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‘Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures’ Illustrated Book Released In Association With New Smithsonian Exhibition

This article contains Amazon affiliate links. The newly released book Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures is a companion work for the Afrofuturism Smithsonian exhibition that opens March 24th. The art exhibition is an immersive exploration of Afrofuturist expression and culture across various mediums, including literature, music, art, film, fashion, and activism. It showcases hundreds […]

Kehinde Wiley’s New Exhibit Sheds Light on Systemic Violence Against Black People Through Historic Icons

Renowned for his iconic portrait of Barack Obama, artist Kehinde Wiley has dedicated his artistic career to capturing the vibrancy of everyday Black people. His latest exhibition, “An Archaeology of Silence,” delves into themes of grief, mourning, and the inherent value of living. In an interview with Jeffrey Brown for PBS’s arts and culture series, […]

‘Minor Notes’: Recognizing The Unsung Black Poets Of The 19th And 20th Centuries

This article contains Amazon affiliate links. Released during National Poetry Month, Minor Notes, Volume 1 is an anthology series shedding light on the neglected literary scene featuring overlooked Black poets from the 19th and 20th centuries.  Professors Joshua Bennett and Jesse McCarthy were astonished by how many brilliant Black poets were understudied or completely ignored, […]

The Buried Story Of Joseph Bologne, The 18th Century Prodigious Black French Composer And Fencer

Joseph Bologne, also known as Chevalier de Saint-Georges, was an 18th-century Afro-French fencer, composer, and virtuoso violinist with talents rivaling Mozart’s. The new biographical film Chevalier, written by Stefani Robinson and directed by Stephen Williams, spotlights the erasure of Black classical artists through shedding light on the extraordinary composer’s life. Bologne was born on December […]

Literature Exhibition ‘Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory’ On Display At Princeton Through June

At Princeton University Library, a groundbreaking Toni Morrison exhibition is on view until June 4th. Curated by Princeton professor Autumn Womack, “Toni Morrison: Sites of Memory” unearths the creative process of the late renowned author, and explores how Morrison’s expansive archive continues to inspire and influence in a timeless manner. In 1993, Toni Morrison became […]