New Exhibit Inspired By Plaza Art Collection

More than 200 local children to display their work at the Empire State Plaza

ALBANY, NY (03/04/2010)(readMedia)-- WHO: OGS Commissioner John C. Egan

Students and teachers from Bethlehem, Guilderland, Mohonasen, North Colonie,

Niskayuna, and Shenendehowa central school districts

WHAT: Press conference to open a new student art exhibit. Students in grades kindergarten through eight, from six local school districts are exhibiting original artwork inspired by the Empire State Plaza Art Collection. The exhibit, held in conjunction with National Youth Art Month, features approximately 200 pieces created by students from Bethlehem, Guilderland, Mohonasen, North Colonie, Niskayuna, and Shenendehowa central school districts and will be on display through March 12 on the South end of the Concourse of the Empire State Plaza.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 9, 2010

10 a.m.

WHERE: Empire State Plaza Concourse – South end of the Concourse

Super visuals of artwork created by local students.

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