New Civil War exhibit at Conner Prairie
The next generation of the American museum exhibit is taking shape at Conner Prairie Interactive History Park as it opens its 1863 Civil War Journey, a $4.3 million exhibit that portrays the Civil War through the eyes of three main characters, including a former slave, Albert Cheatham.
Scheduled to open June 4, it is believed to be the most aggressive melding of technology with interpreters and authentic staging ever attempted at the museum level. The Civil War Journey is said to be the first exhibit to fully combine technology with the authenticity of interpreters. Holographic images, video, sound, live characters and period-specific sets and buildings work in concert to create an unparalleled experience.
For more information, visit connerprairie.org.
Summer ‘Kamp’ at Walker
The Madame Walker Theatre Center presents Kamp Kuumba June 20 – July 29 for youth ages 6 to 18.
This camp provides skill-based arts instruction to children and youth particularly from low-income and/or inner-city neighborhoods.
Kamp Kuumba is an all-day program housed at the Madame Walker Theatre Center. Students will have daily classes conducted by arts professionals in theater, dance, visual arts, spoken word, creative writing, music and stage design. In addition to in-house courses, students will travel off site to surrounding arts venues as well as having Kulture Klub Fridays.
Kamp Kuumba costs $300 for the full six weeks (or $50 per week). Registration has started and ends June 20. To register, e-mail info@walkertheatre.com. For more information, call (317) 236-2099 or visit www.walkertheatre.com.
Catchings awards scholar athletes
Indiana Fever star and Olympic gold medalist Tamika Catchings will recognize 30 high school students during her annual Catch the Stars Scholar Athletes Ceremony on June 9 at the Hyatt Regency.
The event recognizes and honors high school students who maintain the balance of being scholar athletes by excelling in academics and participating in athletics.
Visit www.catchthestars.org to order tickets and register for the event or e-mail catchthestars24@aol.com.
