Nakashima Foundation For Peace To Host Celebration of Unity

NEW HOPE, PA — The Nakashima Foundation for Peace will hold a Celebration of Unity on Sunday, Oct. 6.

The afternoon will feature the planting of a tree as a symbol of preserving Mother Earth for future generations. There will be a formal unveiling of the restored mosaic, "The Poet's Beard," which was a gift of peace from artist Ben Shahn.

The celebration, which will also include music, meditation, and light refreshments, will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Nakashima Foundation Arts Building, 1847 Aquetong Road, New Hope, Pennsylvania.

This special event will feature remarks by:

• Mira Nakashima, President of the Nakashima Foundation and Creative Director of George Nakashima Woodworker
• Vladimir Aituganov, Master Mosaic Artist, who will share his experiences working with the Shahn family and restoring the mosaic
• Elizabeth Allan, Deputy Director and Curator at Morven Museum & Garden, who will talk about Ben Shahn’s impact in shaping an artist colony in New Jersey.

George Nakashima was a leading innovator of 20th century furniture design. The Nakashima Property in New Hope has been designated as a National Historic Landmark.

The suggested donation for the event is $125 per person. It's tax deductible and will benefit the work of the Nakashima Foundation for Peace. Register by September 30.

To register and/or to donate, email: info@nakashimafoundation.org or send a check directly to: Nakashima Foundation for Peace, 1847 Aquetong Road, New Hope, Pa 18938.

For more information, visit www.nakashimafoundation.org