African art

Featuring approximately 300 world-class objects, our collection highlights the evolution of culture and creativity in Africa.

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Sculptures by Leilah Babirye in a de Young African art gallery

Sculptures by Leilah Babirye in a de Young African art gallery

How Leilah Babirye’s Sculptures Celebrate African Art + Queer Identity

Bay Area artists and art historians on Leilah Babirye: We Have a History.

By Kristen Stain, artist and designer; Ivy Mills, lecturer in the history of art, UC Berkeley; Salimatu Amabebe, chef and multimedia artist

The Fearless Art Practice of Leilah Babirye

Learn about Leilah Babirye’s artistic practice and journey as an artist.

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How artist Lhola Amira is making space for rest

Hear about the inspiration behind the exhibition.

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Q+A: Making Lhola Amira an Exhibition for All

How to design an exhibition with accessibility in mind.

By Magnolia Molcan, in conversation with Natasha Becker and Karen Berniker

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