A traveling art exhibition called Hear/Say, part of the Tea on THC campaign, will open May 27 at the Center for Creativity in Fort Collins, Colorado, and run through May 31. The exhibition combines scientific research with visual art—including painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and installation—to spark public conversations about the health impacts of high-potency cannabis. It is organized by the Colorado School of Public Health and Initium Health following Colorado House Bill 1317, which mandated research and public outreach on high-potency THC products. A free opening reception is scheduled for May 29, with additional events planned in Colorado Springs in June.
This exhibition matters because it uses a 'science-informed art model' to engage communities in nuanced dialogue about cannabis, mental health, and public policy, moving beyond traditional health messaging. As Colorado was the first state to legalize recreational cannabis in 2014, the project addresses ongoing local debates about cannabis use and youth education, demonstrating how visual art can serve as a bridge between scientific data and public awareness.