FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 13, 2024
Contact: Andrea Wright, [email protected]
Richmond, VA – On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia (BHMVA) is inviting members of the media to photograph and experience two new exhibitions from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. EST. The new exhibitions will be open to the public from Wednesday, March 20 through Saturday, August 17. The museum will also host an exhibition opening reception on March 22, from 6:00- 9:00 p.m. EST.
WHAT:
A press-only meet and greet opportunity to preview two new exhibitions at the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. The museum will also host an exhibition opening reception on March 22, from 6:00- 9:00 p.m. EST.
NCECA Multicultural Fellowship Exhibition
This ceramics exhibition will coincide with Coalescence, the 58th Annual Conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA), taking place in Richmond from March 20-23, 2024. Works included in the Multicultural Fellowship exhibition include pieces ranging in size from tabletop vases to life-sized creations, each representing the artists interpretation of the conference theme, Coalescence. The practice of using clay as a medium for artistic expression has been in existence in many cultures for centuries, including the African diaspora. Visitors can see the cultural connectivity of the works created by artists from various backgrounds while seeing the value in the diversity. The exhibition is an opportunity to provide access and knowledge about the tradition of ceramic arts to new audiences, especially African Americans, in our community.
Like the Dust Settles in Layers, So Does the Story
Organized by UNC professor Lydia C. Thompson, and curated to complement the NCECA Multicultural Fellowship Exhibition, this ceramics exhibition invites viewers to challenge stereotypes related to communities, environments, race, economics, and societal roles, focusing on the themes of self-reflection, strength, and the beauty of resilience during challenging times.
WHEN:
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. ET
Friday, March 22, 2024, 6:00- 9:00 p.m. EST.
WHERE:
The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia
122 West Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23220
Media can RSVP by emailing Andrea Wright, [email protected].
About Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia:
The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia celebrates the rich culture of African American people in Virginia and shares their stories to provide a more complete and inclusive history of their contributions to the American story. For more information, visit www.blackhistorymuseum.org.
