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Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So Does the Story Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondAn exhibition organized by Lydia C. Thompson. Works by the presenting artists invite the audience to reconsider stereotypes based on community existing in physical and the mental state of environments, race and racial identities, economics, and one’s place in society. As we navigate these troubling times, the pieces reflect self-reflection, strength, and beauty of resilience. ...
Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So Does the Story Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondAn exhibition organized by Lydia C. Thompson. Works by the presenting artists invite the audience to reconsider stereotypes based on community existing in physical and the mental state of environments, race and racial identities, economics, and one’s place in society. As we navigate these troubling times, the pieces reflect self-reflection, strength, and beauty of resilience. ...
NCECA Multicultural Fellowship Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondThe practice of using clay as a medium for artistic expression has been in existence in many cultures, including the African diaspora, for centuries. Works included in this exhibition range from tabletop vases to life-sized creations and invite the audience to reconsider stereotypes based on community existing in the physical and mental state of environments, ...
Art of Freedom II Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondShowcases creations done by Virginia-born or Virginia-based artists comprised of pieces from painters, sculptors, illustrators, photographers, original printmakers, fabric artis, glass and wood artisans, jewelry designers and crafters. Visitors are invited to experience artists’ works that represent how they see freedom. ...
Breakfast with Soul Santa
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondA buffet breakfast, an activity in Santa’s workshop, plus a special gift for each child. Registration is required. ...
Soul Santa at Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondWhile at the museum, children and families are invited to hear Christmas stories, participate in arts and crafts activities, and have a little treat. Each child who visits can have a photo made with Soul Santa to take home. This is a free community program. To register, click the link below to see available time ...
Art of Freedom: Meet the Artists
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondAs part of The Art of Freedom I exhibition meet a few of the featured artists. Learn more about their work through engaging, interactive, and enlightening presentation andconversation. Hear directly ...
The Art of Freedom II Exhibition: Meet the Artists
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondCome out and meet a few of the featured artists in the exhibition. Learn more about their work through engaging, interactive, and enlightening presentation, and conversation. Hear directly from them ...
Something Rotten – Weekend One
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondA special pop up exhibition curated by ElBravador, Lonnie B, and Mike Street with items from their own personal collections. See unique and dope artifacts used by these Hip Hop legends in the days when we learned it didn’t mean you had an itch if you scratched. ...
Documentary Screening: Paul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondDocumentary on the life and legacy of the first African American poet/writer to gain international fame. Filmmaker, Frederick Lewis, a professor at Ohio University, will be present to introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion, joined by Lisa Edwards-Burrs, the voice of Mr. Dunbar's wife. ...
Forging Freedom, Justice, & Equality Exhibition
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondA special 40th anniversary exhibition, from BHMVA’s first four decades. The exhibition will explore six vital themes of Black history in culture across the Commonwealth.Wednesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - ...
Soul Santa
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondChildren can take a picture with Soul Santa as well as listen to a Christmas story and participate in crafts. Registration is required. ...
Soul Santa
Black History Museum of Virginia 122 W. Leigh Street, RichmondChildren can take a picture with Soul Santa as well as listen to a Christmas story and participate in crafts. Registration is required. ...