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NB: Images are provided here to give the visitor an idea of the general layout of the exhibition held at the Keeney; click to VIEW. KES, 3/16/2002. |
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NB: Images taken on the evening of 2/28/2002, during the reception and unveiling of the logo, are presented here. They are unretouched and reduced for quick display. Click HERE KES, 3/1/2002. |
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A small, personal selection of images taken at this exhibit are displayed here to provide context. To view these reduced images, click HERE KES, 3/16/2002. |
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The Richard M. Keane Foundation has recently announced its next major regional event, intended to move it closer to achieving its goals of honoring its namesake and serving the community of Wethersfield.
In conjunction with the Wethersfield Historical Society and the Keeney Memorial Museum and Cultural Center, in Old Wethersfield, the Keane Foundation has arranged for the exhibition entitled the "Prevailing Human Spirit" from the Museum of American Illustration in New York City.
Chief among the goals of the Keane Foundation is to establish a youth-centered sports center in the town of Wethersfield, in a spirit befitting Richard M. Keane, one of of the victims of the 9/11 attack on America. Its motto is "A place where everyone can play, and everyone wins!"
The Keeney Museum, with its ample parking, will provide the venue for the exhibition from its opening on February 16, 2002, Saturday, until its close on March 17, Sunday. Prevailing Human Spirit is a collaboration of international graphic artists in response to the 9/11/2001 terrorist destruction of the Twin Towers of World Trade Center in NYC. The artists' creations speak to the wounds created by this act of inhumanity and the courage needed to transcend it.
At a special, benefit reception on Thursday evening, February 28, the new logo for the Keane Foundation will be officially unveiled. The logo, created by Tina Lynch of Creative Concepts, will be used in the communications of the Keane Foundation, including their website (www.KeaneFoundation.org). Ms Lynch is also know locally for her logo of Mikey's Place, a universally accessible playground in Standish Park, Old Wethersfield.
The public is also encouraged to attend, view the exhibition and to contribute its support to the mission of the Keane Foundation. The benefit reception is to run from 6:00 - 9:00 PM, on that evening, February 28. The unveiling of the logo is scheduled for 7:00 PM. Special invitations to local dignitaries and elected officials (including members of Congress) have been tendered too. Reservations are not required.
Additional information about the Keane Foundation, its mission and the exhibition may be obtained from telephoning (860) 529-7161 or by visiting its website:
The Keeney Memorial Museum and Cultural Center is located at 200 Main Street near the center of Old Wethersfield. Comments and questions may be sent to the Keane Foundation at:
Informaton about the Wethersfield Historical Society is available at its website:
March 1st will be the alternative date in case of inclement weather on Feb. 28.