Forum on the Future: Capitalizing on the Creative Economy


James LeachA Day of Discussion, Demonstration and Delicacy

And featuring a special keynote address by James Leach, Chair of the National Endowment for the Humanities

Mon, April 2, 4:00pm – 7:30pm

UMA Gannett Building, 331 Water Street
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Gannett Open House and Tours. In the Gannett Gallery

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Building the Creative Economy, A Panel Discussion, with leading Maine architects, including Ellen Belknap, SMRT; Alan Kuniholm, PDT; and and Eric Stark, UMA Associate Professor of Architecture. In the Gannett Gallery

UMA Danforth Gallery and Jewett Auditorium (Augusta)
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM The Creative Economy, A Roundtable Discussion, led by Erik Jorgensen Executive Director, Maine Humanities Council; Greg Fahy, UMA Associate Professor of Philosophy; Chuck Acker, UMA Senior College; and Deb Fahy, Executive Director of the Harlow Gallery. In the Danforth Gallery, Jewett Hall
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Creativity in Action, featuring UMA faculty and students showcasing programs that create vibrant economies. Participants include: Tim Weir (music), Peter Precourt and Lisa Botshon  (graphic storytelling), Linda Buckmaster (poetry reading) Brandon Lutterman (pottery), and Chelsea Ray (French conversation). In the Danforth Gallery, Jewett Hall
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM The Creative Economy: A Matter of Taste. Enjoy the cuisine of local restauranteurs. Vendors to be announced. In Jewett Hall
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Keynote Address. James Leach, Chair, National Endowment for the Humanities. In Jewett Auditorium