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This image captures an exhibition of artworks by Toyin Ojih Odutola. On the left is “Nwanyeruwa (Aba Women’s Rebellion), 2023-2024,” the center is titled “Congregation, 2023,” and on the right is “Onye ututu (Morning Person), 2023.” These pieces seem to explore themes of cultural identity, history, and personal narrative, employing a rich, detailed style.(Courtesy of the Museum of West African Art)

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Art and Advocacy: The Second Nigerian Pavilion at Venice Biennale and Its Echoes in the DMV

by WI Web EditorApril 21, 2024April 22, 2024

The art of Tesfaye Urgessa, a contemporary Ethiopian artist, fills the room with dynamic narratives, positioned between ornate, classical frames in a gallery that bridges past and present. (Courtesy of Saatchi Yates Gallery)

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Tesfaye Urgessa: A Cultural Ambassador at the Intersection of the Ethiopian Diaspora

by WI Web EditorApril 21, 2024April 22, 2024

A person holds a darkened American flag next to others with protest signs. (Courtesy of @angalliance via Instagram)

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Art Meets Politics at the ‘Art Olympics’: The 60th Venice Biennale

by WI Web EditorApril 21, 2024May 7, 2024

As artistic director of social impact at the Kennedy Center, Marc Bamuthi Joseph is passionate about exposing diverse audiences to the power of the arts. (Eden Harris/The Washington Informer)

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Meet the Kennedy Center’s Vice President of Social Impact, a First-Generation Haitian

by WI Web EditorApril 2, 2024April 15, 2024

Sunday Bamgo, Uzo Njoku, Deandra Bailey, Keem Hughley and Olubanwo Aruleba pose in front of a vibrant and playful mural on March 9 at Arena Social. (Courtesy of Sunday Bamgbose)

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From X to Exhibition: Uzo Njoku’s Artistic Vision Comes to Life at Arena Social

by WI Web EditorApril 2, 2024April 4, 2024

"Pollinator's Promise" by Miss Chelove (Courtesy of Amazon HQ2)

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Amazon’s Artful Ascent: A Fusion of Technology and Culture in Arlington

by WI Web EditorApril 1, 2024April 4, 2024

Hector Hyppolite’s "General Baubou and the Mambo" (1948) is featured in "Revolutions: Arts from the Hirshhorn Collection, 1860-1960" at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. (Courtesy of Lee Stalsworth, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden)

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Hirshhorn at 50: ‘Revolutions’ Offers an Artistic Journey Through Time, Arts Innovations

by WI Web EditorMarch 25, 2024March 25, 2024

A vibrant gathering of art enthusiasts engaged in conversation and connection at the opening reception of an exhibition, their interactions as colorful and varied as the art that surrounds them. (Courtesy of Michael Anthony/@Mike.ant)

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‘Interior Lives’ at Phillips@THEARC: Explores the Black Femme Experience During Women’s Month

by WI Web EditorMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

An acrylic on paper by Alma Thomas, “Untitled” (1966), as part of the “David C. Driskell & Friends” exhibition. This gift to The Driskell Center was from Susan Kaim Talley and Bascom D. Talley III (Courtesy of Jonathan Thorpe/David C. Driskell Center)

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The Legacy of Artist and Educator David C. Driskell is Honored in New Exhibition

by Brenda C. SilerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

In "American Saga" by Hubert Jackson, expressive brushstrokes and bold use of color evoke a strong sense of emotions and experience. (Courtesy photo)

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Zenith Gallery Celebrates Local Black Artists, History

by WI Web EditorMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024