I recently learned that East Lansing’s very own Saper Galleries was recognized among the top art galleries across the United States for its 2008 exhibition “The Art of Dr. Seuss”.
The local art gallery and frame shop was honored with the 2009 Gallery Excellence Award for Best Gallery Event by Art Business News, a national business publication serving the fine-art market. Judged by a panel of industry experts, Saper’s Seuss exhibit literally “stole the show” for Best Gallery Event, according to a press release issued by Art Business News earlier this summer.
About the Seuss Show
“The Art of Dr. Seuss” exhibit brought an estimated 20,000 visitors through Saper’s doors to learn about the life and art of Dr. Seuss – author-painter Ted Geisel. From “The Cat in the Hat” to “The Lorax,” “Horton Hears a Who” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the artwork displayed in the gallery space presented a story of Geisel’s life, enlightening exhibit goers of the importance and relevance of his groundbreaking work. The exhibit included, in addition to framed pieces of Seuss art, a timeline of Geisel’s life, an educational video and more.
Congratulations are in Order
Congratulations are in order for Roy Saper and the whole crew at Saper Galleries. The local gallery has infused art and culture into the lives of East Lansing community members and downtown visitors for more than 30 years.
Needless to say, the gallery and all the faces behind the gallery should be commended for not only this most recent honor, but for the countless other national and local awards and recognitions it has garnered throughout its years in existence.