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The Americans: Silver Gelatin Photographs by Marsha Burns

Date: Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Time: Tues.-Sat., 11am-5pm

Venue: Gallery C, Raleigh

Price: Free

Category: Arts

Marsha Burns transitioned from painting to photography in 1972, eventually developing intimate figure studies in her Seattle studio that treated subjects as formal elements alongside light and reflective surfaces. A pivotal 1984 trip to Berlin redirected her work toward exploring personal identity through appearance, a theme she carried through New York, Rome, Frankfurt, and rural Washington State. Her authentic, unstaged silver gelatin prints are now part of major museum collections worldwide, including MoMA, the Met, and the Smithsonian. Opening Reception: Friday, August 7, 6-8pm

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The Americans: Silver Gelatin Photographs by Marsha Burns

“Skip this one with toddlers; save it for a quiet date with your teenager.”

When
Today
Fri, Sep 11, 2026
Tues.-Sat., 11am-5pm
Where
Gallery C
Raleigh, NC
Ages
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Price
Free
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The Americans: Silver Gelatin Photographs by Marsha Burns is a solo exhibition of unstaged, intimate portrait photography by a globally recognized artist. Located at Gallery C in Raleigh, this exhibit is best suited for middle and high school students who are interested in art, photography, or history. Admission is entirely free, and the gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Street parking is available nearby, and you can easily pair this visit with a lunch downtown. This gallery stop is a smart weekend pick because it offers a calm, air-conditioned educational opportunity during the August heat. It is a quick, low-pressure way to expose your older kids to museum-quality art without a long drive or a costly admission fee.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages is this exhibit best for?
This quiet gallery setting and the mature themes of identity are best suited for teenagers and older children who can appreciate fine art photography.
Where is the gallery located and is there parking?
The exhibit is at Gallery C in Raleigh. Street parking is available along the surrounding blocks, but give yourself a few extra minutes to find a spot on busy days.

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The Americans: Silver Gelatin Photographs by Marsha Burns runs Fri, Sep 11, 2026, Tues.-Sat., 11am-5pm.

Getting There

Gallery C is at 540 N. Blount St., Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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