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Naper Settlement is set for new exhibit featuring baby boomer generation

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Above / Explore the influence of baby boomers such as environmentalist Erin Brockovich through 19 large-mount photos by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders at a traveling exhibit, Jan. 18 through March 19, 2018.

Thomas Jacob Hilfiger

Naperville, IL — In recognition of the profound impact baby boomers have had on the world, Naper Settlement is proud to present the Newseum’s traveling exhibit “The Boomer List: Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders,” which features 19 large-format portraits of influential baby boomers — one born each year of the baby boom, from 1946 to 1964. The “Boomer List” exhibit will be on view from Jan. 18 to March 19. Visitors will experience the work of award-winning photographer and filmmaker Timothy Greenfield-Sanders and the boomers who reflect the depth, diversity and talent of their generation.

This exhibit, created in partnership with AARP, is free with daily museum admission, which is $5.25 adults, $4.75 seniors (62+) and $4 youth (4-12). Naperville residents (with proof of residency) and members receive free admission.

“We are extremely excited to be hosting ‘The Boomer List,’” said Director of Innovation and Experience, Lance Tawzer. “Making its Midwest premiere at Naper Settlement, we have a unique opportunity to provide a world-class, nationally touring exhibit to our community, and you do not need to be a boomer to enjoy this show. It is easy to be inspired by the boomer generation’s contributions to our country and culture.”

The baby boomer generation is known for shaking up attitudes about sex, race and politics, and influencing everything from science and technology to art and music. The 19 men and women selected for “The Boomer List,” include actor Samuel L. Jackson, co-founder of Apple Computer Steve Wozniak, environmentalist Erin Brockovich and AIDS activist Peter Staley.

Naper Settlement is located at 523 S. Webster Street at Aurora Avenue.

About Naper Settlement

Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor museum with the Martin Mitchell Mansion (Pine Craig) on the National Register of Historic places. The museum is set on 12 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville, where history comes to play and community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010.

About the Newseum

The Newseum is dedicated to free expression and the five freedoms of the First Amendment: religion, speech, press, assembly and petition. Headquartered on historic Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., the Newseum’s compelling, dynamic and engaging exhibits, programs and education initiatives help ensure that these fundamental freedoms remain strong and protected both today and for future generations. The Newseum Institute promotes the study, exploration and education of the challenges confronting freedom through its First Amendment Center and the Religious Freedom Center. The Newseum is a 501(c)(3) public charity funded by generous individuals, corporations and foundations, including the Freedom Forum. For more information, visit newseum.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Story submitted by Emma Vodick for Naper Settlement. Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders for “The Boomer List: Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders” Exhibit.

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