![]() ![]() Jackie always found time to help many others along the way. She remained a docent and became a member of our Events Committee and the Maridon Board of Trustees. A friend of our Founder, Mary Hulton Phillips, Jackie came on board as a member of the team of docents Mary recruited to greet and guide our visitors for the opening of the museum in 2004. “Jackie” was one of those rare volunteers who became a significant member of our Maridon Family. Please stop in to see this beautiful display in our side gallery! Third Shelf: Traditional Japanese dolls representing an Actor in the role of an Old Woman, and an Actor in Confucian Chinese garb. Second Shelf: Traditional Japanese doll representing a Noh theater Lion character, possibly from the production, Shakko, where the lion plays with gorgeous, fragrant peonies and dances a lion dance. Top Shelf: Traditional Japanese doll representing the famous Kabuki theater character, “The White Lion.” Noh uses masks, costumes, and various props in a dance-based performance. It was generally performed for the elite aristocratic class. Noh theater, originating in the 14 th century, is a spiritual drama, combining symbolism from Buddhism and Shinto and focusing on tales with mythic significance. It takes several different forms, each a highly formalized method of storytelling with rich history and meaning. Traditional Japanese theater is highly unique to Japan. Ningyo, both entertaining in and of themselves and commemorative of various theatrical traditions, have been a part of Japanese culture for many centuries. This exhibit showcases the rich traditions of Ningyo and the theater. The Hina Matsuri Ningyo associated with Girl’s Day and the warrior forms associated with Boy’s Day have been showcased at the museum. Japanese dolls serve many different purposes from ritual functions to starring in theatrical dioramas and public performances. In Japan, Ningyo, means “human shaped,” and specifically refers to traditional Japanese dolls. It proved to be a culturally enriching day! Watch for more fun and excitement planned for this summer! You can visit the Butler Cultural District website at for up-to-date information. We thank the Butler County Symphony musicians and all those who participated in this First Saturday event. The Maridon Museum is proud to support the Butler Cultural District. Participants were also able to design wearable art at the Public Library, enjoy Robin’s Home Food Truck & Rock Fest, and meet the author of “Rediscovering Your Story: Grace and Gratitude on the Path of Recovery” at Succeed. ![]() Other opportunities for participants included the grand opening of Forever Kindred, art showcased by Gallery 422 on Main, handwriting analysis at Cummings Coffee by Paul Dao, and musical melodies on Main by Need for Reeds. Visitors listened to the beautiful sounds of the flute (Cassandra Eisenreich), violin (Christie Kecskemethy and Sasha Shapiro), and bassoon (Christina Savannah) echoing throughout the museum while enjoying a sweet treat! There were happenings in various locations within the cultural district to include, The Butler County Symphony musicians playing inside The Maridon Museum. The Butler Cultural District kicked off its First Saturday event on June 3, 2023, in downtown Butler, PA. ![]()
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