Exhibit: Jobin Collection of Micronesian Artifacts

• Event Date: Monday, May 2, 2011–Sunday, September 11, 2011
• Location: Spurlock Museum, 600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, IL
• Cost: Free

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Terry Jobin served as one of the first Peace Corps volunteers in the Truk (now Chuuk) Islands of the Federated States of Micronesia. From 1966 to 1972, Mr. Jobin lived within the communities, traveling to teach at the Namanuito Atoll, Ulul, and Magur Islands.

The objects in this collection served as tools for community members in the acquisition and preparation of food, highlighting the importance of sailing and fishing prowess. As a member of the community, Mr. Jobin used these objects to participate in everyday activities. They were created with materials grown and found locally. For example, the goggles are carved from local wood and fitted with recycled glass and rubber.