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Access

01 Jun 2023

Virtual Folk Art Reflections

A multi-faceted, interactive, and discussion-based program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and their family members or caregivers brings the world of folk art to life through conversation.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Workshops

03 Jun 2023

Summer Quilting Workshop Series

Join us this summer for an exciting collaboration with Harlem Needle Arts, The Africa Center, and the American Folk Art Museum. The series kicks off on June 3rd with a private tour of AFAM’s current exhibition, What That Quilt Knows About Me.

10:30 am–11:30 am

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

06 Jun 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of What That Quilt Knows About Me.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Virtual; free with registration

Performances

09 Jun 2023

Free Music Fridays: Facebook Live

Join us on Facebook for live performances by Zosha, Melissa Lusk, and Sean Lee. Melissa Lusk photo by Matt Berger.

6:00 pm–7:30 pm

Free

Drop-in Gallery Tours

10 Jun 2023

Closer-Look Tour

Join us for in-person tours of current exhibitions.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free with registration

Access

13 Jun 2023

Verbal Description: A Virtual Tour

On June 13th, from 11:00 am-12:30 pm EST, individuals who are blind or have low vision are invited to explore the current exhibitions, virtually.

11:00 am–12:30 pm

Free with registration

Discussions

15 Jun 2023

Threads of Knowledge: Dindga McCannon and Aliyah Bonnette in Conversation

Join artists Dindga McCannon and Aliyah Bonnette for an intergenerational conversation about the significance of quilting for African-American communities and their histories.

6:00 pm–7:15 pm

Virtual; free with registration

Access

15 Jun 2023

Verbal Description Tour

On June 15th, from 10:30 am-12 pm, individuals who are blind or have low vision are invited to explore the current exhibitions in-person.

10:30 am–12:00 pm

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

16 Jun 2023

Closer-Look Tour

Join us for in-person tours of current exhibitions.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

17 Jun 2023

Closer-Look Tour

Join us for in-person tours of current exhibitions.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

20 Jun 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free; Virtual

Performances

21 Jun 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Drop-in Gallery Tours

22 Jun 2023

Curatorial Perspective Tour: Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work

Join Luce Assistant Curator Brooke Wyatt for an introductory tour of Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Performances

22 Jun 2023

Folk Art Reflections Music Series with Folk Duo, Gibby’s Joint

Join us virtually for a live concert with the talented guitar/vocal Folk Duo of Brandon Dennis and Brian Z. London, known as Gibby’s Joint.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Workshops

24 Jun 2023

Summer Quilting Series: Hand Piecing Workshop with Laura R. Gadson

As part of an exciting summer workshop series, join us at The Africa Center on June 24 for a hand piecing workshop with artist Laura R. Gadson.

2:00 pm–4:00 pm

Free with registration

Discussions

27 Jun 2023

Virtual Insights: Material Witness–Artists from the Collection At Work

Go behind the scenes with Brooke Wyatt and Lisa Machi from the Curatorial and Collections Team to explore Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work and learn more about the artworks, artists, and themes included in this exhibition.

1:00 pm–2:15 pm

Virtual; free with registration

Performances

28 Jun 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Drop-in Gallery Tours

07 Jul 2023

Closer-Look Tour

Join us for in-person tours of current exhibitions.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

11 Jul 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of What That Quilt Knows About Me.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free; Virtual

Drop-in Gallery Tours

14 Jul 2023

Closer-Look Tour

Join us for in-person tours of current exhibitions.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free with registration

Workshops

15 Jul 2023

Summer Quilting Series: Whimsical Portrait Quilt Block with Sylvia Hernandez

As part of an exciting summer workshop series, join us at The Africa Center on July 15 for a workshop with artist Sylvia Hernandez.

2:00 pm–4:00 pm

Free with registration

Performances

19 Jul 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Drop-in Gallery Tours

25 Jul 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free; Virtual

Performances

26 Jul 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Performances

02 Aug 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Drop-in Gallery Tours

08 Aug 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of What That Quilt Knows About Me.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free; Virtual

Performances

16 Aug 2023

Jazz + Wednesdays

Enjoy jazz standards from the American Songbook with jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests at the American Folk Art Museum.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free

Workshops

19 Aug 2023

Summer Quilting Series: Quilt In A Day with Dindga McCannon

As part of an exciting summer workshop series, join us at The Africa Center on July 15 for a workshop with artist Dindga McCannon.

2:00 pm–5:00 pm

Free with registration

Drop-in Gallery Tours

22 Aug 2023

Virtual Closer-Look Tour

Join us for a virtual tour of Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work.

1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Free; Virtual

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