Platform Art Parties showcase regional and emerging talent in the fields of visual arts, film, fashion, sound and performance in a nontraditional setting.

Platform Art Party #17: We’re not in Canvas Anymore culminates in the unveiling of a mural created in collaboration with professional artist/educator Paula Allen, Lakeland Sister Cities, City of Lakeland, St Joseph’s Academy, Parker St Ministries and Prodigy Lakeland.

The bicycle safety themed mural created on four panels of four foot by four foot handmade paper will be unveiled at this Platform Art Party, then presented to Lakeland Sister Cities to display publically until it travels to Imabari Japan as part of a formal cultural exchange.

This project serves as a model for expanded relationships with other Sister Cities; and/or a permanent mural to benefit the City of Lakeland community. See a few of the images that the kids developed for the mural in a little animoto video by clicking here.

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This show, sure to be an eclectic mix of art and party is creating quite a buzz.  “But what is it? It’s not just a concert, an art show, a film or a dance — it’s all of them and more.” says Peggy Kehoe, managing editor for the Polk County Democrat.  

The party will be Saturday February 13, 6:30-10 p.m. at the Polk County Historical Museum, 100 East Main St, Bartow.  Admission is as follows: $15 – General Admission, $12 – Seniors, $10 – Students.