Summit County Executive Russell M. Pry Sponsors 9/11 Remembrance Art Project, darn, stitch and PEACE

On Friday, September 11, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Summit County Executive Russell M. Pry's Department of Communications will be creating the 8th annual 9/11 Remembrance Art Project, darn, stitch and PEACE. The community art project will be held in the first floor lobby of the Ohio Building, located at 175 South Main Street in downtown Akron. The public is invited to participate.

Participating citizens will be asked to stitch white buttons onto a vintage quilt in the design of a peace sign. Each citizen will be asked to sign the back of the button. The buttons are different in size, hue and shapes showing that each of us can bring about peace in different ways. The quilt is vintage so the original darning is missing in areas and the edges are frayed representing the tough times America has experienced.

The symbol of peace has been used for generations and portrays the hope for peace and prosperity. The quilt reminds all of us of family traditions and loved ones who have passed. Both the quilt and peace sign are strong symbols of America and the courage, strength and goodwill we share for our past and future.

September 11, 2001 remains one of our history's darkest days, yet eight years later, we honor our first responders and remember those who lost their lives by creating a tapestry of our strong and loving culture.

The 9/11 Remembrance Art Project was established in 2002. Past art projects are currently on display in The Room at Church & Main, located at 175 South Main Street in downtown Akron. For more information contact the Summit County Department of Communications at 330-643-2609, or click on http://www.co.summit.oh.us/executive/Summit_County_9-11_Project_Info.htm .