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Through the medium of painted Glass-Art, this impressive project will depict freedom, determination, love, honor, adventure, courage, duty, charity, respect, perseverance and other attributes that show the successes of humanity throughout history. The Roots of Humanity Foundation, a 501-C 3 non-profit foundation, will manage the multi-faceted project and make the decisions that ultimately lead to the completion of Roots of Humanity as well as its presentation and function in the future. Scholars, artists, students, structural and mechanical engineers, and builders will be gathered from throughout the world to breathe life into a 48 foot tall by 80 feet in diameter globe that will be illuminated both from within and without.The Foundation, however, needs more than top quality leaders to make Roots of Humanity a reality. It needs invested people willing to donate resources for an intricately detailed and meticulous endeavor that will inspire, teach and unite those who see this stunning building made of art-glass.

Roots of Knowledge is a world changing artistic venture created by renowned artist Tom Holdman and through a partnership with Utah Valley University. The project seeks to use the power and beauty of stained glass art to "influence and illuminate mankind's story." The ultimate goal is to "awaken the conscience of a generation and ignite the desire to look back and glean from those who have walked this way before." The project consists of 80 stained glass panels ranging from 10-25 feet in height by 150 feet long and will span the front of the UVU library. Four panels have already been installed but when entirely completed in the Spring of 2017, this magnificent masterpiece will be the greatest stained glass achievement in the world. To document this incredible journey, the legendary and award winning filmmaker, Lee Groberg has agreed to create a docudrama film series that will air on PBS. To learn more or to get involved with this incredible project, visit www.rootsofknowledge.org or the UVU Library.