Cane River Creole National Historical Park Hosts Student Art Exhibition
January 12 - March 2, 2025
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Contact: Barbara Justice, 318-663-7299
Contact: Jennifer Marsh, 614-561-9057
Cane River Creole National Historical Park (CARI), in partnership with the International Fiber Collaborative (IFC), announces a student art exhibition themed, Art Inspired by the Civil Rights Movement. The artwork depicts historical moments, activists, and movements that have shaped civil rights.“We are very pleased to host this student art exhibition in the historic Texas & Pacific Railway Depot which was an important part of the story of civil rights” commented Barbara Justice, CARI Interpretation Manager. “We are extremely proud of the works created by these talented students of all ages and invite everyone to come and enjoy the art,” Justice continued.
The exhibit features many different mediums of varying compositions completed by 866 student artists representing 19 schools from across the United States. The art exhibit is on display at the depot now through Sunday, March 2, 2025. Visitors to the depot, which is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 am to 3:30 pm, will be able to vote for their favorite pieces until March 1. Best in Show will be announced on March 2. The Texas & Pacific Railway Depot is located at 1927 Remembrance Way, Natchitoches, LA 71457.
The International Fiber Collaborative (IFC) was founded in 2008 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. They develop and promote community programs that create collaborative opportunities in art and civic engagement that link learning and creativity in the arts to science, math, engineering, and the humanities. Public programming has been a catalyst for creativity in health care facilities, libraries, schools, museums, and other locations.The IFC is proud of its efforts in engaging others in community art making, as their growth and success signify the degree to which the organization’s purpose/need is affirmed. For more information on the International Fiber Collaboration, checkout their website, www.ifcprojects.com.
For more information call 318-352-0383 ext. 316 or email e-mail us. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/canerivercreoleNPS
Last updated: January 19, 2025