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October 4, 2022
Crossgates Welcomes “I Am More” Art & Writing Exhibit
— Art and writing exhibit reminds us we are more than our life situation, health diagnosis, mental illness or physical differences-–
Guilderland, NY – Crossgates has welcomed “I am More”, a public art and writing exhibit created by Gloucester, MA artist, Amy Kerr. The exhibit features paintings accompanied by essays to remind us that we are more than our life situation, health diagnosis, mental illness or physical differences. The exhibit will be on display during mall hours through October 27th on the lower level near APEX Entertainment.
After her struggle with depression, Amy was inspired to share her story and the story of others that they are more than the daily challenges they live with. The faces and essays exhibit covers issues that many struggle with including cancer, PTSD, anxiety, poverty, addiction, sexual abuse, suicide and surviving the Holocaust, among others. The portraits depict the subjects in some of their favorite locations or enjoying their favorite past times. The essay next to the portrait shares their story, how they overcame their struggles and how they are much more. According to Kerr, “The pain they live with is just one facet of a person with skills, gifts, loves and hopes that are sometimes overshadowed by the struggle for wellness. The purpose of ‘I Am More’ is to shine a light on these gifts and start a conversation about these often taboo subjects with the hope of encouraging others to reach out for help and support, and to feel less alone.
A list of mental health resources is provided related to the topics addressed. Crossgates Marketing Director, Jen Smith shared, “Crossgates is honored to be selected for the Albany stop on this exhibit’s tour and share these meaningful stories with the community. The exhibit reminds us that someone walking among us could be suffering, so many of us have challenges, that we are not alone, and there is help.”
The exhibit has been traveling since October 2019. For more about Amy Kerr, and the “I am More” exhibit, please visit amykerrdraws.org.
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About Crossgates:
Crossgates is the Capital Region’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination offering an impressive selection of national brands and the newest retail concepts. The center is anchored by Macy’s, JCPenney, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Best Buy, while offering more than 180 retail shops, including Apple. Crossgates offers 10 entertainment venues and over 20 on-site eateries, such as Dave & Buster’s, Get Air, Billy Beez, Apex Entertainment, The Standard Restaurant & Lounge, Maggie McFly’s and Regal Cinemas with IMAX, or simply relax at our award-winning day spa, Spa Mirbeau. Located adjacent to a dual-branded 192-room Homewood Suites and Tru by Hilton hotel Crossgates is your destination to EAT. SHOP. PLAY. Additional information regarding Crossgates can be found at shopcrossgates.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
About Pyramid Management Group, LLC:
Pyramid Management Group, owner of Crossgates, is one of the largest, most innovative, privately-held real estate developers in the northeast. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, Pyramid’s portfolio of dynamic shopping, dining and entertainment destinations and expanding hospitality presence dominate the northeast with 14 properties located throughout New York and Massachusetts. For nearly 50 years, Pyramid has built its reputation on being first, fast, ahead of the curve and always what’s next, leading the industry in combining the best elements of traditional retail with world-class dining and entertainment, all under one roof. For more information, visit www.pyramidmg.com.