Celebrate Kentucky Week With Lexington Street Art

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 16, 2014) — Students can celebrate the Lexington community and the local art scene during Kentucky Week by attending the PRHBTN exhibit and reception tonight at 7 p.m. in the Rasdall Gallery. The event is sponsored by the Student Activities Board Cultural Arts Committee and showcases the beauty and culture within Lexington street art.

PRHBTN is an artistic group that focuses on art, music and murals. One of their most famous works includes the “Lincoln” mural created by muralist Eduardo Kobra located on the back wall of the Kentucky Theater, which is visible from Vine Street. They also have street art murals on West Sixth Brewing, Old Tarr Distillery and the Thrift Store of the Lexington Rescue Mission.

The exhibit is open from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday from now until Sept. 26. The Rasdall Gallery is located in the Student Center, just past the staircase in the Grand Hall.

"This event will include work from multiple different artists that are working under PRHBTN and a live WRFL DJ," Melissa Simon, SAB director of cultural arts, said. “Students should come to the PRHBTN exhibition because it is a way to experience the liveliness of the Lexington street art scene directly on campus.”

Kentucky Week is a short series of events created to celebrate several aspects of Kentucky. Arts, agriculture, artisanship, athletics and music from the state are exhibited for those who call the Commonwealth home, either permanently or temporarily. This week seeks to delve beneath the traditional representations of the state to reveal the rich culture tucked away in both hills and cities across the Bluegrass.

SAB brings more than 100 entertaining, educational and enriching programs that are reflective of contemporary issues and trends to the University of Kentucky annually. These programs are designed to enhance the college experience for students, faculty, staff and the greater Lexington community.

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