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Elliott Museum Hosts The exhibit is the brainchild of Jeanne Johansen with the Truth project and the Fort Pierce Art Club. Both groups

‘Magnificent Me’ And ‘In Her Fort Pierce Art Club. The show’s pieces include creations by are not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organizations. The Inner Truth
Project is committed to changing the conversation and
four male artists as well as female artists from four counties:
Image’ Exhibits Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin and Palm Beach. eliminating the shame and secrecy of sexual abuse, violence
“I realized that throughout time, most sculptures have or rape.
The Elliott Museum has unveiled two new, unique exhibits been done featuring men and warriors,” said Johansen. “So The Discovery Network’s Magnificent Me will offer
– “Magnificent Me” and “In Her Image” – that are intended I got the idea to create an art show using mannequins with visitors the opportunity to interact with a variety of medical
to capture the interest of children, families and art enthusiasts. a women’s theme as a way to honor women.” technologies and hands-on exploration of different human
Both exhibits will be on display through March 8. A portion of the entry fee and sales will benefit the Inner systems. The exhibit examines the body’s muscles and bones,
In Her Image is a themed, juried art exhibit that pays heart and lungs, digestive system, and brain and nerves.
tribute to women and women’s issues. Using various “Magnificent Me is a fun, engaging and interactive
mediums, 33 artists created their work of art on discarded museum exhibit to learn about the amazing human body
mannequins provided by the art club. and its systems,” said Historical Society of Martin County
(HSMC) President and CEO Rob Steele. “We especially
believe families will have a great time as they learn about
how the body’s different parts work.”
This is the first time Magnificent Me has been displayed
outside the state of Arkansas so it’s a rare opportunity to
interact with it.
The Elliott Museum’s adult admission is $14, children 6
to 12 years, $6, and free for 5 and younger. Operating hours
are daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except for major holidays.
For more information, call (772) 225-1961 or visit www.
Bill and Ann Steakin with her artwork, “Survivor” elliottmuseum.org.

Theresa Prokop with her artwork, “The Resilient Women”

Mindi Fetterman, founder and executive director of the Inner Christian Sean Yong won Best of Show in the In Her Image
Truth project, thanks Jeanne Johansen of the Fort Pierce Art exhibit. He is joined by Sydni Strauss, Robin Makowski,
Club. A portion of the entry fee and sales will benefit both HSMC President and CEO Rob Steele and exhibit organizer
Lindsey Hagar, Judy Coffman, Donna Rich, Cathy Heeter nonprofit organizations. Jeanne Johansen.

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