You may never have given those funny paint ed statues much thought but the history of nutcrackers involves the develo pment of tools from the Stone Age to the Industrial Age. Their story encom passes the political changes of Communist-era Germany\, a Russian ballet a nd American G.I.s. These are all elements in the history of the charming\, colorful creations we enjoy today. Our look at nutcrackers will include a nod to other traditional Christmas decorations such as pyramids and &lsqu o\;smokers&rsquo\; that have developed along with them.
\nThis progr am will be led by art historian Mary Woodward\, who serves as a guide at s everal Historic New England properties. She previously served as Public Pr ograms Coordinator and Educator at the Concord Museum. Woodward has a B.A. in Art History from Furman University and a M.A. in Art History from Emor y University. She has 40+ years of experience in museums of all shapes and sizes\, from the comprehensive collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art to the one-room log cabin birthplace of President James K. Polk. \;
\nThis program is in collaboration with Tewksbury Public Library. \;
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