For Freedom
Lithuanian American Support for Lithuania’s Independence and Recognition
Currently on view at the Balzekas Museum and opening soon in New York, the exhibition “For Freedom” explores the political, financial, military, and cultural aspects of the passionate support which energized Lithuanian Americans in the cause of independence and recognition for Lithuania’s statehood a century ago.
Using photographs, documents, publications, and other historical artifacts —drawn from the Balzekas Museum as well as other regional and national collections—the exhibition demonstrates that Lithuanian Americans did not waver in their support of their native land, support that lasted throughout the twentieth century.
Most importantly, “For Freedom” uses historical documents (resolutions, memoranda, correspondence, and presidential statements) to show that this century-long struggle for freedom was powered by ideas and ideals expressed in words and actions. Read More >>>
This exhibition and related programs are partially supported by grants from private donors and the Illinois Arts Council, the Lithuanian Foundation, and a CityArts Grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events.
“FOR FREEDOM”
Traveling exhibit currently on tour in
NEW YORK!
January 18 to March 6, 2019
Lithuanian Alliance
of America / SLA
307 West 30th Street
New York, NY 10001-2703
By appointment only:
(917) 501-3275
Upcoming Events at the Balzekas Museum
2019 m. vasario mėn. 1d.
Giedriaus Subačiaus monografijos apie Simoną Daukantą pristatymas
Penktadienį, vasario 1 d. 7 val. vakaro Profesorius Giedrius Subačius pristatys monografiją „Simono Daukanto Rygos ortografija (1827–1834)“. Autorius savo monografijoje atskleidžia S. Daukantą ne tik kaip rašytoją, kalbininką, bet ir kaip politiką, analizuoja S. Daukanto ortografinius ieškojimus, aptaria jų tendencijas ir priežastis.
G. Subačius – habilituotas filologijos mokslų daktaras, University of Illinois at Chicago profesorius, Lietuvos istorijos instituto XIX a. istorijos skyriaus mokslo darbuotojas, S. Daukanto darbų ir raštų tyrinėtojas, mokslinio žurnalo „Archivum Lithuanicum“ vyriausiasis redaktorius. Daugiau
Saturday, March 30th, 2019 @ 10 am
Easter Egg Decorating Workshop
Learn the ancient art of decorating eggs using the etching technique. Attendees must bring 6 hard-boiled dyed eggs. This workshop will be taught by artist Don Astras. Location: Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, 6500 S. Pulaski Rd., Chicago
For registration or additional information, 773-582-6500 or contact us by email
Registration fee:
Adults $20; Children 12 and under $10
Light refreshments will be served.
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