How Music and Art Have Helped Black Americans Weather Troubling Times
In 1975, Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes laid down a melodic mandate that applies to our times: “Wake up, everybody / No more ...
At the Met, Black Artists Salute an Enduring Affinity With Egypt
A shimmering dream on the Nile has inspired creativity from the Harlem Renaissance to Kara Walker to Beyoncé. But how much can you play with the past?
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Exhibition of Black figures at the Philly Art Museum is right on time
“The Time Is Always Now” is a touring exhibition that originated at the National Portrait Gallery in London, where Eshun is ...
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Top 5 African American holiday party themes for a festive season
Hosting a holiday event that reflects African American culture can make the gathering feel even more special and meaningful.
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Art Melanated Hosts Black Art Empowerment Summit
Art Melanated, founded by Sol and Jennia Aponte, ushered in a new chapter for Black art appreciation and investment with ...
This Black queer artist is painting their vision for an inclusive trans utopia
With a paintbrush in one hand and a camera in the other, Gatekeeper Adrian is on a mission to reimagine what it means to be ...
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How Bob Thompson Created an Art Community
Fearless, prolific, and protean from the start of his career, Thompson was able to absorb influences from both contemporary ...
Art Gallery Represents Dozens Of African American Artists
Overdue Recognition Art Gallery in Bowie represents dozens of African American artists, offers custom framing services and ...
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Oakland dance company founder promotes power of Black art
Sharon Chin reports on how Deborah Vaughn promotes Black arts in Oakland with Dimensions Dance Theater. What Marco Rubio's ...
At an art festival in Dakar, artists from both sides of the Atlantic examine the legacy of slavery
The wake of slavery impacted all Americans, said Diana Baird N’Diaye, the show's curator. She is based between the U.S. and ...