Frequently Asked Questions
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What do you do?
Both simple and profound, The Key Idea Project unlocks, collects and showcases the big ideas of adults and children. People reveal their optimism as we document their big ideas and dreams as inspired by used keys. Read some KeyStories here. We are currently collecting for two projects The Key to Our American Dreams and Keys to Coping. |
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Participate in Keys to Our American Dreams.
It is time to dream big again. If you had a key that could open anything at all, What would your key open or start or do? Guidelines here Kits are available for groups of any size starting at $20.00 for four with shipping and return mailing included. See the kits. |
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Can I make a postcard for Keys to Coping?
YES Please do. Its a project for everyone • 1-100+ Make a postcard with an index card or other heavyweight paper or click for a template. See guidelines here Or create a digital postcard and email it to us. Project postcards are available. Contact us if you need some. [email protected] |
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How did the project get started?
The Key Idea Project began in 2014 with the Cape Cod and Islands Art Educators Association. We were looking for a project that would be meaningful, challenging and manageable for art students in grades pre-k through college. The Key Idea Project was offered at least once at all school districts on Cape Cod. It was a hit at our annual event - parents and grandparents wanted to make a KeyStory as well. The project has continued to grow and expand since then. See more. |
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Can I put KeyStones in my town?
Yes, it is fun to place the KeyStones, "hidden in plain sight" for other to discover. I will send you a box of 11, 10 to hide and 1 to keep, along with guidelines and tips. On hold for now... it will be back later. Read more • register a find. |
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Where can I see an exhibit?
The Key to Understanding at the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital in Boston, MA June 2020 The Wisdom of Children Exhibit available, please inquire [email protected] Can I host an exhibit? We are currently looking for exhibit venues for Keys to Coping • a postcard project |
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What is the route across the USA?
January - March 2020 Philadelphia PA, Baltimore MD, Williamsburg VA, Asheville NC, Nashville TN, Memphis TN, Vicksburg MS, New Orleans LA, Houston TX, Austin TX, El Paso TX, Santa Fe NM, Albuquerque NM, Nogales AZ, San Diego CA September 2021 Massachusetts to Florida. Planning now. Let us know if you have a group that wants to be a part of this. March - June 2022 TDB |
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Do you need keys?
We always need keys. As people create their KeyStory, we ask if they'd like to keep the key that inspired their artwork. Most people want it, we have given away over 5000 keys! Please send your used keys to The Key Idea • PO Box 304 • West Hyannis Port, MA • 02672 |
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Can I see more stories online?
Oh but of course. Keys to Coping and more Instagram Facebook also See the KeyStories by Series |
...and for Infrequently asked questions, click here
A few years ago, I placed an ad in the
Cape Cod Times Write to Know section asking for used keys.
The response was tremendous.
It was as if people were waiting to give them to someone who would use them.
Now we need more. Can you help?
Contact us with any questions.
[email protected]
or mail them to
PO Box 304
West Hyannisport, MA 02672
Cape Cod Times Write to Know section asking for used keys.
The response was tremendous.
It was as if people were waiting to give them to someone who would use them.
Now we need more. Can you help?
Contact us with any questions.
[email protected]
or mail them to
PO Box 304
West Hyannisport, MA 02672
Please consider a donation to this national project, designed to connect us to each other.
Financial donations sustain
The Keys to Our American Dreams
Financial donations sustain
The Keys to Our American Dreams