2024 Exhibition

The 2024 National theme, “African Americans and the Arts” celebrated the depth of African American art and its infusion with African, Caribbean, and the Black American lived experiences. In the fields of visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression, the African American influence has been paramount. African American artists have used art to preserve history and community memory as well as for empowerment. Artistic and cultural movements such as the New Negro, Black Arts, Black Renaissance, hip-hop, and Afrofuturism, have been led by people of African descent and set the standard for popular trends around the world. In 2024, we examine the varied history and life of African American arts and artisans. (ASALH)
 

Curated and presented by Junctions, the 2024 Lakeshore Mall, “African Americans and the Arts – Visual Reflections - Preserving History and Community” was a colorful and educational exhibit celebrating “Visual Reflections of Africa.”  The exhibit displayed several artifacts, artwork and clothing presentations, literature from African Americans, including many works that are no longer in print. Musical instruments from Africa and a video showing how to play them can be seen and heard.

 

Results:  The exhibit was initially scheduled as a one-day event, February 24, 2024, but opened ahead of scheduled on February 16, 2024 (Sneak Peak Day), through February 24, 2024. The exhibit saw an average of 40 visitors per day.

 

Presentation

Lauretta B. Stephens

Underground Railroad and Quilt Presentation - Saturday, February 24, 2024 - 5 p.m.

Gallery

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