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"Arcatao Through My Eyes" showcases photographs taken by Roland Torres while he was a delegate from Madison to the sister city of Arcatao, El Salvador in August 2006. The photography collection is on display in the Second Floor Gallery of the Central Library at 201 W. Mifflin St. through November 2007.

As he captured his images on film, Torres was moved by the residents' accounts of the suffering they had encountered during the twelve years of civil war (1980 - 1992).

Torres says, "There is a very strong faith life, a strong value of family and education, and an incredible sense of community organization, support and solidarity. There is a sense of hope, caring and promise for a brighter future and the sistering connection between Madison and Arcatao continues to play an important role in this future."

Contacts

  • Trent Miller, (608) 266-6345