When a person is lost, their impact can be celebrated in the art — and memories — they left behind.
My guest today is Lori Quick, the Exhibitions & Communications Coordinator at the UNB Centre for Learning Futures and the UNB Art Centre. She has spearheaded an exhibition of the works of beloved Fredericton artist and artist supporter, Biff Mitchell, who was unexpectedly lost some time ago. She discusses her memories of Biff and his work, the building of the exhibition, and the special evening of presentation, music and memories planned to be at the UNB Art Centre.
The exhibition in Biff Mitchell’s memory, Silence Says it All runs until June 5th at the UNB Art Centre.
The Celebration of the Life of Biff Mitchell, hosted by the UNB Art Centre, will be held on June 5th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., in the Memorial Hall Auditorium on the UNB Fredericton Campus. This will be a time to celebrate the joy, humour, love, and gratitude we still hold because of Biff’s presence as well as collectively work through how deeply his absence is felt within the community. We will share readings, musical performances, memories, and expressions of love and appreciation for Biff in an interactive art guestbook.
To preserve Biff’s creative legacy, The Biff Mitchell Memorial Collective’s goal is that Biff’s papers, books, and digital ephemera will be housed at UNB Libraries Archives & Special Collections in Fredericton. This archive will be dedicated to preserving the life’s work of this remarkable author for future generations. By donating a book, you will ensure that Biff’s writing will continue to shape conversations, spark readers, researchers, and inspire aspiring writers who will benefit from access to his words and ideas. Together, we can honour Biff, celebrate his imagination, and invest in his legacy – one book at a time.
The link below will take you to the gift registry to select a copy to donate.
Biff Mitchell Legacy Archive Adopt A Book Drive
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