open tonight at the ACE Building on Woodbourne Avenue in Hamilton.

The exhibition series has been established as part of the Foundation's philanthropic support of the Bermuda community and the first exhibit will feature the art of Bermudian artist Elizabeth Mulderig.

It will open with a private reception tonight with Ms Mulderig's work on display in the ground floor atrium of the ACE Building.

The second exhibition, which will begin next year, will feature American artist Jennifer Bartlett who will show a selection of pastels she has made during her visits to Bermuda during the past two years.

ACE Limited's Chief Administrative Officer and Ace Foundation Trustee, Keith White, said ACE's support of the arts is a key aspect of the activities undertaken by the Foundation.

"The ACE Foundation has budgeted support for a variety of charitable initiatives in Bermuda that span culture, sport, health and education,'' Mr.

White said.

The first exhibition will open for public viewing on weekdays between 9 a.m.

and 5 p.m. between November 15 and December 30.