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American Tobacco Unveils Diverse Art Exhibit

  • Andrea Osborne
  • March 9, 2009
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Aaron Michael Moore & Evelyn Booker
FOX 50’s Evelyn Booker (right) visits with artist Aaron Michael Moore III, the author of ATC’s latest exhibit.

American Tobacco recently unveiled a new art exhibit in the gallery of the Strickland Building lobby.   “Durham:  A Tapestry of Diversity” opened with a VIP reception in Bay 7 on Friday, February 20, 2009.  The exhibit is now open to the public until April 30th.

About one hundred guests gathered for the opening event.  “Durham:  A Tapestry of Diversity” features the work of Durham native Aaron Michael Moore III.  The exhibit also includes a church program from St. Joseph’s AME Church that was signed by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1958.

Paul Pope
American Tobacco VP/GM Paul Pope welcomes the crowd to the opening reception on Feb 20th.

Guests got a chance to mingle with the artist while noshing on appetizers from Blue Mounting Catering and listening to the smooth jazz sounds of the Byronon Tymas Trio.  Representatives from North Carolina Mutual Insurance, the reception sponsor, and Frasier & Griffin, Attorney’s at Law, the Exhibit Sponsor, were in attendance.

“A Tapestry of Diversity” features 25 pieces in a variety of media, reflecting the artist’s diverse talent and interests. Artwork varies from large 4 ‘by 4′ oils and acrylics to collectibles and memorabilia. During this same period, visitors can see Moore paint a mural on a wall adjacent to the exhibit, a project commissioned by American Tobacco and expected to take 6-8 weeks.

The exhibit is free and open to the public, Monday-Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm through April 30, 2009.

Find more information about the exhibit here.

Tapestry of Diversity
“Durham: A Tapestry of Diversity” will run through April 30th.

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  • Video: FOX 50’s Promotional Announcement
  • Slideshow: Photos from the Reception & Exhibit

Thanks to ATC’s Valerie Ward for these capcom photos as well as contributions to this capcom story.

 

Tapestry of Diversity Art Exhibit Opening at ATC

The opening reception for Durham: A Tapestry of Diversity takes place in American Tobacco on Fri, Feb 20th.
“A Tapestry of Diversity” is a multimedia, eclectic reflection on North Carolina history by native son Aaron Michael Moore.
The Byronon Tymas Trio fills Bay 7 with the smooth sounds of jazz.
Bill Kalkhof of Downtown Durham, Inc. (left) attends the reception with his wife, Jennifer.
FOX 50’s Evelyn Booker (left) chats with Shelly Green of the Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Guests enjoy a little conversation after a long work day.
FOX 50’s Claudia Henry helps celebrate the opening of the exhibit.
FOX 50’s Karen Johnson takes part in the opening event.
FOX 50’s Sylvia Lanier (center) joins the sponors of the event, Ralph Frasier (left) and Randy Griffin of Frasier & Griffin Attorneys at Law.
ATC’s Paul Pope welcomes the crowd & explains the significance of the exhibit.
Aaron Michael Moore, the artist of the exhibit, expounds on his artwork.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
A St. Joseph’s AME Church program signed by Martin Luther King, Jr. is also part of the exhibit.
The exhibit of Moore’s works is located in the lobby American Tobacco’s Strickland Building.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
“Durham: A Tapestry of Diversity” will be on display through April 30th.
The artwork of Aaron Michael Moore.
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