Distributed by KVIE public television, Unexpected Legends: Arneson, Eggheads and Arts at UC Davis tells the surprising tale of the UC Davis art department from its founders to its inheritors.
Now extended through June 30! Acclaimed artist and sculptor Deborah Butterfield (’71, M.F.A. ’73) studied with Robert Arneson. See several of his works in the “Kindred Spirits” gallery adjacent to her career-spanning exhibition, and spot the special cameo in the Poetry Lounge.
At the beginning of the Year of the Eggheads, MFA student Trevor Bashaw read aloud his commemorative poem called "egghead ballad." You too can enjoy this poem whenever you want. (See link below.)
Make a pilgrimage to the famous TB9 building on campus. So many famous artists passed through these hallowed doors. It’s even on the National Register of Historic Places.
In addition to the Eggheads, Robert Arneson has an array of other art and books on display throughout the library. He was incredibly prolific. See for yourself.
Here's another reason to get your Egghead on at the Museum Collection Pop-Up Shop: spend $100 or more to receive a free pair of Eggheads sunglasses (while supplies last.)
To go for an Egghead Art Walk on the UC Davis campus, download the Egghead Art And Merch Finder map (or drop by the Manetti Shrem Museum on campus to pick up a copy).
In celebration of the Eggheads’ 30th anniversary, the Manetti Shrem Museum is offering walking tours of the iconic sculptures at 1 and 3 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in May. Registration is limited to 20 people per tour with on-site signup beginning at 12:30 p.m.
Now extended through June 30! Did you ever wonder where the Eggheads came from? Visit this special lobby display showcasing early models of Robert Arneson’s iconic sculptures. Most of these models, known as maquettes, have never been shown before. Curated by Ginny Duncan.
Give Day features a $20,000 challenge gift for the Manetti Shrem Arts Conservation Fund, with funds used to preserve and recover public art installations on campus, including the Eggheads.
The first three Egghead collector cups are now completely sold out, but when Spokes reopens June 24, there will still be time to get yours. Don't wait for FOMO to set in!