49 Oak

About

49 Oak front windows with vinyl reading "Be our Valentine?" looking into a pop-up shop full of Valentine's Day cards.

Be Our Valentine

Pop-up by the Illustration Department, 2023

Photography by Annabelle Collette

As a flexible, experimental space, 49 Oak presents student work and hosts activities tied to classroom projects, from popup shops to exhibitions. Administered by Artists at Work with faculty support, students learn how to curate, install, promote, document, sell, and staff exhibitions. During summer months, programming focuses on work created by the College’s alumni network.

Current & Upcoming

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Roenick Goldman '25, Trail of Touch, clay, glaze, pre-fired glaze drops, 2024

Double Feature: Body / Bloom

February 3 - March 7, 2025

Double Feature: Body Bloom features a diverse range of ceramic works from nine MECA&D seniors, including functional and sculptural pieces, reflecting each graduating senior's unique artistic voices and perspectives. Visitors can expect to see innovative explorations of form, function, and materiality, showcasing the depth and breadth of ceramic art. The Spring Senior Ceramics Exhibition is a testament to the dedication and talent of MECA&D's graduating seniors and provides a valuable opportunity for the public to experience the vibrant and dynamic field of contemporary ceramics from emerging artists.

Projects at 49 Oak