New ‘Barnard Way’ sign unveiled

In celebrating Barnard’s 125 Anniversary with Founder’s Day, the college has just revealed a new sign at the corner of Broadway and 116th.

Today only from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Barnard is opening its doors to the public to celebrate its history and legacy in women’s education.

According to Barnard’s press release, the following free activities will be available to the public:

• An opening ceremony, which will celebrate the unveiling of “Barnard Way” at the corner of 116th Street and Broadway. City officials and elected representatives will attend, including DOT Commissioner Polly Trottenberg ’86, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer, City Councilmember Mark Levine, Congressman Jerrold Nadler, and others.
• Mini-courses taught by Barnard’s liberal arts faculty, including a Group Voice class, an African Dance class, and lectures on New York City’s history, politics, public services, environmental initiatives and more.
• Exhibition of artwork by alumnae artists including Erica Baum ’84, Sarah Charlesworth ’69, Annabel Daou ’89, and Louise McCagg ’59, among many others.
• Barnard Dances 125, a multimedia installation that, with the help of a smartphone app, brings historical photos to life with dances choreographed by current students.
• Kid-friendly activities including science demonstrations in Barnard’s laboratories, fitness activities and an obstacle course run by Barnard’s physical education department, and games and crafts hosted by the renowned Barnard Toddler Center.
• A variety of New York City food trucks.

Be sure to stop by the corner of Barnard Way and 116th to join in the festivities!

Photo courtesy of Anonymous Tipster