2005 Highlights

Start with the Arts Family Festival

In June 2005, this month-long art exhibit and weekend celebration of children's imaginations were designed to demonstrate the importance of the arts in learning, beginning early in childhood. The Festival demonstrates the importance of complete access to the arts for children of all abilities and all ages.

June 9: Music Concert at McPherson Square

Singer/songwriter Laura Dodd dazzles the crowd

Raul Midon at McPherson Square. From the latest review from the Rochester International Jazz Festival, This blind guitarist from New Mexico who sings like he's on fire and uses just his mouth to mimic trumpets was the buzz of the night.

June 10, 2005: Family Festival Day One

Joint Forces Dance Company Alito Alessi and Emery Blackwell deliver a fast-paced, acrobatic dance performance.	The children of Washington, DC
John Feist, gives an audio described tour of the Discover What Art is... exhibit at Union Station.	Local families creating art
Ms. Wheelchair D.C., Florence Rainey reads to the children	Miss. D.C., Therese Lizardo during the celebrity story hour.
Ms.Wheelchair America, Juliette Rizzo surrounded by new friends.	Actor Morris Chestnut, VSA arts president Soula Antoniou, and Juliette Rizzo in a festival mood.
Morris Chestnut steps up for celebrity story hour.	Laura Dodd on stage at Union Station.
Amber Pappas receives her letter of recognition from Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith.	Discover What Art Is... awardees (from left to right) Sarah Weyrich, Sam Weyrich, Rachael Wilson, Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith, Sarah Spunaugle, Julian Gigante, Martina Gigante, Amber Pappas, Clinton Cortez, VSA arts President Soula Antoniou
Martina Gigante shows her art to Ms. Wheelchair America, Juliette Rizzo.	Sarah Spunaugle describes her art to Senator Ted Kennedy.
Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith chats with Rachael Wilson.	Sarah and Sam Weyrich pose with mother Amy, Senator Ted Kennedy and Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith.
Clinton Cortez proudly stands with Senator John Kerry.

June 6 - 26: Children's Art Exhibit

VSA arts launched a nationwide tour of a children's exhibit entitled "Discover What Art Is..." at Union Station beginning June 6th. This colorful exhibit highlights artwork from children throughout the United States and abroad who have responded to the questions "What is art?", "Who is an artist?", "Where is art?", and "Why is art important?". On display through June 26, 2005. Learn more about Discover What Art is...?

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