PINWHEELS IN THE PARK: A COMMUNITY ART INSTALLATION
Have you ever seen a pinwheel spinning in the breeze? Besides being a playful toy, it also holds a special meaning.
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In 2008, the National Committee for Prevention of Child Abuse started Pinwheels For Prevention. The pinwheel became a symbol of child abuse prevention, representing joy, peace, and hope – things every child deserves. At Barnstone Art For Kids, we champion this by offering trauma-informed art programs to the community, with a special focus on fostering resilience in children who have experienced childhood trauma.
In 2021, our Executive Director, Sean Halloran, met with Phoenixville Borough Council member Beth Burkley to discuss a public art installation. The pinwheel, an uplifting symbol of childhood, seemed like the perfect choice. Barnstone partnered with local artist Tom Ransom, the Borough's Beautification Committee, and the Streets Team. On October 8, 2021, the first set of 3 pinwheels were unveiled at Reeves' Park!
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We install a new set of pinwheels every few months - so be sure to visit the park again soon to spot our next design! Or, follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.
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This installation, and all of our work, is only made possible thanks to support from the community. Learn more about supporting Barnstone today!
What your donation can do
$25 Donation
Supports Barnstone Art For Kids
$100 Donation
Funds a new mentor training session
$500 Donation
Pairs a mentor with a child in our trauma-informed program
$1,000 Donation
Sponsors a new On-The-Go program in our community
$2,500 Donation
Sponsors 24 children in the Power of Art program
Other ways to Support Barnstone
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Supply Donation
Have a box of like-new art supplies gathering dust in the garage? Send it our way! Barnstone accepts donations of gently-used art supplies, as well as household items like empty toilet paper rolls, bottle caps, boxes, plastic bottles, and milk cartons.
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Reach out to cian@barnstoneartforkids.org to coordinate your donation drop-off.
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Corporate Partnerships
We love our partners! Corporate partnerships are a great way for your team to give back to the community through on-site volunteering, supply drives, and other opportunities! Please reach out to sean@barnstoneartforkids.org for more information.