Thursday, September 19, 7 – 9pm, Extrapolation and Influence: Tony Smith, a Panel Discussion
Seton Hall University, Beck Room of the Walsh Library, South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079

This panel discussion will explore how Smith’s architectural work informed his sculpture, and vice versa, and consider his influence on contemporary artists through processes, inspirations or ideals. Moderated by artist, educator and curator Tom McGlynn, the panelists include Joan Pachner, an art historian and independent Tony Smith scholar, and David Rifkind, a designer and Associate Professor College of Architecture + the Arts, Florida International University. Presented by LPMAF in collaboration with SHU and the Village of South Orange. > Learn More

Sunday, September 22, 2013, 1 – 6pm, Art Party in the Park 2
TAU sculpture site in Meadowland Park, South Orange, NJ 07079

This is South Orange’s second annual art “happening” honoring South Orange and Essex County native and world-renowned sculptor Tony Smith. The event will include displays and projects by local artists, galleries and arts organizations, with activities for children and adults. Art Party in the Park will take place rain or shine at the TAU sculpture site in Meadowland Park. Presented by the Lennie Pierro Memorial Arts Foundation and the Village of South Orange Department of Recreation and Cultural Affairs. > Learn More

Art Party in the Park 2 Call for Artists
Deadline: September 13, 2013

Artists and arts organizations from South Orange and beyond are invited to display in any medium—including painting, sculpture, performance, site-specific, and participatory work—in Meadowland park, South Orange, NJ 07079, on September 22, 2013. This is a non-juried, FREE event. Interested participants are encouraged to send images or descriptions to mail@pierrofoundation.org by September 13, 2013, to be included in the festivities. > Learn More

Sunday, September 23, 2012, 3 – 6pm, Art Party in the Park
A community celebration of local art and artists, celebrating the 100th Birthday of South Orange native Tony Smith.

August 3, 2012, New York Times
by Randy Kennedy

Project Enlists the Public to Document Outdoor Sculpture by Tony Smith

December 21, 2006, NEWS-RECORD of Maplewood and South Orange

Education Foundation Secures More Grants

February 23, 2006, NEWS-RECORD of Maplewood and South Orange

Letters to the Editor

November 23, 2005, NEWS-RECORD of Maplewood and South Orange

Letters to the Editor

November 6, 2003, NEWS-RECORD of Maplewood and South Orange

Sculptor to be Recognized in His Hometown

November 3, 2002, New York Times

South Orange Seeking to Honor Native Son

October 13, 1967, Time Magazine

Sculptor Tony Smith: Art Outgrows the Museum