African-American Artists News Monitoring

Rare Artwork by Prominent Black Artist Unearthed at a Thrift Shop in a Philly Suburb

A watercolor painting by 19th-century Philadelphia artist William H. Dorsey is now on display at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania after it was plucked from the depths of a Glenside, Pennsylvania thrift store—and potential obscurity. The untitled …

A Brooklyn Group Get Its Own Home to Support Black Artists

Toya Lillard is not a real estate agent. But she had the practiced patter of one, a few weeks ago, while giving a tour of the new headquarters of 651 Arts, a Brooklyn organization dedicated to African diasporic performance. For an arts administrator, she’s …

Rare 19th-Century Painting by Beloved Black Artist Found in a Thrift Store

A small painting bought for $10 at a thrift store in Glenside, a small suburban town outside of Philadelphia, has turned out to be a one-of-a-kind treasure representing the height of Black wealth in late 19th-century America. Andy Robbins spotted the …

Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative puts focus on regional artists

The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative is launching an initiative to amplify the voices of artists of African descent and BIPOC populations with 12 exhibitions over 12 months in galleries and nonprofit spaces throughout the region. "Beyond Regional …

Mariposa Museum plans to stay open 

Despite a period of financial uncertainty and a canceled “Save the Mariposa!” fundraiser last year, officials with Oak Bluffs’ Mariposa Museum and World Cultural Center say they are set to return with a new focus on year-rounders. In August, leadership at …

133rd anniversary of Zora Neale Hurston's birthday, her life in the sunshine state and ZORA! Fest 2025

Author Zora Neale Hurston (1891-1960) at a book fair, New York, New York, circa 1937. (Photo by PhotoQuest/Getty Images) ORLANDO, Fla. - Today marks the 133rd anniversary of novelist Zora Neale Hurston's birth. Who was Zora Neale Hurston?  Zora …

Through hip-hop, Black youth are teaching their communities about their rights, justice and the law

Hip-hop has a story to tell — from early works like Grandmaster Flash’s The Message to Kendrick Lamar’s Pulitzer-winning album DAMN. and beyond. As education scholar Bettina L. Loves notes, in hip-hop-based education, young urban and Black children and …

‘The Soul Kitchen’ celebrates 10 years on WFIU this month with dance party on January 17

BLOOMINGTON – The Soul Kitchen, WFIU Public Radio’s Friday afternoon and Saturday evening jazz program, will mark its 10th anniversary on the air this month. The Soul Kitchen originally premiered on WFIU on January 9, 2015. Host William Morris wanted to …

For Artist Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson, Animal Grease and Mud Create a Visual Record of Existence

Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson, Quilt Mee$n’ (Catching Up on the Gossip), 1994. All images courtesy of the Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson Trust, Columbus Museum of Art, and Fort Gansevoort.The spirit of Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson—an artist consumed by making, …

10 MCU Movies That Are as Good as You Remember

While everyone is looking ahead to what's to come in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2025, many also find themselves looking back on past projects they loved. Sometimes, while one may like a movie at the moment, the benefit of hindsight will make …

Azealia Banks Hits Doechii With Drug Use Accusations In Response To Viral Freestyle Clip

Azealia Banks continues to wage war against rising rap star and newfound rival Doechii, with Banks accusing her of using cocaine in response to her viral freestyle. On Sunday (Jan. 5), Azealia Banks reshared an X post, in which the user expresses their …

Azealia Banks Drags Doechii, Accuses Her Of Taking Cocaine In Another Online Rant 

Azealia Banks is reigniting her feud with Doechii, accusing her of taking hard drugs and branding her a “DEI Hire.”  Azealia Banks, notorious for her unfiltered and unsolicited opinions about fellow artists, has once again taken aim at Doechii in her …

What They’re Saying: live arts in Brooklyn this week, Jan. 7

Parents and caregivers can enjoy a stroller-friendly tour of “Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist and All That It Implies” at the Brooklyn Museum, tailored for children up to 24 months old. This interactive program includes touchable objects, …

The Black Excellence Experience: A Call for Black Artists

Are you a Black artist ready to share your creative vision with the community? The Sabathani Community Center invites you to step into the spotlight with The Black Excellence Experience, a unique opportunity designed to uplift and celebrate emerging Black …

White Shadows In Black Art

Frieze’s Potential Sale Comes Into Sharp Focus, Police Probe Sally Mann Photos Over ‘Child Porn’ Complaints: Morning ...

To receive Morning Links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews newsletter. The Headlines FRIEZE FOR SALE. As the next edition of the Frieze art fair in Los Angeles approaches, from February 20 to 23, the big story is the brand …

Longtime D.C. librarian, LGBTQ rights advocate Turner Freeman dies at 64

Sheldon ‘Turner’ Freeman, a gay librarian who worked for 39 years at the D.C. Public Library system and is credited with initiating a Black History Month film series and LGBTQ inclusive programming at the library system, died Dec. 23, at his home in …

Artist Edward E. Parker gets long delayed recognition for statue in Cleveland Cultural Gardens

There’s a Booker T. Washington quote which could apply to East Cleveland artist Edward E. Parker: “Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.” Parker created a bust of the civil rights leader for Cleveland’s Cultural Gardens in the 1970s. …

‘Stars Starve, You Know’: when Betty Davis rallied against the demands of the music industry

(Credits: Far Out / TIDAL) God bless the artists who arrived before their time. There’s a particular tragedy in someone nailing the sound of the cultural zeitgeist—only for the world to catch up two decades too late. There are countless examples of …

STEAMING AHEAD: ICBS 2025 BRINGS COFFEE AND CAFÉ CULTURE TO THE FOREFRONT

ICBS 2025 returns to KLCC, 24–26 April, as the premier café and beverage event, driving innovation, collaboration, and growth in café culture. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Café & Beverage …

Punk and Other Four Letter Words: 1980’s Punk, Goth and Rock Photographs by Linda Aronow

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a teen growing up in the 80’s, Linda Aronow fell in love with punk rock...and photography. After “borrowing” her father’s Canon AE1 she became a staple at shows across …

Second limited edition of Jim Saah's In My Eyes, Photographs 1982-1997 out now

Over 60 bands, 332 page coffee table style art book. Covers the punk rock scene in DC in the 80's and 90's SILVER SPRING, DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICONIC PHOTO COLLECTION OF DC'S PUNK MUSIC SCENE A …

Balfour Capital Group Welcomes Salim Benabbes to Lead Growth and Innovation

YVERDON-LES-BAINS, SWITZERLAND, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group Announces Appointment of Salim Benabbes to Support Global Growth Strategy Balfour Capital Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Salim …

Ambassadors of Compassion to host mental and emotional resiliency event at SoFi Stadium on January 28

The event launches 4,000 students from across SoCal into the measured and proven Ambassadors of Compassion mental and emotional resiliency building program. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ambassadors of …

DNA My Dog and DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man partner up to help pup parents discover what makes their dog a hero

Dog Man is Part Dog, Part Man, All Hero - Discover the breeds that make your dog a hero! DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man arrives in theaters January 31, 2025. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DNA My Dog, a leader in …

Florida TikToker 'Beyond Florida' Ready to Share Insights on Potential TikTok Ban

Florida-Based Social Media Creator Available to Comment on TikTok Ban Case. GAINESVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear a case on January 10th that could lead to a nationwide …

California Closets Wraps Up the Year With a Festive Grand Finale

California Closets celebrated a remarkable year with its Year-End Design Event for two days of camaraderie, innovation, and celebration. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Closets celebrated a remarkable …

Viva Viaggio: La Primera Revista de Viajes Interactiva que Revoluciona la Industria Turística

Viva Viaggio, la primera revista de viajes totalmente interactiva del mundo llega para redefinir la forma en que los viajeros se inspiran y reservan SPRING, TX, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Viva Viaggio, la primera …

McNeill Burbank Announces New Construction in Raleigh: Burnette North – A Community of Custom Homes in North Raleigh

McNeill Burbank announces Burnette North, an exclusive new community of custom homes in the heart of North Raleigh with 14 unique homes with high-end finishes. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McNeill Burbank, a …

Nature’s Dome Announces Launch of Eco-Friendly Bed Bug Spray

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nature’s Dome is pleased to announce the launch of its new Bed Bug Spray, a product designed to protect households without compromising on safety or sustainability. With a …

STL Fertility Welcomes Dr. Violet Klenov to its Renowned Team of Fertility Experts

Dr. Violet Klenov, a St. Louis native and double board-certified specialist, joins STL Fertility to deliver compassionate, inclusive fertility care. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STL Fertility, a trusted …

Miami Art League Donates 100 Works of Art to Coconut Grove Arts Festival’s Young Collectors Club

Through the Young Collectors Club, children can purchase original art for $5, all donated by current/past artists and Miami Art League members. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Coconut Grove Arts Festival ( …

Chef Amber DiGiovanni selected as Top Canine Philanthropist & CEO of the Year by IAOTP

Chef Amber DiGiovanni honored member of the International Association of Top Professionals will be honored at their annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amber DiGiovanni, Founder, CEO …

Andrea Carter Selected as Top Strategic Advisor of the Year by IAOTP

Andrea Carter honored member of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will be honored at their annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Andrea Carter, Organizational …

Dr. Eve Harrison Brings Refreshing New Energy Into Veterinary Medicine in #1 International Best Seller, The Call Within

Dr. Eve Harrison shares transformative journey to holistic, heart-centered vet care in The Call Within, inspiring wellness for animals and caregivers alike. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Eve Harrison, …

Hazel Ortega, Entrepreneur and Behavioral Psychologist, Embraces Global Impact Through Education and Empowerment

Hazel Ortega, celebrated author of From Bounced Checks to Private Jets, has continued to inspire individuals worldwide through her transformative work. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This January 24, 2025, …

Rick & Lisa Mantei Spread Holiday Cheer To Those In Need

Rick and Lisa Mantei celebrated Christmas by giving $20 bills and hugs to homeless individuals, embodying their commitment to community and veterans' outreach. COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Christmas …

JMD Furniture Expands with Grand Opening of New Store in Laurel, MD

LAUREL, MD, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JMD Furniture, a respected name in the home furnishings industry, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new location at 1001 Fairlawn Ave, Laurel, MD 20707. The store …

IDDeal Place & Wayne Carini, Master Car Restorer, at Supercar Week’s Grand Finale in W Palm Beach–Elegance Palm Beaches

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The IDDeal Place, Palm Beach County’s First Independent Housing Community for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), to be Featured at this …