What Democrats Can Learn from America’s First Black Voters
After the Civil War, Black voters faced danger and violence—and they fought for political power against all odds.
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?
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 ...
Smithsonian Magazine6h
Discover the Remarkable Paintings of Three Japanese Americans Whose Life Stories Are Told Through Their Work
A new exhibition spotlights a trio who pushed the boundaries of American art and illustrated the experiences of World War II ...
The Austin Chronicle11h
Austin Studio Tour, Mighty Texas Dog Walk, and More Recommended Events
I don’t pretend to know the minds who program the non-mainstream cinema around Austin with any exactitude, so. Yeah. As to ...
Philadelphia Tribune13h
At an art festival in Dakar, artists from both sides of the Atlantic examine the legacy of slavery
A whirlwind of color and art at the opening of this year’s Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Art in the Senegalese ...
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4 Black Designers on How They Celebrate Their Culture Through Design
Growing up in a home of mixed cultures—African American and Korean—there was such a focus on ... to capture the essence of social and cultural movements through her art. "Black Lives Matter" is not ...
ThePrint14d
No matter who wins this American election, US foreign policy won’t see a dramatic shift
I’ll expand on that later. Show Full Article Second, the structure of the American presidential system plays a significant role in shaping US foreign policy. Contrary to common belief, the US system ...
Whitney Museum of American Art15d
Budd Hopkins 1931–2011
Elliot Budd Hopkins (June 15, 1931 – August 21, 2011) was an American artist, author, and ufologist. He was a prominent figure in alien abduction phenomena and related UFO research.
Frieze16d
Suzanne Jackson’s Rich Tapestry of Community Building
From Alaska to Savannah, the artist reflects on her six-decade career, innovative techniques and dedication to amplifying ...
Whitney Museum of American Art16d
Eldzier Cortor 1916–2015
was an African-American artist and printmaker. His work typically features elongated nude figures in intimate settings, influenced by both traditional African art and European surrealism. Cortor is ...
Impacts17d
Incorporating Art Prints into Your Interior Design
From abstract pieces to photography and classic paintings, wall art prints can set the mood, add a splash of colour, or even inspire conversation among guests. One popular choice for homeowners and ...