The Bay State: A Multicultural Landscape enjoyed its winter stay at The House of Seven Gables in Salem. 

Read more about the exhibit in the excellent piece by Terry Date in the Salem News:

Chester found Fitzroy Alexander, 54, at a ceremony at the Immigrant Learning Center Inc. in Malden, where he was recognized as the Immigrant Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014.

Alexander came to the U.S. at 16 years old and became a citizen 25 years ago. He’s the owner of Traditional Breads Inc., in Lynn, and employs 150 people.

Alexander said America means opportunity for those who work hard.

“It’s a land of opportunity — if you put your mind to it, anything is possible,” he said.

Alexander said he is biased toward Chester, a friend, and he holds Chester’s photo project in high esteem.

“I applaud it — having the stamina and integrity to really portray that person how he sees them,” Alexander said.