Snapshot: Conner Prairie opens Makesmith exhibit Anna Skinner 6 years ago Norman Burns cuts the Makesmith exhibit ribbon with board members, child volunteers and more. Conner Prairie President Norman Burns introduces the Makesmith exhibit during a preview event Jan. 11. (Photos by Anna Skinner) Rachel Poe speaks about the exhibit. Norman Burns cuts the Makesmith exhibit ribbon with board members, child volunteers and more. Sara Gable, right, assist Eva Suarez with sewing. Lisa Vaughan, left, and Laura Vaughan work on a project together.