(Post and Image provided by Cora Mullins)
We spent all day working on our art installation at the school forest in Singӧ. This included things like making concertinas, which are accordion-style books that splay out and display stories or information (our were about bats); finishing up a bat house, which can serve as a safe space for many endangered bat species in Sweden; as well as various other tasks that added to our project as a whole. After some final walk-throughs and test-runs, we shared some Lebanese takeout for dinner and prepared to welcome community members to our event.
Many community members showed up, including the principal of the folk school in Väddӧ, which was a very pleasant surprise! Our display had many interactive art pieces, allowing those who came out to contribute to the installation, as well as many things that were just meant to be felt and enjoyed. We had many thoughtful conversations with locals and enjoyed making (and sharing) a piece of art about the connection between our communities.
Creating this installation was very important to us all. It allowed us to make something larger than ourselves and then share it with others who care. We really appreciate everyone who came out to experience this project, as well as the Singӧ school for so graciously welcoming us into their community.