A Special Symposium

Timed to coincide with second day of the RNC, Transformer Station hosts a special symposium structured around current exhibitions at its partner organizations: SPACES and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, as well as its own special, temporary public art installation and co-founder Fred Bidwell’s role in LAND Studios’ Inter-Urban project on the RTA’s Red Line. Using themes such as Identity, Narrative, Action and Dream, the symposium includes a series of panel discussions with artists, curators and members of the community. The symposium takes place from 1 to 5 p.m. Additionally, Transformer Station hosts Nora Ligorano and Marshall Reese’s The American Dream, a one day only, temporary public art installation. The project is a 4,000 pound block of ice carved with the phrase “The American Dream,” which will vanish in just one day. During the event, street interviews will be recorded with the public regarding the project, and posted on meltedaway.com, where the event will also be streamed live. Free. (Usmani)