Art Sphere Inc. received a $5,000 America250PA Semiquin Grant to support the development and statewide distribution of its Celebrating Pennsylvania: Past, Present and Future lesson plan workbook — an interactive arts education resource that brings Pennsylvania’s history and landmarks to life for students and families.
“We are so excited to contribute to Pennsylvania’s celebration of the 250th anniversary with a lesson plan book to reach students locally and globally. Philadelphia is the epicenter for the founding of our nation, but it’s also a hub for the arts, science and historical preservation. We want students to be active participants in making history and impacting change throughout Pennsylvania and the world. Students and the communities they are a part of have so much to celebrate,” said Kristin Groenveld, executive director of Art Sphere Inc.
“America250PA hopes to engage Pennsylvanians, from all of our 67 counties, to participate in creating a statewide celebration and bringing the commonwealth’s history into the conversation. We strive to connect neighbors through the stories of our past, fostering pride in our shared journey and hope for our future. By embracing inclusivity and encouraging dialogue, we can strengthen the bonds that unite us. The E.P.I.C. framework — Educate, Preserve, Innovate and Celebrate — serves as the guiding vision to honor Pennsylvania’s role in America’s story as we bring the Semiquincentennial to life,” said Cassandra Coleman, executive director of America250PA.
