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Mason General Hospital Arts Commission
Bronza
Statue Donation
 Kimberley
T., a larger-than-life-bronze statue that once graced Highway
101 at the original The Bronze Works near Taylor Towne, has
now found a permanent home on the grounds of the northwest
side of Mason General Hospital. The ballerina sculpture was
donated by Norma A. Taylor, former owner of “The Bronze
Works” and founding member of the MGH Foundation’s
Arts Commission. Sculptor, Brenda Maltz created this fitting
sculpture. The new aggregate pedestal and installation of the
bronze piece were donated by Frank and Marie Bishop in memory
of their late son, Ernest Bishop.
The 800-pound sculpture was refurbished by The Bronze Works
in Tacoma and was placed on its permanent location with the
use of a fork lift from Taylor Shellfish Farms. To preserve
the grass at MGH, a “track” leading to the pedestal
was built of plywood, donated by Olympic Panel. The MGHF
Arts Commission oversaw the project which now adds to the
collection of artwork at MGH.
The Bishops are
shown here with their son, Brett, (far left) handing a
generous check to pay for the installation to Don Wilson,
hospital commissioner.
Art Aids in Healing
Inspired by the idea that art can contribute
to a patient's healing, the Mason General Hospital Arts Commission
launched a comprehensive art acquisition program in 1992. This
twelve-member board meets monthly. The Arts Commission is part
of the Mason General Hospital Foundation.
The MGH Arts Commission juried acquisitions
include: donated art, purchased art and loaned art.
 Donation
Increases Arts Collection
Gene and Mona Carlson donated
to the Mason General Hospital Foundation Arts Commission six
original oils by their late friend, Lynn Winans, a noted San
Diego artist; and one print by Olaf Wieghorst, a well-known
western artist.
The Carlsons retired to Mason
County, residing at Alderbrook Country Club until a couple
of years ago, when they moved to the Alpine Way Retirement
Apartments. As lovers and collectors of art, they accumulated
more pieces than they had room for in their new home. In
lieu of selling the artwork piece-by-piece for private collections,
they chose to donate pieces to the MGHF Arts Commission
for the benefit of many: patients, staff, and visitors.
The MGH Arts Commission was
formed in 1992. Its mission is to aid in the promotion
of health and healing at Mason General Hospital, through
integrating quality art in the hospital environments. Its
charge is the acquisition of art to aid in the healing of patients,
and for the enjoyment of all who come to Mason General Hospital. Although
the Commission has purchased some pieces, both sculptures and
framed paintings, the majority of the hospital collection has
come from donors. Anyone interested in donating art should
contact the Arts Commission through the MGH Development office
at (360) 427-3623 (from Belfair, 360-275-8614).
L ooking
Forward
It is the long-range goal of the Arts Commission
to acquire healing art for all of the public areas of MGH and
the North Mason Medical Clinic.
A Healing Philosophy
We believe that art contributes to healing.
Healing is accomplished when the needs of the spirit, as well
was the body, are addressed. Art serves as a connection to
society as a whole. Some art pieces are permanently placed, including
sculptures, and an etched glass room divider, but most are
periodically rotated throughout the hospital. The commission
also provides seasonal art displays, supports the Peninsula
Art Association exhibit and engages in fundraising activities. |
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MGH
Visiting Hours
8:00am to 8:30pm
Telephone
Shelton:
360-426-1611
Belfair:
360-275-8614
Location
901 Mtn. View Dr
Shelton WA 98584
Postal address
PO BOX 1668
Shelton WA 98584
Oakland
Bay Pediatrics
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00am to 5:00pm
Telephone
360-426-3102
North
Mason Medical Clinic
Clinic
Hours
Monday -Friday
8:30am to 5:30pm
Saturday
9:00am to 5:00pm
Physician on call 24/7
Telephone
Belfair:
360-275-4084
Shelton:
360-426-8405
Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Mason General
Hospital Arts Commission to aid in the promotion of health and
healing at Mason General Hospital and North Mason Medical Clinic
through integrating quality art into the hospital and clinic
environment.
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