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Galleries of Guitars

Tim Van Schmidt

‘Medieval to Metal’ at the Loveland Museum Photo by Tim Van Schmidt

Recommended: Galleries of Guitars

The touring exhibition of the National Guitar Museum, “Medieval to Metal, The Art & Evolution of the Guitar”, recently shown at the Loveland Museum, was a huge opportunity for area guitar fans to get their fill.

Dozens of guitars were on display, augmented by color art, super informative placards as well as a gallery of black and white rock star photos – all with famous guitars in their hands. Even one of the most used “instruments” in the world – the “air guitar” – got its due.

I was just delighted with seeing the artistry going into famous guitars like a Gibson Les Paul as well as finely crafted guitar precursors.

Concurrently, the Green Room at the Loveland Museum hosted “Colorado Custom”, a display honoring regional luthiers. Together, these exhibits just rocked.

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Fender Telecaster in National Guitar Museum exhibit Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Guitars of all kinds in Loveland Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Oldest stringed instrument- oud Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
South American charango- made with armadillo shell Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Gibson Les Paul ‘Recording’ Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Gibson SG signed by Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Air guitar gets its due Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Godwin Guitar Organ Photo by Tim Van Schmidt
Colorado Custom- cigar box guitar
Colorado Custom- Cool amplifiers Photo by Tim Van Schmidt