Hands in Motion: Celebrating Robert F. Panara (1920-2014) Exhibit Opening

Event Image
Event poster for Hands in Motion: Celebrating Robert F. Panara (1920–2014). The top and bottom edges are decorated with colorful wavy lines in red, orange, yellow, green, and blue. In the center is a black-and-white photograph of Robert Panara speaking at a podium, wearing a suit and tie, with a yellow outline around his figure. Text on the left reads: “September 2025–May 2026, Wallace Library, 3rd floor. Opening Reception September 11 from 2–4pm.” Logos for RIT Archives and the NTID appear below the text.

Hands in Motion celebrates the enduring legacy of Robert Panara, poet, teacher, and advocate, through selections from his personal book collection, annotated texts, photographs, videotapes of his poetry and teaching, and other archival treasures. Through his life’s work, Panara helped the world see and hear Deaf culture in vibrant new ways.

Join us for the exhibit opening on Thursday, September 11, from 2–4 p.m. on the 3rd Floor of Wallace Library. Special guest John Panara, Robert’s son, will share reflections on his father’s life and impact. We’ll also hear from those involved in this year-long project, honoring the dedication and creativity of the students who brought this exhibition to life.

Come celebrate the vision, voice, and influence of one of RIT’s most beloved figures.


Contact
Elizabeth Call
This event may be photographed/videoed by RIT. By attending, you grant Rochester Institute of Technology (“RIT”) permission to use photographs and/or audio-visual recordings in which you appear, now and in the future, for illustration, promotion, art, editorial, advertising, and trade, or any other purpose.
Event Snapshot
When and Where
September 11, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Room/Location: 3rd floor
Parking Location:

For non-RIT attendees, you can park in Lot E (in front of MAGIC) in visitor parking.  First go to the Welcome Center to receive the parking pass.

Who

Open to the Public

Interpreter Requested?

Yes

Topics
deaf community