Hayes Presidential, NAACP team up to showcase student’s art, projects
A reception planned for evening
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Student artwork celebrating Juneteenth and new historical exhibits and projects by the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums Teen Museum Council will be on display during a public reception June 20.
Hayes, NAACP join to celebrate Juneteenth, youth artwork
Hayes Presidential and the Fremont chapter of the NAACP teamed to showcase students’ artwork that shares what Juneteenth — recognized on June 19 ― means to them, as well as give the Teen Museum Council students an opportunity to share their projects.
The reception is from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Refreshments will be served, and visitors will have a chance to talk with the students about their work.
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The Juneteenth artwork is part of the NAACP’s annual Juneteenth celebration and will be displayed in the museum auditorium. The Teen Museum Council exhibits will be located throughout the museum.
Special tour of Hayes home set for June 20
Two council members worked together to create a special tour of the first floor of the Hayes Home based on the life of First Lady Lucy Hayes. They will give this 20-minute tour at 6 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.
The tour is free, but registration is required. Advance registration is recommended and can be made online at rbhayes.org.
Teen Museum Council exhibits focus on President Hayes’ law career, First Lady Lucy Hayes’ fashion and historic music.
“We’re so thrilled and honored to have the opportunity to partner with the NAACP’s Juneteenth 2024 Celebration,” said Alina Hart, Hayes Presidential education coordinator. “This collaboration felt like a natural fit that would emphasize our goal to support today’s youth as they become leaders in our community. By teaming up for this event, we hope to create an open space where youth can take ownership and have a voice in their history and heritage sector.”
Teen Museum Council is a new program that invites students from area high schools to meet monthly and learn about the museum field. They have done job-shadowing of Hayes Presidential employees, visited the Toledo Museum of Art and met with staff there and more.
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