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The Drop - April 8 - June 11, 2006
FREE
ALL AGES
CLASS TRIPS WELCOME (No FEE)
THE DROP is an exhibition and public program series that focuses on what many environmentalists consider to be one of the most important issues of the 21st century: water and its controversial role in the global environment. Featuring the work of 26 international artists and collectives.
Public Programs
THE DROP public programs will include two panel discussions and an artist-led walking tour of New York's waterways & water resources. In the spirit of promoting discussion and analysis, Exit Art has organized a flexible presentation of panels and speakers.
Saturday, April 29, 2006 11am Morning Session
Each of the participating artists, environmentalists, scientists and landscape architects on the panel will give a five-minute presentation on their work and how it relates to water issues in New York City.
1:00 - 2pm break for lunch
2pm Afternoon Session
Artists: Brandon Ballengee, Bob Braine and Jackie Brookner Eric Goldstein, Co-Director, Urban Programs, National Resources Defense Council Chris Wilde, Watershed Director, Riverkeeper Franco Montalto, hydrologist / environmental engineer, Earth Institute, Columbia University, Margie Ruddick, Landscape Architect
Sunday, April 30, 12 noon
Artist led walking tour of New York City waterways, exploring existing and former water sources and their importance.
Organized by Amy Lipton, Curator ecoartspace, NY and Abington Art Center, Philadelphia
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