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Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision
Wednesday, July 13 at 7:30 PM, the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 218 Santa Barbara and the Plaza Playhouse Theater present "Maya Lin: A Strong Clear Vision". This story of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and its inspiring creator reveals the contentious origins of the memorial in Washington, D.C. and tells the story of Maya Lin, a 21-year-old architecture student at Yale. Beating out some of the most prestigious architecture firms from around the world, Lins plan was selected by a panel of experts commissioned by the memorials founders from over 1,000 different designs!
The victory for such a young and unknown artist is just the start to what became a very public battle over her design. In Washington to defend her design, Lin came up against a mighty opposition, challenging indignant veterans and a hostile Congress to ultimately prevail with her emotional Wall. And what began as one of the countrys most disputed public monuments became one of the worlds most inspirational and frequently visited memorials.
This riveting and dramatic portrait of Maya Lin, which won the 1995 Academy Award for Best Feature Documentary, is told through interviews and archival footage and reaches back to show the genesis for the idea behind the memorial.
This presentation is part of the public educational outreach programs of VVA Chapter 218 as it prepares to bring The Moving Wall, a 253-foot replica of the Vietnam Memorial, to Chase Palm Park in Santa Barbara, October 12-17.
Tickets for Maya Lin are $5 general admission and available online or at the box office the evening of the show. Seating is limited. Doors will open at to the public at 6:45pm and there will a short presentation about The Moving Wall prior to the films showing.
For more information about Chapter 218 and The Moving Wall go to: www.vvachapter218.org
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LocationPlaza Playhouse Theater (View)
4916 Carpinteria Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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