George Rickey Sculpture Exhibit To End

The 2011 Sculpture in the Streets exhibition featuring the late American kinetic sculptor George Rickey is nearing the end of its stay in downtown Albany. On March 26, the sculptures, some as large as 14 feet high and 22 feet wide, will be taken down and returned to The George Rickey Foundation in East Chatham. Titled “The Art of a Kinetic Sculptor,” Rickey’s work has been on display throughout downtown Albany since June 2011. Referred to as a pioneer in kinetic sculpture, Rickey’s pieces come to life with the slightest breeze, making him a unique figure in contemporary art. The current show in Albany is only the third time these sculptures have been exhibited together in North America.
In January 2012, Rickey’s son Philip Rickey presented an educational lecture about the artist’s journey as a sculptor at Capital Repertory Theatre. Additionally, thousands of individuals have come to Downtown Albany to see the Rickey sculptures since they were first installed in June 2011.
Reception To Close Rare U.S. Show
An informal closing reception for the George Rickey exhibit is being presented by longtime BID and Albany Center Gallery supporters Patrick, Jackie and Joann Ryan on Friday, March 23, from 4 to 6 pm at the Albany Center Gallery in Downtown Albany. The event is free and open to the public. Walking tour maps are available for the Sculpture in the Streets exhibit at area merchants, the Downtown Albany BID office at 40 North Pearl Street, Albany and online at downtownalbany.org.