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Barnes Foundation Appointed Judia S. Jackson Head of Human Resources and Culture at Philadelphia Museum
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Barnes Foundation Appointed Judia S. Jackson Head of Human Resources and Culture at Philadelphia Museum

by Victoria L. Valentine on Jun 1, 2025 • No Comments
Judia S. Jackson. | Courtesy Barnes Foundation   IN PHILADELPHIA, PA., the Barnes Foundation named Judia S. Jackson to the role of deputy director for human resources and chief culture officer. Jackson recently served as chief people and culture officer at Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts. The Barnes appointment was announced May 28. Jackson officially...
Latest News in Black Art: Stella Jean Designs Haiti's Olympic Uniforms, Christelle Oyiri Selected for Tate Commission, Kennedy Center Honoring The Apollo & More
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Latest News in Black Art: Stella Jean Designs Haiti’s Olympic Uniforms, Christelle Oyiri Selected for Tate Commission, Kennedy Center Honoring The Apollo & More

by Victoria L. Valentine on Aug 2, 2024 • No Comments
Latest News in Black Art features updates and developments in the world of art and related culture   Stella Jean designed the Haiti Olympic Team’s opening ceremony outfits. | Courtesy Stella Jean   DESIGN Designer Stella Jean x 2024 Haiti Olympic Team Haitian Italian designer Stella Jean, whose eponymous label is based in Rome, Italy,...
Coming Soon: First International Exhibition of Mickalene Thomas Opens at The Broad in Los Angeles Next Spring, Then Travels to Museums in Philadelphia and London
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Coming Soon: First International Exhibition of Mickalene Thomas Opens at The Broad in Los Angeles Next Spring, Then Travels to Museums in Philadelphia and London

by Victoria L. Valentine on Dec 5, 2023 • No Comments
MICKALENE THOMAS (b. 1971), “Din avec la main dans le miroir et jupe rouge,” 2023 (rhinestones, acrylic and glitter on canvas mounted on wood panel, 90 x 110 inches /228.6 x 279.4 cm). | © Mickalene Thomas   A MAJOR TRAVELING EXHIBITION of Mickalene Thomas is launching next spring. “Mickalene Thomas: All About Love” opens...

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Culture Type | The Month in Black Art: Here’s What Happened in May 2025

Alma Thomas Way: Washington D.C., Street Where Famous African American Artist Lived is Now Named in Her Honor

Malcolm X at 100: Transformational Leader and Outspoken Orator Inspired Artworks by Jack Whitten and Barbara Chase-Riboud

Henry Taylor, Tyler Mitchell, and Amy Sherald Among Artists Who Walked Met Gala ‘Blue’ Carpet Based on Cy Gavin Painting

International Curator Koyo Kouoh Tapped to Organize 2026 Venice Biennale, She is ‘Ecstatic’ and Called it a ‘Momentous Mission’

‘Joe Overstreet: Taking Flight’ Showcases Artist’s Greatest Hits and Half-Century Connection with Houston Patrons

Homeworthy Art: Collectors in Atlanta, New York, and London Recently Gave Tours of Their Homes, Showcasing Meaningful and Accessible Artworks Acquired Over Time

On View: ‘Witnessing Humanity: The Art of John Wilson’ at MFA Boston is Largest-Ever Exhibition of the Artist and Educator

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Moving On Up: 24 Museum Curators and Arts Leaders Who Took on New Appointments in Second Half of 2024

From the Archives: At Glenstone Museum, Glenn Ligon’s Neon ‘Warm Broad Glow’ is a Welcome Beacon

From the Archives: Ernie Barnes Retrospective Brings Renewed Attention to African American Artist Who Found Fame After Playing Pro Football

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From the Archives: National Portrait Gallery: Titus Kaphar and Ken Gonzales-Day Explore ‘UnSeen’ Narratives in Historic Portraiture

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