The Center for Art, Culture, and History—Exeter (CACHE) will host a solo sculpture exhibition by Edward Brown Dobson titled "A Look Back," opening August 2025 with a reception on August 2. Dobson, a 90-year-old Exeter native, combines influences from Native American culture, Egyptian history, and his work with metal, bronze, and wood, shaped by his background as a U.S. Air Force helicopter pilot and his studies in archaeology, anthropology, and art.
This exhibition matters because it highlights the work of a local artist whose life story reflects a blend of military service, academic pursuit, and creative expression, while also showcasing CACHE's renewed mission to celebrate the art, culture, and history of California's heartland. It underscores the importance of community-based institutions in preserving and presenting regional artistic heritage.