Via Metropolitan Transit is commemorating the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act by hosting “The Color of Blind” Art Exhibit, which will be on display in the lobby of The Grand at Via Villa from July 28 through Aug. 21.
“The Color of Blind” is an interactive, multi-sensory art show conceived by local artist and teacher Trina Bacon as an opportunity to share art with visually impaired individuals and others with special sensory needs or challenges. The artworks are designed to provide a fuller sensory experience that differs from the traditional museum visit.
“Everyone should be able to fully experience art,” said Bacon, who is also the curator of the exhibit. “Through our transformative efforts, we strive to say, ‘Yes, please touch the art.’”
“The Color of Blind” will be on display in The Grand at 123 N. Medina St. weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. By hosting the exhibit, Via is helping promote a more inclusive arts community for a more diverse audience. “The Color of Blind” is free and open to the public, and visitors are encouraged to touch and interact with the artworks.
“Innovative efforts such as The Color of Blind allow our community to be more inclusive,” said Via President/CEO Jeffrey Arndt. “Via is proud to celebrate 25 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act by hosting this special exhibit and partnering with the arts community in a non-traditional way to call attention to the importance of inclusiveness in San Antonio and beyond.”
Via plays a major role in providing connections to the community it serves, including passengers with disabilities. In 2014, Via provided 44.4 passenger trips throughout its 13-city service area and more than one million rides on Viatrans, its paratransit service. Via's mission is to enhance the community's quality of life by providing regional and customer-oriented public transportation that is dependable, cost-effective and enticing to more riders. Via's AAA bond rating reflects the organization’s sound management and financial practices.
