Jenny Polanco´s new collection of jewellery was presented at the Maison de l’Amérique Latine, from April 3 to April 27, 2013, with a Dominican contemporary art exhibition. The event was coordinated by Mrs. Sonia Villanueva de Brouwer, Consul of the Principality of Monaco in our country and art critic Marianne de Tolentino. The Maison de l’Amérique Latine (Latin American House […]
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Meet “Margarito”, the donkey of Altos de Chavón
When talking about Altos de Chavón it is impossible not to think of Margarito – the village’s longest enduring occupant, wandering it’s cobbled streets for more than 26 years! He has become an integral part of Altos de Chavón, a replica of a 16th century Mediterranean village and an ambassador of Dominican art and culture. Margarito, the […]
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Program of events in Altos de Chavón this June!
The party continues in Altos de Chavón! Just a few days ago ended the excellent and unforgettable Festival de Primavera, which we enjoyed with many spectacular activities, and now we bring you the list of new activities and performances that will take place in this “city of artists” throughout the month of June! Concerts, theme nights, bar […]
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Famous visual artist Kehinde Wiley visits Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design
Two weeks before the close of classes, at the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design, they had a very special visit. It was the famous American artist Kehinde Wiley, who having heard about Chavón’s school decided to visit them for a full day! Kehinde Wiley is an extraordinary painter currently very important on the […]
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It’s turtle nesting season in the Dominican Republic and Casa de Campo!
March to November in the Dominican Republic is turtle nesting season – which means right now on the Dominican Republic’s many beaches; Hawksbill turtles, Green turtles and Leatherback turtles are laying their eggs – some even right here on Minitas Beach and on nearby Saona Island!
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“Pop Rock International” at Onno’s Bar – this Sunday the 9th of June!
If you like Enrique Iglesias, Marc Anthony, Ricky Martin, Pink, Lionel Richie, Savage Garden, Shania Twain, David Guetta, Tina Turner, Celine Dion or Alizée – then you need to be at Onno’s Bar this Sunday June 9th! From 8pm onwards this Sunday June 9th Onno’s Bar in Altos de Chavón will celebrate the “Pop Rock International” […]
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Marina Casa de Campo Movies and Times: June 6th – June 12th!
This week the Marina Casa de Campo bring us one new movie “A Royal Affair” . Still playing are “Epic” ,“Fast & Furious 6”and “Gatsby” A Royal Affair [view trailer, view review] A young queen, who is married to an insane king, falls secretly in love with her physician – and together they start a revolution that changes a nation forever. […]
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Ceramics Classes available at the Altos de Chavón Art Studios by Emilio Robba
Have you ever wanted to make a beautiful vase? Well now you can! At the Altos de Chavón Art Studios by Emilio Robba have pottery classes for the whole family! Learn the techniques to make decorative items for the house, as well as carving with one-hour classes on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5pm to […]
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Fundacion MIR now selling all ticket categories for the Arjona concert!
Good news friends! Fundacion MIR is now selling all ticket categories for the Ricardo Arjona concert- this Saturday the 8th of June at the Altos de Chavón Amphitheater, and Fundación MIR will receive 10% and 20% of tickets sold to benefit their educational programs and 3 schools in La Romana. First, the concert organizer George Nader has […]
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The incredible story of sculptor Mark Lineweaver
The artist Mark Lineweaver, who is also a teacher at the Altos de Chavón School of Art and Design has 19 years teaching sculpture, drawing and 3 dimensional design to the students. Mark, who considers himself as a sculptor, who delves into painting, here he shares with us his story as an artist and his experiences […]
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A didactic concert with the Dominican Wind Orchestra in Altos de Chavón!
On Sunday May 26th, the Dominican Wind Orchestra closed the Festival de Primavera with a very original concert outside the St. Stanislaus Church in Altos de Chavón, where the Casa de Campo community – amongst them many children- spent a great night, not only listening to incredible music but also interacting with the band. The […]