
On Friday, May 23rd, the Altos de Chavón Art Gallery was transformed into a vibrant stage of creative expression with the inauguration of the highly anticipated Annual Art Exhibition of the Abraham Lincoln School. Starting at 6:30 p.m., parents, students, and members of the educational community gathered to celebrate the artistic talent of the students, in a night filled with color, emotion, and pride.
Displayed across the two levels of the gallery, the exhibited works—which include drawings, paintings, sculptures, installations, and papier-mâché projects—were created by students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade. The exhibition offered an impressive range of styles, techniques, and themes, from portraits and still lifes to modern interpretations and three-dimensional pieces.
The presence of entire families, sharing laughter, enthusiastically pointing out artworks, and capturing memories, added a heartwarming atmosphere to the event. Moments like a mother proudly pointing to her daughter's work, or a young artist posing in front of their colorful drawing, reflected the formative and emotional value of this annual exhibition.
This exhibition makes visible the committed work of the institution's art teachers, who guide students in the process of discovering and developing their artistic voice.
About Abraham Lincoln School
Founded in 1917 and owned by the Central Romana Corporation, the Abraham Lincoln School is located within the Central Romana complex in the city of La Romana, Dominican Republic. Its educational community is comprised of 40 teachers – 25 British and 15 Dominican – and its curriculum combines the British National Curriculum with the IGCSE program at the secondary level. Additionally, it integrates local subjects in Spanish, such as Dominican History and Literature. Upper-grade students prepare for admission to international universities with exams like the SAT and TOEFL.