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Celebrating 60 Years of the Charles H. Wright Museum
Established in 1965 and opened in 1966, Detroit’s Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History commemorates six decades of collecting, educating...
Mario Moore’s Oil Portraits Reclaim Black History and Resilience
Featured in Colossal on June 4, 2025, Mario Moore’s bold new oil paintings weave Black subjects into Flemish-style devotional imagery. With works like...
The Met’s Reimagined African Art Galleries: A Celebration of Sub-Saharan Creativity
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Michael C. Rockefeller Wing reopens on May 31, 2025, featuring newly reimagined African Art galleries. The exhibition...
“In Minor Keys”: The 2026 Venice Biennale as a Tribute to Koyo Kouoh’s Vision
Following the sudden passing of curator Koyo Kouoh, the 2026 Venice Biennale will honour her legacy by presenting “In Minor Keys,” an...
Adornment as Identity: African Wearables at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
"Head to Toe," on view until January 19, 2026, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, presents a curated selection of African wearable...
Not Another Black Art Show: Redefining Black Art Narratives in Denver
On view from May 30 to June 29, 2025, at Niza Knoll Gallery in Denver, "Not Another Black Art Show" features works...
Echoes of Heritage: The Influence of African History and Traditions on Contemporary Art
Contemporary African art is deeply rooted in the continent's rich history and diverse traditions. This article delves into how historical narratives, spiritual...
Manufacturing “Black Fatigue” in the Art World: A Strategic Retreat from Representation
The term "Black fatigue," originally describing the exhaustion from systemic racism, is being co-opted to justify the art world's retreat from Black...
Bridging Continents: Dubai's New Gallery Showcases African Art in the Gulf
Dubai's vibrant art scene welcomes a new addition dedicated to African contemporary art. This gallery aims to bridge cultural gaps, offering a...