Keith Haring, Censorship, and the Power of Art | Intellectual Freedom Festival 2024

Join us for a panel discussion exploring the power of art and information in the face of censorship. This collaborative event by the Stanley Museum of Art, the Obermann Center, and the Iowa City Public Library will explore the enduring impact of Keith Haring's work in the fight against HIV/AIDS. We'll discuss the historical and contemporary implications of banned books on sexual health and the importance of unrestricted access to information.

Panel members:
• Saba Vlach, College of Education
• Oluwafemi Adeagbo, College of Public Health
• Laura Cottrell, Iowa City Community School District

Moderator:
• Kimberly Datchuk, Curator of Learning & Engagement at the Stanley Museum of Art

This event is part of the 2024 Iowa City Public Library Carol Spaziani Intellectual Freedom Festival.

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