Artist Masud Olufani’s extended trip to Sierra Leone changed his perspective on Black people and their relationship to food. It also inspired a series of mixed-media artwork that uses the subject to connect the past to the present.
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The Future of Black Cultural Institutions in Dallas
The African American Museum of Dallas, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and The Black Academy of Arts and Letters have all experienced recent changes in leadership, funding, and programming, and are facing political pressure to preserve Black history and culture.
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Museum Exhibit Reminds How Black Panthers Planted Seeds for Change
Former Black Panther Party members gathered at the California Museum to share reflections on the organization’s legacy and lasting impacts, while also encouraging continued activism and community service to honor the BPP’s legacy.
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We Must Preserve the National Museum of African American History and Culture — as it Was Envisioned
The National Museum of African American History and Culture is in the crosshairs of Donald Trump’s executive order, which seeks to erase the history and contributions of people of color, and it is up to ordinary people to preserve and project the edits on the walls of government buildings.
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The 2025 Met Gala: Celebrating Black Dandyism Unapologetically
The Met Gala, fashion’s most exclusive night, returned in 2025 with a powerful blend of Black culture, history, and artistry. Officially a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, this year’s event […]
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Can This Chicago Preacher Save ‘The ‘Blacksonian’?
Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III, senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, has come up with a backup plan to save the Smithsonian Museum’s National Museum of African American History and Culture from being defunded by President Donald Trump’s executive order.
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First Black Librarian of Congress must have term renewed by the 47th president
Dr. Carla Hayden, the first Black Librarian of Congress, faces the possibility of not having her term renewed in 2026 due to the Trump administration’s attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Dr. Harry Robinson: The Visionary Behind the African American Museum of Dallas
Dr. Harry Robinson, the founding president and CEO of the African American Museum of Dallas, has dedicated his life to preserving and celebrating the rich heritage and contributions of African Americans, transforming the museum into a cornerstone of cultural education and community engagement.
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African American Museum, Dallas exhibition of Southern African contemporary masterworks now open
The highly-anticipated exhibition, If You Look Hard Enough, You Can See Our Future, made its worldwide debut at the African American Museum, Dallas in historic Fair Park. Made possible by the […]
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Black culture shines bright during Dallas Arts Month
This April is the 10th annual celebration of Dallas Arts Month and we wanted to feature a couple highlights from our favorites in the Black arts scene of DFW. According […]