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SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Visceral Cartography by Dan Mills
DESCRIPTION:“No. 6: Colonizing in North and Central America Since 1400 (detail)” painting by Dan Mills\n  \nJoin us for the opening reception of Visceral Cartography: Projects on Colonialism\, Conflict\, and Culture by Dan Mills at the Osher Map Library Gallery from 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. on Tuesday\, Sept. 15th\, 2026. The event is free and open to the public\, light refreshments will be served. \nVisceral Cartography: Projects on Colonialism\, Conflict\, and Culture by Dan Mills is a solo exhibition featuring artwork selected from 11 series\, or Research Projects\, plus several early works; by the artist. Dan Mills works with archival materials to express historical events and reimagined narratives\, collaging elements from maps onto board and other materials\, layering many colors of paint and other media on top. He selectively reworks portions of each piece to expose overpainted layers and information. Mills’ extensive research practice informs the visualization of each series\, which often explore place-based histories and narratives that are absent from or undermined by mainstream media. \nThe exhibition runs until December 23. Public gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, and most Saturdays\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome\, although appointments are encouraged. Visit www.oshermaps.org/visit (opens in a new tab) to book your gallery appointment. \nWhat: Opening reception for Visceral Cartography: Projects on Colonialism\, Conflict\, and Culture by Dan Mills\nWhen: Tuesday September 15\, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.\nWhere: Osher Map Library & Smith Cartographic Education Center Gallery\, 314 Forest Avenue\, Portland (located inside the Glickman Family Library building\, on the first floor)\nCost: Free \nParking and Public Transport:\nParking on the University of Southern Maine (USM) Portland campus is available for $4.15 per hour in Garages 1 and 2. Please visit the USM digital parking interface (opens in a new tab) to reserve your parking ahead of time. Greater Portland Metro (opens in a new tab) bus lines #4 and the Husky line pickup and drop-off about a four-minute walk from the entrance of the Glickman Family Library. One-way rides on the Greater Portland Metro bus are $2.25 each way.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/opening-reception-visceral-cartography-by-dan-mills/
LOCATION:Osher Map Library — Glickman Family Library\, 314 Forest Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Artist Lecture: Dan Mills
DESCRIPTION:Artist Dan Mills pictured in his studio.\n  \nJoin us for a public Artist Lecture with Dan Mills\, creator of the Visceral Cartography: Projects on Colonialism\, Conflict\, and Culture exhibit on view at the Osher Map Library Gallery starting September 15. The lecture takes place on Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026 with a reception from 5 – 5:30 p.m. and a lecture to follow. This event is free and open to the public\, light refreshments will be served. RSVPs are appreciated.  \nVisceral Cartography: Projects on Colonialism\, Conflict\, and Culture by Dan Mills is a solo exhibition featuring artwork selected from 11 series\, or Research Projects\, plus several early works; by the artist. Dan Mills works with archival materials to express historical events and reimagined narratives\, collaging elements from maps onto board and other materials\, layering many colors of paint and other media on top. He selectively reworks portions of each piece to expose overpainted layers and information. Mills’ extensive research practice informs the visualization of each series\, which often explore place-based histories and narratives that are absent from or undermined by mainstream media. \nThe exhibition runs until December 23. Public gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday\, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, and most Saturdays\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome\, although appointments are encouraged. Visit www.oshermaps.org/visit (opens in a new tab) to book your gallery appointment. \nWhat: Artist Lecture with Dan Mills\nWhen: Tuesday October 20\, 2026\, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.\nWhere: University Events Room \, 314 Forest Avenue\, Portland (located inside the Glickman Family Library on the 7th floor)\nCost: Free \nParking and Public Transport:\nParking on the University of Southern Maine (USM) Portland campus is available for $4.15 per hour in Garages 1 and 2. Please visit the USM digital parking interface (opens in a new tab) to reserve your parking ahead of time. Greater Portland Metro (open in a new tab) bus lines #4 and the Husky line pickup and drop-off about a four-minute walk from the entrance of the Glickman Family Library. One-way rides on the Greater Portland Metro bus are $2.25 each way.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/artist-lecture-dan-mills/
LOCATION:University Events Room\, 7th floor — Glickman Library\, 314 Forest Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Lecture or panel discussion,Visual and performing arts
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