Six original works by the late Springfield artist Lillian Scalzo are being displayed in LLCC’s Library.  These pieces are among 18 items recently donated to the collection at the Trutter Museum and include paintings, copper enameled items among others.

In 1929, Miss Scalzo was involved in the development the art department at Springfield Junior College (later SCI and Benedictine) and was instrumental in the establishment and growth of the Springfield Art Association where she came to know the late Phil and Kitty Trutter.

The display coincides with the opening of a new exhibit at the Trutter Museum which opens this Friday, with a public reception from 5 to 7 p.m.  LLCC students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend.

The museum is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or anytime by appointment.  For more information, call 6-2217 or click here.