Echoes of Ornamentation Program at Brinton Museum

Tomorrow evening, May 13, The Brinton Museum will present Echoes of Ornamentation: Wyoming Baroque & Jim Jackson from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This program will explore the shared language of ornament and embellishment across visual art and music.

Inspired by the exhibition James F. Jackson: Legacy in Art and Leather, the program brings together Wyoming artist Jim Jackson and Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, Music Director of Wyoming Baroque, for a multidisciplinary conversation examining how ornament functions as both structure and expression.

During the program, Jackson will speak about his lifelong engagement with leather tooling, design, and ornamentation, accompanied by projected images of selected works. Dr. Bergman will offer insight into ornamentation within the Baroque musical tradition, exploring how embellishment shapes both the structure and emotional character of early music.

The evening will culminate in a live performance by the Wyoming Baroque ensemble, creating a dialogue between visual and musical traditions and highlighting shared principles of pattern, rhythm, and expressive detail.

“Ornament is often seen as decorative, but in both visual art and music it plays a central role in how meaning is constructed,” said Jochen Wierich Curatorial Director. “This program offers a unique opportunity to explore those connections across disciplines.”

Echoes of Ornamentation is presented as part of The Brinton Museum’s 2026 season and complements the exhibition James F. Jackson: Legacy in Art and Leather, currently on view.

Tickets are required for this event. Additional information and ticket availability can be found at thebrintonmuseum.org.

The exhibition, James F. Jackson: Legacy in Art and Leather, is supported by: Bozeman Trail Gallery, Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, Wyoming Arts Council, The Tucker Foundation, The Edwin T. Meredith Foundation, Steerhead Ranch, Dan & Kathy Riggs, Jerry Berger and Mike & Lory Stabolepszy

The Brinton Museum, located on the historic Quarter Circle A Ranch in Big Horn, Wyoming, presents exhibitions and programs exploring the art, history, and cultures of the American West. Its collections include Fine Art, American Indian Art, and historic objects, offering visitors a unique connection to the region’s cultural landscape. Admission is free, thanks to the generous support of our community.