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Quilt,
about 1860
Cotton, cotton appliqué, wool embroidery
Made by Virginia Mason Ivey (American, working in Logan
County, Kentucky, born 1828)
Purchased for the Museum through the efforts of the Kentucky
Quilt Project, Shelly Zegart, Eleanor Bingham Miller and
Jonathan Holstein, and through the generosity of the Bingham
Enterprises Foundation of Kentucky, Incorporated and several
anonymous Donors |
Whether you
are a seasoned collector or simply have an interest in the history
of design, membership in the Decorative Arts Collectors offers
a unique opportunity: the chance to become an informed connoisseur
of furniture, metalwork, ceramics, glass, and textiles while also
making a lasting contribution to the Speed’s outstanding
decorative arts collection.
The Decorative
Arts Collectors’ activities and acquisitions span a wide
range of time periods and materials. The group explores everything
from French porcelains to Kentucky quilts to the designs of Frank
Lloyd Wright as well as all points in between.
While the
focus is on North America and Europe, the group also makes occasional
forays into the arts of Asia and other regions. This balanced
approach ensures an exciting, diverse program of events designed
to appeal to a wide range of interests. Regardless of the subject,
every event will sharpen the eye and provide unique insights into
the history of the decorative arts.
Members of
the Decorative Arts Collectors enjoy the following benefits:
- Exclusive
voting rights on the acquisition of fine decorative arts for
the Speed’s permanent collection.
- Access
to distinctive domestic and international trips that combine
visits to museums, architectural sites, galleries, private collections,
and artists’ studios.
- Invitations
to special presentations by curators, conservators, and other
experts.
- Invitation
to the annual members’ reception.
Decorative
Arts Collectors membership categories include:
Vase,
1897–1900
Soft paste porcelain and patinated bronze
Designed by Otto Eckmann (German, 1865–1902)
Purchased with funds from the Alice Speed Stoll Accessions
Trust |
Curator’s
Circle:
Dual
membership $1,500
- Four
votes towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
- Preferential
sign-up for trips.
- Private
previews of potential acquisitions.
- Opportunities
to attend and host events for visiting speakers.
- Access
to other select events.
Single
membership $1,400
- Two
votes towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
- Preferential
sign-up for trips.
- Private
previews of potential acquisitions.
- Opportunities
to attend and host events for visiting speakers.
- Access
to other select events.
Regular
Memberships:
Dual
membership $850
- Two
votes towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
Single
membership $750
- One
vote towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
Special
Discounts for Members under 40:
Dual
membership $550
- Two
votes towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
Single
membership $450
- One
vote towards potential acquisitions.
- Participation
in all programs.
Special
Discounts for Those in the Design and Antiques Professions:
Dual
membership $350
- Two
votes towards potential acquisitions
- Participation
in all programs
Single
membership $250
- One
vote towards potential acquisitions
- Participation
in all programs
Your donation,
less $80 per person attending the annual reception, is tax deductible.
If you have
any questions or would like to join, please call (502) 634-2700
or e-mail info@speedmuseum.org.
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