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SUMMARY:Katrina\, Then and Now : 20 Year Commemoration - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:An art exhibition with community contributions.\nThe anniversary date of Hurricane Katrina always brings with it a storm of emotions. While many people state they would rather forget it happened\, it remains a defining moment in our city’s and our state’s history. Slidell was the Louisiana city hardest-hit by Katrina\, with a direct hit that left 40% of the city underwater\, plus 95% of homes and businesses damaged or destroyed.\nTo commemorate the milestone 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina\, Northshore Cultural Economy Coalition presents “Katrina\, Then and Now: a 20-Year Community Commemorative Exhibition\,” to be hosted by the City of Slidell in the George Dunbar Gallery in City Hall\, with an opening reception on Friday\, August 29 from 6 to 8 pm. Admission is free.\nExhibition opening night Friday\, Aug. 29\, 6 to 8 pmSpecial hours Saturday Aug. 30\, 2 to 4 pmRegular gallery hours Monday – Thursday\, 10 am to 2 pm by appointment – call (985) 646-4375Closing date Friday\, Sept 26\, 3 to 6 pmFree admission.\n“Katrina\, Then and Now” is much more than an art exhibition. It’s an opportunity for the community to share their photos and stories\, to be archived in the Slidell for future generations.\nThe exhibition will include artistic photos of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina (then\,) plus new shots from the present day showing those same locations in present time (now.) The event is designed to acknowledge how far the community has come from what seemed like an insurmountable natural disaster\, while also being respectful and mindful that Katrina still has lasting impact on those who experienced the wrath of the storm and the aftermath\, many of whom lost everything.\nMembers of the community and those who visited are invited to submit their own photos. This includes\, but is not limited to\, “then and now” images for inclusion in a video montage of past and present to be presented during the exhibition.\nThe public is also encouraged to share their Katrina photos and stories on the “Discussion” tab of this event Facebook page to help create a digital archive of the storm.\nThe event also provides an opportunity for those who experienced Katrina and its aftermath\, including how they were personally impacted. Also included in the exhibition will be artifacts documenting recovery efforts\, uplifting stories and media coverage. We are hopeful that those who share the stories\, and those who read them\, will find a bit of catharsis in the process.\n“Katrina: Then and Now” will complement the Spirit of Louisiana Katrina 20th commemorative events to be held on Saturday\, August 30\, presented by the Krewe of Black & Gold\, Northshore CEC and the City of Slidell. The gallery will be open from 2 to 4 pm\, and commemorative events will begin at 4 pm with a community gathering in the Slidell Municipal Auditorium.\nFounded in 2009\, the mission of the Northshore Cultural Economy Coalition is to facilitate growth\, development and increased awareness of the cultural economy and its impact by focusing on coalition building\, public policy\, business support\, outreach\, advocacy and arts education. To learn more about the CEC and this event\, visit https://northshorecec.org.
URL:http://myslidell.com/event/katrina-then-and-now-20-year-commemoration-opening-reception/
LOCATION:George Dunbar Gallery in Slidell City Hall\, 2055 Second Street\, Slidell\, LA\, 70461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Slidell Cultural Center
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