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| Author, illustrator Theodor Geisel, 1976 |
This Friday,
San Diego History Center opens exuberant tribute to Dr. Seuss and Theodor
Geisel
GUEST BLOG—By Matthew Schiff--The San Diego
History Center, located in Balboa Park, will launch its 2015 Centennial
Celebration year tomorrow, Friday, November 21, 2014, with a marquee exhibition
celebrating San Diego’s renowned local author, Theodor Geisel.
Entitled INGENIOUS! The World of Dr. Seuss, the
exhibition, developed in cooperation with locally-based Dr. Seuss Enterprises,
L.P. and Chase Art Companies, will feature artwork by Geisel, some inspired by
San Diego locales. This whimsical fun-filled exhibition will also include
family-friendly activities based on Dr. Seuss books’ underlying themes:
Literacy, the Environment, Family, and Community.
“Dr. Seuss
Enterprises is proud to bring this exhibition to Ted’s home for the people of
San Diego to enjoy,” said Susan Brandt, President of Dr. Seuss Enterprises,
L.P. “Many locals know that Dr. Seuss lived here, and while they have read his
books many have not yet seen his art. This exhibition will show the community
another fantastical side of Dr. Seuss.”
“The History
Center is proud to announce that the Navarra Family and Jerome’s Furniture are
the Presenting Sponsors of INGENIOUS! The World of Dr. Seuss,” stated History
Center Executive Director, Charlotte Cagan. “Through this generous sponsorship,
the History Center will present this signature offering as part of our 2015
Centennial Celebration.”
“Jerome's
Furniture is honored to be the Presenting Sponsor of this unique exhibition
celebrating Dr. Seuss and his connection to Southern California, families, and
literacy,” stated Jerry Navarra, the company’s chairman and namesake. “We are
particularly pleased to underwrite the launch of this exhibition in 2014, our
60th anniversary year. As a longtime San Diego family business, we support this
family-friendly exhibition celebrating the work of Theodor Geisel, a fellow San
Diegan, as our gift to the community and as part of the 2015 Centennial
Celebration of our beloved Balboa Park. ““I read Dr. Seuss books to my
children, and now I read them to my grandchildren, “continued Jerry. “They inspire and teach in such a fun way.”
In
describing the exhibition, Cagan stated, “This exhibition is a unique two-fold
presentation: We will feature the artwork of Theodor Geisel, particularly works
inspired by our locale, providing an exceptional opportunity to showcase him as
a serious San Diego artist; and we will create a dynamic, immersive family
experience inspired by the whimsically creative books of Dr. Seuss.”
A Dr. Seuss
reading nook will feature weekend readings by celebrity readers. Representing
the Navarra family, Annie Navarra stated, “I eagerly join with my family in
support of this exhibition of the world’s most celebrated author. The Navarra
family has been part of San Diego history since the beginning of the last
century. I look forward to participating in the Weekend Story Hour along with
other outstanding members of our community, kicked off by my brother Jerry.”
Other
celebrity readers include Mayor Kevin Faulconer, SDG&E Chairman Jessie J.
Knight Jr., UCSD Extension Dean Mary L. Walshok and a duo reading by former
Mayor Jerry Sanders (now President & CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber
of Commerce) and his wife Rana Sampson, vice president and promotions manager
at Union Bank.
The History
Center’s CELEBRATE SAN DIEGO! exhibition line-up also includes: Masterworks of
the Exposition Era, featuring renowned artwork displayed at the 1915 Art
Exhibition; San Diego Invites the World, a multi-media commemoration of the
1915 Exposition; and a new documentary film on the History of Balboa Park,
funded in part by the San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) and the San Diego
Tourism Marketing District.
ABOUT DR. SEUSS
Theodor
“Seuss” Geisel is quite simply the most beloved children’s book author of all
time. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1984, an Academy Award, three Emmy
Awards, three Grammy Awards, and three Caldecott Honors, Geisel wrote and
illustrated 44 books for children. Hundreds of millions of copies have found
their way into homes and hearts around the world. While Theodor Geisel died on
September 24, 1991, Dr. Seuss lives on, inspiring generations of children of
all ages to explore the joys of reading.
ABOUT DR. SEUSS ENTERPRISES, L.P.
The primary
focus of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. is to protect the integrity of the Dr.
Seuss books while expanding beyond books into ancillary areas. This effort is a
strategic part of the overall mission to nurture and safeguard the relationship
people have with Dr. Seuss characters. Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) said he
never wanted to license his characters to anyone who would “round out the
edges.” That is one of the guiding philosophies of Dr. Seuss Enterprises.
Audrey S. Geisel, the widow of Dr. Seuss, heads Dr. Seuss Enterprises as CEO.
ABOUT JEROME’S
Founded in
1954, Jerome’s Furniture is a family-owned and operated business headquartered
in San Diego, California with nine showrooms and eight clearance centers
located across Southern California. The
10th Jerome’s location will open in Anaheim this fall. Jerome’s currently
employs more than 530 people. Regarded fondly by generations of families,
Jerome’s is known as the best furniture retailer for value (“Jerry’s Price’)
and a wide selection of products and services such as same-day delivery,
interior design services, and financing. More information can be found by
visiting www.jeromes.com
ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO HISTORY CENTER
The San
Diego History Center, which operates its flagship museum in Balboa Park as well
as the JunÃpero Serra Museum in Presidio Park, tells the diverse story of our
region―past, present, and future―educating and enriching our community,
preserving our history and fostering civic pride. The History Center was
founded in 1928 and is one of the oldest and largest historical organizations
in California. It is one of only a handful of institutions nationwide that is
dedicated to celebrating the heritage of a major American city.
Admission to
both museums is: $8, $6, and $4. Children under 5 are free.
Stay connected with us!
http://www.sandiegohistory.org, facebook.com/sandiegohistorycenter,
@SanDiegoHistory
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