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The American Mural Project Honors Firefighters with Free Admission, a Fire History Exhibit, Art Activities—and a Special Event

Now through October 5, the American Mural Project (AMP) celebrates the courageous work of firefighters, with free admission for firefighters and tours that highlight mural subject Melissa Bennett, a firefighter from Engine 257, Canarsie, NY.  Guests can also explore an antique firefighting exhibit on the second level, on loan from The Museum of Fire History, Bristol, CT. For families, AMP is offering fire-themed art activities, including creating fire safety posters and making fire art tiles. The celebration will culminate on…

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September 11, 2024 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

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90 Whiting St
Winsted, 06098 United States

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American Mural Project

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Now through October 5, the American Mural Project (AMP) celebrates the courageous work of firefighters, with free admission for firefighters and tours that highlight mural subject Melissa Bennett, a firefighter from Engine 257, Canarsie, NY.  Guests can also explore an antique firefighting exhibit on the second level, on loan from The Museum of Fire History, Bristol, CT. For families, AMP is offering fire-themed art activities, including creating fire safety posters and making fire art tiles.

The celebration will culminate on Saturday, October 5, with Firefighter and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Melissa Bennett. Melissa’s story so inspired artist Ellen Griesedieck that she set out to portray Melissa on a massive scale, including her as part of the larger-than-life indoor mural at AMP. Ellen will talk with Melissa about the camaraderie and challenges of working alongside her firefighting team. This event is free. Registration is required. Doors open at 4pm to explore the mural exhibit before the talk at 5pm.

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