“Hidden in Plain Sight”

Traveling exhibit designed to help parents recognize potential warning signs

Looks can be deceiving.

That’s the message behind a unique traveling exhibit created by Intersect, Inc. in collaboration with the Madison County Sheriff’s Department.

“Hidden in Plain Sight” is an interactive display designed to help parents of teens recognize unfamiliar hazards that are often in plain sight.

By walking through a makeshift child’s bedroom, parents learn to identify objects that could provide mental health awareness and insights about risky behavior. Amidst the clutter of clothing scattered on the floor, school supplies on a desk, and personal care products on a vanity, there are more than 100 items that can be signs that a young person could be involved in risky, harmful, or even illegal activity. Participants will have an opportunity to interact with the items on display.

“Hidden in Plain Sight” will be on display at the Westfield Washington Schools Rock the Block event starting at 5 p.m. Aug. 2 at Westfield High School, 18250 N. Union St.

The exhibit is open to ADULTS ONLY. Pictures of the inside of the trailer will not be allowed.

“Hidden in Plain Sight” is a local educational resource made possible thanks to support from Intersect, Inc.; Madison County Sheriff’s Department, Pendleton Police Department, and WC Signs.