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KiteFest brings together science and the arts in its celebration of one of the world’s most enduring media—kites. Kites have made significant contributions to the arts, science, mathematics, cultural awareness, and history. Kite flying and kite fliers, from Benjamin Franklin to Charlie Brown, are a constructive and quintessential part of American culture. Centuries before Marco Polo’s travels, kites helped form legends around the globe that have inspired the human spirit to soar. This summer-long outdoor and indoor public art exhibition will create the excitement of a treasure hunt. Like CowParade Harrisburg 2004, KiteFest will celebrate the talents of local artists and involve the entire community, from residents and visitors to the businesses that sponsor them. Description Artists participating in KiteFest will create kites and kite sculptures to be displayed throughout Harrisburg and surrounding communities from June to August. Kites will be featured on lampposts in public and commercial centers, as well as in “sky galleries” in prominent public atria. Kite sculptures will be arranged on public grounds in “gardens” or processions like Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s “The Gates”. In addition to kites and kite sculptures, Whitaker Center presents the limited-engagement exhibition, Surf the Wind, created by the Drachen Foundation. Surf the Wind is an interactive exhibit bringing together the science of flight, the art of kite-making and the cultural and historical context of kite-making and kite-flying. Additional programming includes StringFling, the KiteFest kickoff kite fly festival, to be held April 15 at Reservoir Park with the support of the American Kitefliers Association; Capital BlueCross Kites in the Classroom educational programs with the support of the American Kitefliers Association; and A World of Kites, internationally themed kite exhibits in Whitaker Center. Who Benefits from KiteFest? In addition to benefiting Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, KiteFest will bring our community together for a common purpose. Local artists receive tremendous exposure and recognition for their work. KiteFest will generate tourist activity, while festival sponsors and partners receive recognition and marketing opportunities. Contact Information General
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