From Swords to Plowshares: Trench Art of the World Wars

Category: Exhibits

Location: Longmont Museum & Cultural Center

07/17/2010 01:00 pm - 09/26/2010 09:00 pm

From Swords to Plowshares offers a glimpse into the dazzling array of objects known as “trench art.” The term “trench art” applies to any item made by soldiers, prisoners of war, or civilians from war materials. Makers of trench art re-shaped artillery shells, bullets, shrapnel, aircraft parts, currency and other metal scrap into powerful artistic works. Often a treasure hidden in attics and basements, trench art tells a story of bravery, grief, patriotism and even comic relief in times of death and destruction.
Closed Mondays and City holidays

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Conact Name: Erik Mason

Contact Phone: 303-651-8374

Contact Email: museum@ci.longmont.co.us