BGuthrie Photos: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 02 -- 223,059 dead)

DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 02 -- 223,059 dead):

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2020_11_02B2_In_AmericaPC: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... -- Press Conference (140 photos from 11/02/2020)
2020_10_22_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 01 -- 222,220 dead) (77 photos from 10/22/2020)
2020_10_23A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 02 -- 223,059 dead) (51 photos from 10/23/2020)
2020_10_24_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 03 -- 223,975 dead) (72 photos from 10/24/2020)
2020_10_27B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 04 -- 225,792 dead) (30 photos from 10/27/2020)
2020_10_28B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 05 -- 226,728 dead) (72 photos from 10/28/2020)
2020_10_31E1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 06 -- 229.711 dead) (49 photos from 10/31/2020)
2020_11_02B1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 07 -- 231,003 dead) (11 photos from 11/02/2020)
2020_11_03B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 08 -- 231,591 dead) (44 photos from 11/03/2020)
2020_11_04B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 09 -- 232,657 dead) (33 photos from 11/04/2020)
2020_11_05A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 10 -- 233,777 dead) (121 photos from 11/05/2020)
2020_11_06_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 11 -- 235,056 dead) (50 photos from 11/06/2020)
2020_11_07B1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 12 -- 236,178 dead) (34 photos from 11/07/2020)
2020_11_08G_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 13 -- 237,154 dead) (16 photos from 11/08/2020)
2020_11_09A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 14 -- 237,154 --> 237,608 dead) (55 photos from 11/09/2020)
2020_11_10_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 15 -- 238,251 dead) (79 photos from 11/10/2020)
2020_11_13A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 16 -- 241,949 --> 242,435 dead) (65 photos from 11/13/2020)
2020_11_14F_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 17 -- 244,448 dead) (36 photos from 11/14/2020)
2020_11_16C_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 18 -- 246,255 dead) (15 photos from 11/16/2020)
2020_11_17_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 19 -- 247,356 dead) (41 photos from 11/17/2020)
2020_11_19A1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 20 -- 248,707 --> 250,537 dead) (118 photos from 11/19/2020)
2020_11_20A1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 21 -- 250,537 --> 252,861 dead) (71 photos from 11/20/2020)
2020_11_22A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 22 -- 254,489 --> 256,163 dead) (64 photos from 11/22/2020)
2020_11_23B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 23 -- 256,837 dead) (27 photos from 11/23/2020)
2020_11_24A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 24 -- 256,837 --> 258,172 dead) (57 photos from 11/24/2020)
2020_11_25B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 25 -- 260,065 dead) (33 photos from 11/25/2020)
2020_11_26_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 26 -- 262,446 dead) (57 photos from 11/26/2020)
2020_11_27A_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 27 -- 262,446 --> 263,525 dead) (40 photos from 11/27/2020)
2020_11_28B1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 28 -- 263,525 --> 265,146 dead) (133 photos from 11/28/2020)
2020_11_29A1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 29 -- 265,146 --> 266,357 dead) (127 photos from 11/29/2020)
2020_11_30A1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 30 -- 267.080 dead) (163 photos from 11/30/2020)
2020_12_01_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 31 -- Deinstall Day 1) (38 photos from 12/01/2020)
2020_12_02B_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 32 -- Deinstall Day 2) (25 photos from 12/02/2020)
2020_12_03A1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 33 -- Deinstall Day 3) (166 photos from 12/03/2020)
2020_12_08E1_In_America: DC -- Event: In America: How could this happen... (art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg) (Visit 34 -- Empty field) (22 photos from 12/08/2020)

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1. INAMER_201023_008.JPG: 223,059
2. INAMER_201023_030.JPG: [This was the initial draft of the installation's FAQ. It was revised by the time the project officially opened.] Docent Information * This Art Installation is privately funded by Artist Suzanne Firstenberg to memorialize those who have been lost to Covid-19. Ruppert Landscaping has generously donated designs and labor to make this installation possible. * You are invited to plant flags in reflection and participation. If you would like to write the name of someone lost to Covid-19 on the Flags before planting, we have a Reception Tent where you can find the materials and Staff to guide you. * Over 220,000 Flags will be planted in this green space over the next few weeks. Each flag represents a life lost. The number of flags in the exhibit mirrors the number of lives lost to COVID-19. This number is updated daily on the billboard. * This Art Installation was created to provide a space of collective reflection and mourning. We ask that visitors enjoy the space, but please observe social distancing and wear masks at all times. * The installation will be open from 11am - 6pm on Weekdays and 9am - 6pm on weekends. * The smaller section of Flags in front of the large billboard represents the number of lives that would have been lost in New Zealand, a county who has fortunately suffered the least amount of lives lost to Covid-19. The number has been adjusted to show the number of lives lost if New Zealand had the same population size as the United States. Frequently Asked Questions Q. Is this exhibit politically charged /focused? A. The artist intended for the installation to be apolitical and only wanted to memorialize those who have been lost. Regardless of political opinion, everyone should be able to respect and honor the lives needlessly lost in this pandemic. Q. Can I participate? A. YES!!! We need volunteers daily and would love to have your help. Please find the Volunteer Coordinators under the Reception Tents to sign up. Q. Can we take a Flag home with us? A. NO. Please make sure not to remove any flags from the grounds of the exhibit. Q. Can I write something other than a name on a Flag to be planted? A. No. We have to adhere to the purpose of the artist's vision to maximize the impact. [This restriction was immediately dropped.] Q. How long will this be running here? A. Tentatively, we will have this up until November 6th, 2020.
3. INAMER_201023_051.JPG: I hope you dance Ricky Taylor
4. INAMER_201023_098.JPG: Dave
5. INAMER_201023_100.JPG: The In America: How could this happen... art installation by Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg, commemorating those who died in the USA from Covid, continues to grow at the DC Stadium/Armory. The goal is one white flag for every American who has died of Covid and the count is updated every day. Folks are invited to write the names of friends and loved ones who've died from the pandemic so they can be part of the memorial. It should be up until November 6.
6. INAMER_201023_110.JPG: Installed By Ruppert Landscape www.ruppertlandscape.com
7. INAMER_201023_127.JPG: Mrs. Louise Green + Mr. Chester Green Independence, KS
8. INAMER_201023_136.JPG: Wash DC In memory of Lee Johnson
9. INAMER_201023_222.JPG: He was doing an AIDS ribbon which was filled in later.
10. INAMER_201023_244.JPG: Dr. Sidney Rankin [I did this one for a friend]
11. INAMER_201023_263.JPG: Matthew John Greenisen [Another flag that I did for a friend]
12. INAMER_201023_500.JPG: Kamilah Smith
13. INAMER_201023_529.JPG: Romeo Agtarap, RN ER Nurse NY Presbyterian Hospital
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2020 photos: Well, that was a year, wasn't it? The COVID-19 pandemic cut off most events here in DC after March 11 and then the BLM protests started followed by the child president trying to steal the election in November. Trump's handling of the pandemic has been a series of disastrous missteps and lies, encouraging his minions to not wear masks and increasing the deaths here. As the chant goes -- Hey, hey, POTUS-A; how many folks did you kill today? Number of photos taken this year: about 246,000, the fewest number of photos I had taken in any year since 2007.
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