For Border Crossings, 2010.

Border Crossings is an exhibition of Whanganui artists’ works, exploring cultural diversity, geographical borders, and identity and place. The artwork refers to borders between South Taranaki and Whanganui, as well as in the wider world. The title ‘Border Crossings’ reflects the intent to examine borders, between place and culture, and work towards crossing those ‘borders’. The exhibition is timed to coincide with a Race Relations Day celebration of lunchtime entertainment at the Hawera Town Square on March 19. Local dance groups and musicians will perform, accompanied by food stalls; peace flags created at the Parihaka Peace Festival 2010 will also be displayed. The Lysaght Watt Gallery is also offering an education programme based around the theme of Border Crossings to local schools. Border Crossings will be opened by Race Relations Commissioner, Joris de Bres, on March 2. Find out more online.