Artist in Residence Gallery & Studio Opens at Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel

The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel (www.marriott.com/lnkfs), majority owned and managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts, successfully unveiled its Artist-in-Residence studio and gallery with support of Lincoln’s mayor, the Lincoln Art Council, the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and the first artist in residence, Margaret Berry, on June 10. The Cornhusker hotel hosted the event outside the new gallery space, located on the main floor of the hotel’s office plaza.

The art studio is designed to provide Lincoln travelers and guests with a memorable, unique experience by interacting with the artist and her work, while also providing support to Lincoln’s local art community. Many city leaders attended the event, including elected officials, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce ambassadors and members of the City Council. Attendees heard speeches from Lincoln Mayor Chris Beutler, Deb Weber, director of the Lincoln Arts Council, Susan Madsen, general manager and resident artist Margaret Berry, followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony. Guests were treated to food and beverages from the hotel’s award-winning culinary team while viewing the new space and artwork of its resident artist.

Margaret resides on property throughout the week, creating work, interacting with guests and offering hands-on workshop experiences for visitors wanting to experience the process themselves. Her weekly studio hours are posted to her website, www.margaretberryart.com. The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel is located at 333 South 13th Street in Lincoln, NE. For more information or to reserve accommodations, please call (800) 228-9290 or visit www.marriott.com/lnkfs.