2024 Black Art Matters
Celebrating Black History Month
January 14 – February 16, 2024
This annual exhibition celebrates Black History Month and showcases Philadelphia’s cultural experience as has been shaped by the struggles, triumphs, strengths, and success of its dynamic African American community.
Opening Reception: Friday, January 19, 5-7 PM
Participating Artists:
Dwayne Boone
Dominique Echevarria
W. Devaul Emmett
Camille Gaynus
Hope M. Glover
Mareshet Johnson
Pat McLean-Smith
Claire EB Robinson
Patricia C. Smith
Charles Stonewall
Richard Akinsaba Williams
Run DMC by Dwayne Boone
Baba Jinde by Dominque Echevarria
Feelin' It by W. Devaul Emmett
Green Vein by Camille Gaynus
Shinin' by Camille Gaynus
Peaceful Goddess by Hope M. Glover
"Step" Children by Hope M. Glover
Errands on Chestnut by Mareshet Johnson
Twelve Eyes by Mareshet Johnson
In the Company of Poets by Pat McLean-Smith
Let Us Not Forget by Claire EB Robinson
Chile Sunset by Patricia C. Smith
Presiding Bishop Installation Day by Patricia C. Smith
For Dear Life by Charles Stonewall
Hindering the Potentials of Superman by Charles Stonewall
Grapefruit, Apples, and Avocados by Richard Akinsaba Williams
Untitled by Richard Akinsaba Williams
