Black Lives Matter Exhibit Now Open, Panel Discussion Set For Sept. 29

ORLAND PARK, IL — The opening reception of the Orland Park Black Lives Matter: A Child’s Vision exhibition was held on Friday, Sept. 9 at the library. The exhibition is a mix of photography, portraits, art, and digital narratives documenting the experiences of local residents and protestors participating in the Orland Park Black Lives Matter protest in 2020.

Exhibit photography is by Naomi Hill. Portrait photography is by Peter Bosy. Paintings are by Ariane Radcliff, and narratives are by Aisha Scott. Residents are welcome to visit the library to view the exhibition during the months of September and October.

A panel discussion on the Orland Park Black Lives Matter: A Child’s Vision exhibition will be held on Thursday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. Natalie Moore of WBEZ will lead the discussion with some of the organizers, participants, and archivists of the Orland Park Black Lives Matter/ 8 Can't Wait protest. Panelists include: Nathan Epperson, the 9-year-old with the idea to protest peacefully; Geoff Epperson, co-organizer of the protest and Nathan's father; Tresha Miller, a protester; and Aisha Scott, co-organizer of the protest and creator of the exhibit.

The Orland Park Public Library is located at 14921 S. Ravinia Ave in Orland Park, Illinois. The library serves the residents of the Village of Orland Park. Please call (708) 428-5205 for questions.