May 22nd "Illuminating the Mirror: Reflections of Water Fire"

The public is invited to a presentation by Barnaby Evans, "Illuminating the Mirror: Reflections of WaterFire" at the Mattapoisett Library on Sunday, May 22, 2016, at 3 PM. WaterFire creator and Executive Artistic Director, Evans will show a video of Providence's dynamic creative place and discuss the development of this cultural tourist destination.

   Since 1994, over 15 million visitors have come to downtown Providence to experience Barnaby Evans' WaterFire. Cited as one of the premiere examples of creative placemaking, WaterFire activates urban space with art, spectacle and performance, and in the process adds vibrancy and economic activity to what was a previously a dark and empty downtown.

  WaterFire attracts millions of dollars in tax revenue for the State of Rhode Island, supports over 1,200 jobs for community residents, and attracts millions of dollars in advertising and promotion in all media formats. Admission is free, open, and accessible to all as it transforms community.

  Come and learn how art and place have inspired visitors from all over the world. The library program, part of the Purrington Series sponsored by the Mattapoisett Library Trust, is free and will be followed by a reception.

  Make a reservation by calling the library at 508-758-4171 or visiting the circulation desk. The facility is handicapped accessible and located at 7 Barstow Street.