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Nordic Changes: Works by Diane Burko Exhibit Opening

Nordic Changes American Swedish Historical Museum
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1:30pm-5pm

Be the first see this exhibition highlighting the beauty and fragility of the Nordic Arctic by

internationally-renowned artist Diane Burko and guest curated by Dr. Kirsten M. Jensen.

H.E. Bergdís Ellertsdóttir, the Ambassador of Iceland to the US, will be our guest of honor.                     

Sunday, September 29th

2:00 – Discussion on climate change featuring:

            Diane Burko, artist and activist

            Christine Knapp, Director of Sustainability for the City of Philadelphia

            Erik Johanson, Director of Innovation for SEPTA

            Daniel Aldana Cohen, PhD., Director of The Socio-Spatial Climate Collective

3:30 – Gallery tour by Diane Burko and Dr. Kirsten M. Jensen

Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served throughout the afternoon.

 

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Nordic Changes: Works by Diane Burko