Sept. 16, 2024
2024 Holiday Stamp special dedication
What:
The United States Postal Service and Newfields will host a special dedication stamp event for the Madonna and Child holiday stamp.
Who:
Indiana First Lady Janet Holcomb
USPS Indiana District Manager Christi Johnson-Kennedy
Indianapolis Postmaster Keith Blane
Linn’s Stamp News Editor Jay Bigalke
Melvin & Bren Simon Director of the Indianapolis Museum of Art Belinda Tate
Clowes Conservator of Paintings Roxy Sperber
Curatorial Assistant Sadie Arft
When:
Tuesday, Sept. 17
11:15 a.m.
Where:
Newfields
Pulliam Family Great Hall and Golden Gallery entrance
4000 Michigan Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
Details:
The Madonna and Child stamp has been a beloved part of the Postal Service’s holiday stamp offerings for decades, featuring iconic images of the Virgin Mary and Child from various artistic traditions. This year’s design continues that tradition, offering a beautiful representation of this timeless theme.
The 2024 USPS Christmas stamp features the painting, Madonna and Child, from the Workshop of Sassoferrato (Italian, 1609-1685) from the Indianapolis Museum of Art’s permanent collection. William Gicker was the stamp art director and Greg Breeding designed the stamp, which will be sold in booklets of 20.
The event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP at - www.discovernewfields.org/stamp-unveiling-2024.
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