Unpacking our Histories is a collaborative art project led by Fresh Eye Artist Kimberly A. Laudert. The reveal and celebration of this project will be on October 19th from 6 -8 PM at Fresh Eye Gallery, 4238 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis. Free and open to the public. Live music from Joel Shapira. ASL interpreter will be present. Coffee drinks and refreshments provided.

“Unpacking Our Histories is a continuation of my commitment to providing art and art experiences for those of us living with mental health issues/illness,” Kimberly shares. “In a 4-part community building set of activities, participants reflect upon and honor our lives through the creation of a collaborative weaving.” Incorporated are symbols of and/or actual items from participant lives. This project honors the history of the individual and underscores the commonality of the collective experience.

This one night event is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

ID: A promo image with a salmon colored background. At the top of the image is a weaving of red, pink, brown, grey, and purple hangs above text that reads: “Unpacking Our Histories: Embracing Hope & Resilience through Weaving, The reception for this event will be on October 19th from 6-8 PM at Fresh Eye Gallery.”