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September 6 - November 30, 2011

We are excited to announce that the Choosing to Participate exhibition is now on display at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. 

Schedule a Tour

Hours: Choosing to Participate is open to the public during normal library hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm.

Admission: Admission to the library is free.

Tours: Guided group tours are available September though November during the week. Tours are directed toward middle and high school students, but groups of any age will enjoy a guided tour. Other days, including nights and weekends, are available upon request. Reservations are required for all school and group visits. Space is limited.

For questions or more information, contact nancy_knight@facing.org.

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View the Commercial Appeal's Eight-Page Insert about Choosing to Participate.

Upstanders: Portraits of Courage

How can I participate? Who are the people making a difference in my community? Visit this photography exhibition that honors the contributions of local individuals and groups who spoke out, did the right thing, and made a difference—people we call Upstanders.

pARTicipation: Young Artists Speak Up

How would you react in the face of injustice? How do you respond to someone who is different than you? These are just some of the questions we asked students to think about and respond to through art. Explore this remarkable student artwork from all of Memphis.