What:

Media are invited to attend and cover two special events celebrating the intersection of art, sport, and culture:

Gallery Exhibition Opening Reception

Featuring Olympic artwork by internationally renowned artist LeRoy Neiman

Representatives from the LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation available for interviews

When: Friday, March 7 at 5 p.m.

Location: Miracle Plaza, Lake Placid

Olympic Region Student Art-in-Sport Awards Program

Showcasing student artwork from a two-month Olympism education program involving 500 students from North Country schools

Students competing for Gold, Silver, and Bronze Art-in-Sport Medals

Unveiling of an 8 x 12-foot collaborative painting titled “Together” by Olympian artist Roald Bradstock and 100 student artists

When: Saturday, March 8 at 1:30 p.m.

Location: Lake Placid Conference Center

Who:

Presented by the Al Oerter/Art of the Olympians Foundation in cooperation with the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority. Special guests include:

    • Olympic/Paralympic artists
    • Officials from the Al Oerter/Art of the Olympians Foundation
    • NYS Assembly member Billy Jones
    • Officials from the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority
    • North Country students and art educators
    • Representatives from the LeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation

Why:

This event highlights the impact of Olympism in education, blending sports, culture, and art. NYS Assemblyman Billy Jones’ funding has supported art education for 500 students across 28 public schools. The program introduces a globally recognized “Olympism” art genre and fosters creativity and inclusivity among young artists.

Interview Opportunities:

    • Olympic/Paralympic artists
    • Officials from the Al Oerter/Art of the Olympians Foundation
    • NYS Assemblyman Billy Jones
    • New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority representatives
    • North Country students and art educators

For more information, visit: Art of the Olympians

Olympic Regional Development Authority Media Contact: Lisa Carter, [email protected]

Al Oerter Foundation/Art of the Olympians Media Contact: Cathy Oerter, [email protected]