Erie to Host Pennsylvania Art Education Association Annual Conference

Erie, PA, October 24, 2006 --(PR.com)-- Hundreds of art educators across the state will gather in Erie Oct. 26-29 at the Avalon Hotel to gain new insight and inspiration, learn new skills and keep abreast of current educational developments during the Pennsylvania Art Education Association’s annual conference.

“The conference features seven keynote speakers all with impressive national credentials, and over 75 workshops encompassing a huge array of topics given by some of the best art educators across the state,” said Kelly Armor, director of education and folk art for the Erie Art Museum and museum educator for the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA).

The Erie Art Museum has been working in conjunction with the PAEA to organize this state-wide conference. The Museum’s staff will offer multiple tours and workshops in the galleries and host a Halloween costume party in the Museum. Attendees will benefit from a basic framing, audio tour development and media relations workshops.

“The Pennsylvania Art Education Association actively supports and promotes visual art education through professional development, leadership and service. The Museum is proud to be a partner with the Pennsylvania Art Education Association in fostering lifelong learning and building community through art,” concluded Armor.

To register for the conference or to learn more about the workshop schedule, visit online at www.paea.org or contact the Erie Art Museum at (814) 459-5477.

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