Chillicothe's Pump House Center for the Arts will unveil its newest exhibit that will be on display until mid-November, this week.
The opening reception for "Ted W. Fickisen: A Retrospective Exhibition" will take place on Thursday, November 2nd from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Pump House. The exhibit will then run through November 12th.
Best known for his pen & ink illustrations of local historical landmarks, Ted W. Fickisen will be exhibiting some of his early artwork. Ted’s works are included in corporate and private collections throughout the U.S. and the world. Over 500 pieces of his work have been presented to dignitaries from around the globe. He has exhibited in more than 45 shows, produced eleven one-man exhibitions including the House of Culture in Cordoba, Mexico. He is a Cum Laude graduate of the Ohio University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree.
Ted was also instrumental in saving the Pump House from destruction 25 years ago, turning his dream of an art gallery into a reality with the help of several dedicated community members.