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Water Wonderland of Michigan Art Gala & Exhibition
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Free. There is a cost for the gala but not the art exhibitionLocation:
River Raisin National Battlefield Park 333 N. Dixie Hwy. Monroe, MI. 48162Repeating Event
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River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation News Release Release Date: Tuesday, March 1, 2022 Contact: Ted Roll, Executive Board Member or Scott J. Bentley, National Park Superintendent Water Wonderland of Michigan Art Gala Tickets available March 1st Monroe & Wayne Counties, Michigan
River Raisin National Battlefield Park ITC Holdings and the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation are pleased to present the 3rd in the series “Beautiful Bountiful Michigan” art exhibition. The 2022 artwork depicts “Water Wonderland of Michigan” including the waterways of Michigan.
The 2022 Exhibition is expected to have over 100 pieces of original artwork on display with numerous different art mediums including oil, watercolor, acrylic, wood burning, beaded, glass, and much more! We have had a fantastic response from artists to exhibit the amazing art they have created. It’s wonderful to see art from all of our artist friends and meet new ones. The Water Wonderland of Michigan Art Exhibition is a great way to safely get out, enjoy seeing the remarkable art, and spend relaxing time with friends or family! The Art Exhibition is also a way to purchase art to add color and beauty to your home or office.
“Purchasing art supports local artists and educational programming at our wonderful River Raisin National Battlefield Park”, said Exhibition Curator and Artist Darlene Belair. Grand Opening Art Gala April 1, 2022 6pm – 9pm The Grand Opening Gala for the Water Wonderland of Michigan is scheduled for April 1, 2022. Ticket prices are $25.00 for advance tickets and $30.00 at the door. Tickets include heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts, 1 ticket for a complimentary glass of wine, beer, or soda; also a cash bar for additional beverages, featuring Michigan Wines. In addition, there will be raffles and live entertainment. Tickets go on sale: March 1, 2022!
Art Exhibition April 2-May 8, 2022 The Art Exhibition is provided free of charge through the generous support of ITC Holdings, the Monroe County Historical Society, DTE Energy, La-Z-Boy Foundation, Allen Chevrolet, and Richard & Jeanne Micka. We cordially invite you and your family to enjoy the Water Wonderland of Michigan Art Exhibition. The Exhibition is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center located at 333 N. Dixie Highway in Monroe, Michigan.
Sponsors Presenting Sponsor: ITC Holdings General Sponsor: DTE Energy Monroe County Historical Society La-Z-Boy Foundation Allen Chevrolet Richard & Jeanne Micka About ITC Holdings Community involvement extends well beyond the boundaries of our transmission corridors and the reliable energy we provide. We are active members of the community, working closely with our stakeholders - from municipal leaders to residents - to ensure our transmission system serves each community’s specific needs. Just as ITC’s transmission lines remain in the community for many years, we maintain an ongoing commitment to working with residents, businesses and local leaders to foster long-lasting, mutual partnerships.
About River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation River Raisin National Battlefield Park Foundation is the official non-profit 501(c)(3) partner of the National Park Service at River Raisin National Battlefield Park. The Foundation fills the gap to make educational programs, research, preservation, and development of the Battlefield possible when government funding is not available. Help advance the mission of the National Park Service at River Raisin National Battlefield Park by becoming a Battlefield Foundation member at https://www.thebattlefield.org/memberships/
River Raisin National Battlefield Park preserves, commemorates, and interprets the January 1813 battles of the War of 1812 and their aftermath in Monroe and Wayne counties in Southeast Michigan. The Battles of the River Raisin resulted in the greatest victory for Tecumseh’s Confederation and the greatest defeat for the United States during the War of 1812. Although American forces were victorious in the first battle, the second ended in what was described as a “national calamity” by then General William Henry Harrison, and later President of the United States. The battle cry, "Remember the Raisin!" inspired a massive U.S. victory at the Battle of the Thames, which sealed the War of 1812 in the western theater for the U.S., claimed the life of the great Shawnee War Chief, Tecumseh, and resulted in the end of the American Indian Confederation. The aftermath of the Battles resulted in the formation and implementation of Indian removal policies and laws at the conclusion of the War of 1812, an aftermath that continues to influence the United States today.
For more in-depth information about the Battlefield please visit www.nps.gov/rira/ or www.battlefieldfoundation.org COVID-19 Guidelines As the National Park Service monitors and responds to the COVID-19 pandemic, we work closely with the doctors and public health professionals in the NPS Office of Public Health to use the latest science to guide our decision making.
The CDC recommends all individuals wear a mask indoors in public in areas of substantial or high transmission. However, visitors to national parks travel from all over the country and the world. Because of this and recognizing that most of the United States is currently in substantial or high transmission categories, and in consultation with doctors and public health professionals, we’ve implemented a nationwide mask requirement. To best protect our staff and visitors, masks are required inside all NPS buildings and in crowded outdoor spaces, regardless of vaccination status or location. As COVID-19 guidelines are changing daily, please check the park’s website for daily updates. Additional trip planning and health guidance is available on the NPS COVID-19 response website.
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