The rising cost of fuel has forced many families to reconsider their travel plans
this summer. Due to these limitations, the Chattanooga African American Museum has decided to bring a piece of Washington D.C. to the Scenic City by hosting the
Smithsonian travel exhibit, The Dancer Within, from June 23 through August 15.
The Dancer Within, a photographic display by nationally acclaimed photo-journalist, Rose Eichenbaum, captures the character and vitality of nearly fifty of the world’s greatest dancers including The American Ballerina, Cynthia Gregory; Tony Award
winner and acclaimed actor and singer, Ben Vereen; the Spanish Dance Legend, Jose’ Greco; and the Goddess of Broadway, Chita Rivera. The Dancer Within Tour began in Ypsilanti, Michigan in April 2008 and Chattanooga is the second stop for the 10-city tour.
“We realize that the state of our economy is hindering many families from traveling long distances this summer and that’s one of the reasons why we decided to host the Smithsonian Institution’s The Dancer Within,” said Rose Martin, Executive Director of the Chattanooga African American Museum. “Area families
will be able to enjoy this renown Smithsonian exhibit right here in their backyard through August 15. We feel the museum is definitely a great alternative to the Smithsonian as it is family-friendly and budget-friendly as well.”
The Dancer Within is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service and generously supported by United Dancer Merchants of America. Additional support has been provided by The Enchanted Garden Conservatory of Music, Dance & Drama.
Visitors can tour The Dancer Within as well as other stimulating exhibits at the Chattanooga African merican Museum Monday through Friday between 10 a.m.
and 5 p.m. or on Saturdays from Noon to 4 pm. General admission is $5, $3 for senior citizens and students and $2 for children ages 6-12. Children 5 and under
are free. To obtain additional information about the Smithsonian traveling exhibit or to inquire about other exhibits, please call (423) 266-8658 or visit the website provided.
Photo of Gregory Hines provided by caamhistory.com.
