The Morris-Jumel Mansion will showcase “Faces & Façades,” a new exhibition by artist Andrea Arroyo, which celebrates women.
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In “Faces & Façades,” Arroyo finds inspiration in the women of Washington Heights who care for their families and neighbors with quiet determination. Their strength and resilience serve as the foundation of her work, which blends the organic shapes of the female body with the ornamental details of the local architecture—iron gates, arched doorways, and sculpted columns. The result is a series of intricate paintings that pay homage to the women who make the neighborhood what it is.
Arroto created many of the pieces in the exhibition on-site in Washington Heights, embracing improvisation as she worked, responding to her environment in real time. The artist’s process reflects her deep connection to the neighborhood, which allows her to engage with the community while crafting her art.
The exhibition will open with a reception at Morris-Jumel Mansion on Oct. 19 from 3–4:30 p.m., where Arroyo will share her thoughts about the works. The exhibition will run through March 23, 2025. Arroyo is an internationally recognized artist whose work spans painting, sculpture, and public art. Her pieces are housed in collections including the Smithsonian Institution and the Library of Congress, and she has been featured in theBuilt in 1765, Morris-Jumel Mansion is Manhattan’s oldest surviving residence and a historic landmark. The museum hosts exhibitions and programs that connect the past with the present, offering visitors a chance to engage with New York City’s history.
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