Kennedy Space Center, Fla. (November 9, 2010) – To celebrate the completion of the International Space Station (ISS), Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will host the World Peace Art Exhibition, November 19-21, 2010. This year’s World Peace Art Exhibition, coordinated by the World Culture Art Co., LTD, will commemorate the international cooperation to create and build the Space Station, which promotes space activities worldwide in a borderless environment.
In addition to the 60 artistic space shuttle models designed by selected artists, the World Peace Art Exhibition will feature more than 180 pieces of art by Japanese artists, including sculptures, oil paintings, Japanese style paintings, calligraphy, poetry, and haiku.
The first 200 people to arrive to the exhibit on Nov. 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m., will receive a 2011 art poster calendar. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with select artists who will be on-hand to discuss the artwork and conduct live demonstrations and workshops. Admission to the World Peace Art Exhibition, which is located in the Early Space Exploration building, is included in admission to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.kennedyspacecenter.com.
About the World Culture Art Co., LTD
The World Culture Art Co., LTD themed the 2010 World Peace Art Exhibition to celebrate the completion of the International Space Station. The World Peace Art Exhibition has been held in premier locations throughout the world for the past 17 years as an international cultural exchange program for the purpose of enhancing world peace. The World Art Co., LTD strives to enhance international cooperation through art.
About Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex opens at 9 a.m. Closing times vary by season. The Visitor Complex is open daily except December 25 and certain launch days. Admission includes the Shuttle Launch Experience, Kennedy Space Center Tour, 3D IMAX® space films, Astronaut Encounter, all exhibits, and the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, featuring historic spacecraft and the world's largest collection of personal astronaut memorabilia. Parking, wheelchairs, strollers and pet kennels are free of charge. Admission is $41 + tax for adults and $31 + tax for children ages 3-11. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Commander’s Club Annual Pass is $53 + tax for adults and $43 + tax for children ages 3-11. For more information, call 877-313-2610 or visit www.KennedySpaceCenter.com.