To celebrate the opening of CHARACTERS: Type in Action, MODA will host a special panel discussion and reception. The evening will begin with a dynamic conversation featuring:

• Tré Seals, the visionary founder of Vocal Type, whose innovative work forms the exhibition's core

• Kaleena Sales, a leading voice in diversifying design, the editor of Centered: People & Ideas Diversifying Design, and the exhibition's writer

• Michael Ellsworth and Raya Leary of the design firm Civilization, which designed CHARACTERS for MODA

The discussion will be moderated by David Tann of Tantrum Agency.

The discussion will be followed by an exhibition preview and reception. Tickets are available at https://www.museumofdesign.org/moda-events/characters-opening-party.

CHARACTERS: Type in Action explores the role of typography in social justice movements throughout history, shining a spotlight on the intersection of design and activism. It was co-created for MODA by renowned typographer and designer Tré Seals, founder of diversity-driven foundry Vocal Type, and design studio Civilization. The exhibition showcases the work of Seals, whose typefaces pay homage to social justice leaders and movements across the globe. "Characters" celebrates the enduring legacy of typography in amplifying voices and driving societal change, featuring works that highlight historical icons like Harriet Tubman, W.E.B. Du Bois, Eva Peron and Ruby Bridges.