The Tapestry of Tucson Project blends cultures that make the Old Pueblo unique. The project is located in the lobby at the Tucson Convention Center. This fiber optic state-of-the-art project consists of a giant-size map, which is activated by touching the countries on a computer monitor, which corresponds with the map. Information is then displayed on the screen about each country; including population, the area of the country, language and religious preferences and who in Tucson from each country has made a difference or is currently making a difference in Tucson.
European Multi-ethnic Alliance of Tucson, Inc. (EMAT) coordinated and produced the project. They are a non-profit, non-political, educational organization, which provides support, fosters interaction, good will, and strength among European ethnic clubs and organizations. The primary goal is to produce greater community awareness, increased participation, and stronger representation for ethnic activities through the year. |
