Key Session: Remembering the Roots of Funk: An Oral History with Fred Wesley & Dr. Scot Brown

September 30, 2022 @ 2:05 pm - 3:40 pm CDT

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ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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Save the Date! Join us for ASALH's Annual Black History Month Luncheon on February 22, 2025 in celebration of African American history, culture, and achievements. This year’s theme, "African Americans & Labor," will spotlight the contributions and resilience of African Americans in the workforce throughout history.asalh.org/calendar/99th-annual-black-history-month-luncheon/Stay tuned for ticket information and special announcements! 🗓️#AfricanAmericanLabor #ASALH2025 #BHM #BlackHistoryMonthLuncheon ... See MoreSee Less

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ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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Celebrating Amy Sherald, a groundbreaking artist redefining Black identity in fine art. Known for her iconic portrait of Michelle Obama, Sherald's work highlights the beauty and individuality of Black life through her unique grayscale technique.-Amy Sherald is a celebrated contemporary artist known for her unique portraits that capture the dignity and beauty of Black subjects. Her contribution to Black history is most notably marked by her 2018 portrait of former First Lady Michelle Obama, which broke new ground in art and representation. Sherald’s use of grayscale skin tones in her portraits emphasizes the individuality of her subjects while also challenging traditional color associations with race. Her work elevates Black identity in a world where Black figures have historically been underrepresented in fine art. By portraying everyday African Americans in a powerful and evocative way, Sherald offers a nuanced, humanizing perspective on Black life and culture.www.hauserwirth.com/artists/11577-amy-sherald/#BlackFacts #AmySherald #AfricanAmericansandtheArts #ASALH ... See MoreSee Less

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ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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This #GivingTuesday, we’re raising funds to support 25 Woodson Ambassadors as education is under attack and the teaching of Black history is being challenged—let’s empower the next generation of scholars to keep our history alive.asalh.org/calendar/giving-tuesday/ ... See MoreSee Less

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ASALH: Association for the Study of African American Life and History

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Save the Date! 📅 This February, join us for ASALH’s 2025 Black History Month Festival, honoring the theme: African Americans & Labor.We’ll explore the deep legacy of Black labor in building industries, advancing rights, and shaping communities. Stay tuned—specific event dates will be announced closer to the new year. Let’s celebrate, educate, and inspire! #ASALH #BlackHistoryMonth #AfricanAmericansLabor #ASALH2025 ... See MoreSee Less

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Key Session: Remembering the Roots of Funk: An Oral History with Fred Wesley & Dr. Scot Brown

Key Session: Remembering the Roots of Funk: An Oral History with Fred Wesley & Dr. Scot Brown

September 30, 2022 @ 2:05 pm - 3:40 pm CDT

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