The Owensboro Museum of Science and History is partnering with the Through Sleet’s Eyes Committee for a new exhibit highlighting the work of Pulitzer Prize-winning Owensboro native Moneta Sleet Jr., whose photography helped document and define the American Civil Rights Movement. The exhibit opens today.
According to a release, the exhibit features iconic photographs capturing pivotal moments and figures of the Civil Rights era, offering visitors an intimate look at the courage, resilience, and humanity of a transformative period in American history. Museum leaders said the exhibition celebrates Sleet’s historic career and his deep roots in Owensboro.
Isaac Settle, executive director of the museum, said the exhibit carries special significance for the local community and provides an opportunity to connect Owensboro’s history to a broader national story.
“This exhibit is deeply meaningful to our community,” Settle said. “The opportunity to learn about the Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer who grew up in Owensboro is incredibly special. We’re excited for people of all ages to experience these images and better understand both our local legacy and the national impact of the civil rights movement.”
Emmy Woosley, chair of the Through Sleet’s Eyes Committee, said the partnership with the museum helps make the exhibit accessible and impactful for residents and visitors alike.
“We’re honored to partner with the Owensboro Museum of Science and History to bring Through Sleet’s Eyes to the public,” Woosley said. “This collaboration allows us to share an important piece of history in a way that’s accessible, meaningful, and impactful for our community.”
The exhibit will be available during regular museum hours, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is included with the museum’s $5 general admission fee. For more information, including group reservations, visit the museum’s website or Facebook page, or call 270-687-2732.