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Liberty Arts Studio & Foundry presented local architect Phil Freelon with the first-ever Liberty Award, created to honor a person who has made a significant contribution to the arts and cultural community in Durham and beyond, at a special Feast from the Furnace dinner event. The award recognized Phil for his influential career that has included serving as a juror and consultant for Liberty’s effort to establish the Major the Bull statue in CCB Plaza and a key advocate when Liberty was in danger of losing its space. The event included a dinner from Chef Mike Lee of M Sushi, M Kokko and M Tempura as well as a glassblowing demonstration from furniture maker and Liberty Arts alum Elijah Leed. Several family members and friends of Phil shared inspiring words about his life and career.
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1 Liberty artist Tripp Jarvis, board members Beth Davis, Ilene Hadler, Aubrey Zinaich and Brit McInnis. 2 Liberty artists Kara Garrett and Emily Wismer. 3 Liberty Arts Studio Manager Evie G. Watts and Liberty artist David S. Huber. 4 Liberty artist Tricia Weiner and alumni artist Elijah Leed with Brad Miller, who assisted Elijah during the glassblowing demo. 5 Nnenna Freelon and the Freelon family applaud Phil Freelon’s (left) accomplishments.
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