All stories
-
Art Is Like a Bright Star
Announcing the acquisition of 62 works by African American artists from the Southern United States.
-
February aka “African American–Black–Afro–Negro–Colored History Month”
February is known as Black History Month, an observance that originated in the U.S.
By Nashormeh Lindo
-
Local Voices S3 E3: Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation
Hear from Fredrika Newton and Xavier Buck of the Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation as they speak about the importance and responsibility of preserving the legacy of the Black Panther Party and its founder.
-
Local Voices S3 E4: Dana King
Meet Dana King, classical figurative sculptor and creator of many public monuments of Black bodies in bronze. King opens up her studio space and shares how sculptures can provide culturally impactful memories and moments of connection.
-
Local Voices S3 E7: See Black Womxn
Hear from Angela Hennessy and Tahirah Rasheed, co-founders of the Bay Area artist collective See Black Womxn.
-
Local Voices S3 E8: Lava Thomas
Join us for the last episode of Season 3 with multidisciplinary artist Lava Thomas.
-
Juneteenth: A Bittersweet Love Letter
What does it mean to celebrate “freedom” when so much has been stolen in the process?
By Yétúndé Olagbaju
-
From Patrick Kelly to Kanye West: Reappropriating and Commodifying Racist Memorabilia
Consider Patrick Kelly's reappropriation of racist imagery.
By Abram Jackson
-
Patrick Kelly: The American in Paris
This short documentary celebrates the life, career, and legacy of Black fashion designer Patrick Kelly.
-
Trigger Figure: Patrick Kelly’s Reclamation of Racist Iconography
Consider Patrick Kelly's use of racist iconography in his designs.
By Kibwe Chase-Marshall
-
Faith Ringgold: American Story
This film tells the story of artist and activist Faith Ringgold.
