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Meet LJ Pemberton, the Kirkland Fine Arts Center Marketing and Patron Relations Manager | Community Voices

LJ Pemberton
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LJ Pemberton is the new marketing and patron relations manager for the Kirkland Fine Arts Center.

LJ Pemberton is the new marketing and patron relations manager for the Kirkland Fine Arts Center. She also coordinates social media for Millikin's College of Fine Arts. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey from Los Angeles to Decatur. She is also an artist and writer, and she shared what to expect in her upcoming book.

Randy Eccles enjoys talking with community members and joining them in becoming informed citizenry. Please reach out at randy.eccles@nprillinois.org.
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