April 7 - September 17, 2017 This exhibition examines the rich and diverse history of painting in New England by showcasing the work of regionally based women abstract painters who have made significant contributions to the field. Spanning from the 1950s to the present day, the works on view expand traditions of abstract painting and are a testament to the artists’ unflagging productivity and unprecedented creative innovation. Drawn primarily from deCordova’s permanent collection, the show features works by Natalie Alper,…