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L.A. 225: Los Angeles through the Eyes of Artists
EXHIBIT EXPLORES ARTISTS VISIONS OF LOS ANGELES
FOR THE CITYS 225TH BIRTHDAY
LOS ANGELES - From September 1 to October 16, 2006, in commemoration of the
City of Los Angeles' 225th birthday, El Pueblo Historical Monument will present
L.A. 225: LOS ANGELES THROUGH THE EYES OF ARTISTS. L.A. 225 is a free exhibit
that explores artists perceptions of the cultural, political, social,
historical and geographical character of Los Angeles. The exhibition features
the work of such artists as Barbara Carrasco, Robbie Conal, Ricardo Duffy,
George Evans, Victor Gastelum, Clement Hanami, Leo Limon, Sandra Low, Dominique
Moody, Jose Montoya, Frank Romero, Lola Scarpitta, Richard Wyatt and is curated
by Marianna Gatto and Shervin Shahbazi. A complete list of participating
artists is available upon request. The opening reception will be held on
Saturday, September 9, 2006 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at the Pico House Gallery at El
Pueblo Historical Monument, 424 North Main Street, Los Angeles, 90012.
About El Pueblo Historical Monument
El Pueblo Historical Monument is the oldest section of Los Angeles and is the
site where the City was first established in 1781. The forty-four acre park
consists of numerous historic buildings, museums, a beautiful outdoor plaza and
the world famous Mexican marketplace on Olvera Street. The Monument represents
the rich history, culture and ethnic diversity that is the foundation of the
City of Los Angeles.
Calendar Editors Please Note:
What: L.A. 225 is an exhibition of artwork that explores artists visions
of Los Angeles. It is presented by El Pueblo Historical Monument.
Where: Pico House Gallery at El Pueblo Historical Monument.
When: September 1 to October 16, 2006.
Free Public Programs:
Walk to Los Angeles
Retrace Los Angeles founders footsteps! Join the Walk to LA from San Gabriel
Mission to the Plaza at El Pueblo Historical Monument. (The event is free and
everyone is welcome!) 7:00 a.m., Monday, September 4, 2006 San Gabriel Mission
428 S. Mission Avenue, San Gabriel CA 91776-1299 To register visit:
http://www.lacity.org/225/225_walk.htm
L.A. 225 Opening Reception:
Pico House Gallery, Saturday, September 9, 2006; 6:00-9:00 p.m. Live music.
Free.
Film Screening:
Phillip Rodriguez's evocative documentary, "Los Angeles Now." Pico House
Gallery Courtyard, Friday, October 6, 7:30 PM. Pico House Gallery will be
open extended hours on the evening of the screening from 4-7:30 PM. Free.
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