
Additional information
Join conservation coordinator Alison Cariens for a closer look at pigments in our famed Forbes Pigment Collection. We’ll discuss the history of the collection, the function of the materials within our conservation labs, and the significance of the collection as a “library of color.” Together, we will also delve into the story behind each featured pigment and discuss how each lends a unique window into the history of human creativity.
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Last updated January 5, 2026.
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