NATIONAL POETRY MONTH 2024
Take a moment to rewind and catch up on the latest updates in the art library – now archived.
Get a free Official National Poetry Month Poster. Featuring artwork by Jack Wong, and lines from “blessing the boats” by Lucille Clifton.
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BookMarK ART Event: 2026 Jazz Scholar: Playing with Fire: The Counterpoint of Hazel Scott’s Virtuosity, Erasure and Emergence
The Library of Congress will host Karen Chilton’s lecture on Hazel Scott’s artistry and cultural impact on June 18, 2026, exploring themes of erasure and resistance in jazz.
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In Transition, On Purpose: A Spring Update from ART | library deco
The ART library is undergoing a transition, enhancing membership experiences and introducing new digital library cards focused on Black art and archives.
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ART REWIND:
This week in Black Art News, we honored notable figures, participated in Douglass Day, released our Community Impact Report, and received 501(c)(3) status.
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This day in Black Art History Feb. 20th
Horace Pippin’s art illustrates the importance of internal vision and self-trust, capturing intimate moments of Black life with dignity and depth.
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THIS DAY in BLACK ART HIstory Feb. 18th
Augusta Savage emphasized mentorship and inspiring emerging Black artists as vital to her artistic legacy, transcending mere objects or sculptures.
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