Memphis in May International Festival 2006 Celebrates Costa Rica
This year, the Memphis in May International Festival salutes the "eco" logical choice in 2006,  Costa Rica!

Festival goers will discover the awesome environmental wonders, learn about the exotic animals and insects, taste the treats of Central America, and enjoy all the sights, sounds, and secrets Costa Rica has to offer. Plus celebrate Memphis' culture of music, food, and fun during the 30th anniversary of Memphis in May International Festival 2006!

Memphis in May International Festival believes that introducing foreign nations and diverse cultures to the people in Memphis is its most important mission.

Each year the festival brings performers and exhibits from the honored country to Memphis in order to supply an authentic experience of the honored country for the people of Memphis.

The International events occur all over the city of Memphis in schools, museums, and parks.

The International events planned for each year normally include dancers, musicians, artists, speakers, exhibitions, arts and crafts, and performing groups visiting Memphis to educate the community in regard to the traditions and customs of the honored country.

A bright and rhythmic design by Memphis, local artist Nancy Cheairs highlights the fine art poster for the Memphis in May International Festival 2006 honouring Costa Rica.

The poster, its colors and motifs reflecting the tropical environment of Costa Rica, was unveiled Wednesday night at Sovereign Wealth Management, the poster's sponsor.

Cheairs is a widely collected artist in the region. Her last exhibition was a group of new paintings shown at Memphis College of Art in 2005.

The poster serves as official symbol of the month long international event that includes the Beale Street Music Festival, the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest and the Sunset Symphony.

The 2006 fine art poster will be sold in the unsigned version for $30 and in a limited, signed and numbered edition for $60.