π¬ Film Screening: Searching for Augusta Savage π¬
This captivating documentary celebrates the life of Harlem Renaissance sculptor, educator, and activist Augusta Savage.
As the first person in the U.S. to open a gallery dedicated to African American art, Augusta Savage was a fierce advocate for the inclusion of Black artists in the mainstream canon. Explore why her legacy has been largely erased, and learn more about her groundbreaking contributions to the art world with insights from art historian Jeffreen M. Hayes, Ph.D.
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Event Date: Friday, October 11, 2024
β° Showtimes: 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM (run time: 22 mins)
π Location: Eaton Cinema, 1201 K Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
π€ Talkback with Sandy Rattley, Executive Producer/Director, will follow each screening.
ποΈ Register for this free event:
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