Article: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF A pioneer WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE.(Suffolk Sun)

By Eric Feber

The Virginian-Pilot

An exhibit on display through Oct. 30 at the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts presents a shining example of the rags-to-riches American immigrant dream while celebrating one of Suffolk's most beloved adopted sons.

"Obici: The Immigrant Experience" opened during a private preview Aug. 21 for Suffolk dignitaries, members of Suffolk Sister Cities Inc. and visitors from Oderzo , Italy, Suffolk's sister city and birthplace of Amedeo Obici , subject of the exhibit.

"We held the preview so the Italians could see it," said Mary Jane Naismith , president of Suffolk Sister Cities. "We hosted 35 adults and youth ...

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