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About the Exhibition:
“Lions & Tigers & Puppy Mills...Oh My! : Misery in Missouri 2009” is an art exhibit sponsored by the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation. The goal of the exhibit is to shed light on current animal welfare legislation in the state of Missouri through a visual means. Following the success of the “Puppies are Biodegradable“ & “Misery in Missouri 2008” art exhibitions to educate Missourians on the puppy mill problem that faces Missouri, the Alliance in conjunction with Framations Art Gallery has decided to continue this outreach program for animal welfare and spotlight animal welfare issues each year as the exhibit tours the state.
Missouri, already branded the "Puppy Mill Capital of the United States", is now fast approaching claiming the title of the "Exotic Capital", due to the scarce amount of legislation currently regarding exotic animals. This show consists of original artwork created especially in support of the cause of animal welfare shedding light on current legislation affecting Missouri animals . The range of artists reflects the diversity of art practices, and unites them into one theme: They give voice to the thousands of Missouri animals who cannot speak for themselves. Artist statements accompany each piece and add another dimension to this provocative and compelling exhibit.
Presented by the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation in conjunction with Framations Art Gallery, all proceeds donated directly benefit the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation, to help enact laws in the state of Missouri to end & prevent such miseries from occuring in Missouri. Admission to the exhibits is free except during event reception benefit nights. Event Reception general admission is $10.00 with all admission fees donated to the Alliance. "Canine Crusader" admission is $50.00 and includes a limited edition t-shirt & cd-rom of the exhibit. 50% of all "Misery in Missouri" art sales will be donated to the Missouri Alliance. The 50% balance goes directly to the artist. So when you purchase artwork from the exhibit, not only are you supporting the work of the Alliance, but also local artists in Missouri!
It is the great shame of our state that so many animals in Missouri live their entire life in misery. The Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation seeks to provide access, education and awareness to foster change, and bring to an end the suffering of thousands of animals.
 
We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.
-Immanual Kent
Click here to see the article from the Washington Missourian about the exhibit!
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