Time is generally thought to unfold monotonically. There are many things we might wish undone none the less. One is the development and use of the atomic bomb. The worldwide resources devoted to its creation, use, evolution and proliferation, over more than 50 years, both material and psychic, are incalculable.
Kyoto was an initial target because its "people [were judged as] being more highly intelligent and hence better able to appreciate the significance of the weapon". However it was spared because the secretary of war had fallen in love with the city on his honeymoon. Nagasaki and Hiroshima, August 6th and 9th, 1945, so long ago, were not spared.
Not being able to undo the past, remembrance is a way to meditate on decisions now to err not.
Thus is the mission of the Harmos project of community based art making, including art made by school children, as meditation and remembrance.
Saturday the project meets at Unthank Park by SEI, 510 N Shaver at 8PM
Sunday the project meets at the Japanese American Historical Plaza NW Naito and Couch in Waterfront Park at 7:30PM
Monday it is at Buckman School SE 16th and Taylor at 8PM
The essence of the gathering is a performance using the work made by children. A good kid thing. Details Harmos PDX Free
