In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Peace Corps in 2011 we will be opening an exhibit called Peace Corps: 50 Years of Service. Enthusiastic Peace Corps alumni have already loaned beautiful artifacts and extraordinary photographs that, along with their words and voices, will be the cornerstone of this global exhibit.
Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam is a national touring exhibit, featuring artifacts from the troopship General Nelson M. Walker. Included in the exhibit is an original eight-person berthing (bunk) unit recovered from the ship. It is outfitted with original bedding and bright, orange-colored life vests found on the Walker when the vessel was scrapped in 2005.
Walls of Heritage, Walls of Pride is an exhibition of murals painted by Portland-based African American artists. This exhibit highlights impressive art pieces largely unknown to those outside the artists’ local neighborhoods. Both large format color photos and original painted murals will be included in this exhibit of African American art and culture.
