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W(e are) Here: Mapping the Human Experience

Date: 
Mar 31 2008 - 12:00pm - May 10 2008 - 5:00pm
Event Description: 

Intermedia Arts and Solutions Twin Cities present
W(e are) here: Mapping the Human Experience

Exhibition Dates: March 31-May 9, 2008
Sandy Augustín Gallery, Intermedia Arts
2822 Lyndale Ave. S, MPLS

Reception: Friday, April 25, 2008 at 7pm
Intermedia Arts; Free

Recent developments in technology are expanding the ways we communicate by providing a means for a greater personalization of the information that makes up our world. With W(e are) here, Intermedia Arts and Solutions Twin Cities team up to creatively explore the intersections of communication, technology, and aesthetics. This unique multi-media exhibit invites you to explore and interact with the information around you through data visualization, artistic expression, and interactive installations.

Solutions Twin Cities, founded by young designers Troy Gallas and Colin Kloecker, creates spaces for exploring new ideas & drawing awareness to existing solutions. www.solutionstwincities.org

Intermedia Arts is Minnesota’s premier multicultural, multidisciplinary arts center. We are a gathering place to share stories through visual arts, theater, dance, music, media, and literature—from folk arts to hip-hop culture. Our programs grow organically from the issues facing our neighbors, friends and community members. Together, we develop creative tools for addressing challenges, sharing resources, celebrating positive change and building healthy communities. www.intermediaarts.org

Gallery Hours:
Monday-Friday 12-7pm
First Saturdays 10-5pm

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