...Tionna Shivers EDU-230 November 18, 2012 Michelle Jervell Multicultural Field Trip The APEX Museum The APEX Museum is known as “African American Panoramic Experience Museum” (APEX, 2012). The museum contains timelines about the African American culture. There is a time line describing the accomplishments of Africans. Some accomplishments include: mastering basic arithmetic, cultivating crops, carving the first colossal sculpture, and creating glass windows. The museum also shows pictures and artifacts from that time period as well. The museum also describes the process in which Africans were brought to America through the Middle Passage. In addition, it shows how they were shackled, the type of “money” that was used to pay for slaves, a badge from the plantation police, and the door of no return. It describes the story of Henry “Box” Brown, the African American who was shipped up north in a box. There is also a section of the museum which describes the goods that were of value such as cotton, tobacco, and sugar. Also, there is a replica of a slave ship. In addition, there is a Wall of Achievement which outlines every African American who made some type of contribution to Georgia’s history. Invasion Before the invasion of the surrounding countries, Africa was separated by tribes. Some of the tribes were: Kush, Ghana, and Lake Kingdom. France and Britain invaded majority of Africa during that time period. Other countries who invaded Africa were: Portugal, Germany,...
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...Museum Review for Buffalo Soldier Museum Yan Wu Museum Review for Buffalo Soldier Museum The Buffalo Soldier Museum is the only museum in the U.S. dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier. It houses the largest repository of African-American military history in the world. In fall 2012, the museum moved into its new 23,000-square-foot home at the Houston Light Guard Armory in Midtown. The historic armory space is seven-times the museum’s previous space, giving the national museum significantly more room for reenactments, exhibits and lectures. The process of relocating the museum took nearly a decade to realize. The 10th cavalry, an all African-American Army unit, was nicknamed Buffalo Soldiers by Cheyenne warriors in 1867 out of respect for their fierce fighting ability. Over time, the term Buffalo Soldier was applied to all African-American soldiers. The museum aims to articulate, collect, display and preserve historical artifacts, documents, videos, prints and other historical memorabilia which detail the history of the brave men and women who overcame extreme adversity while fighting the great American wars. Original uniforms from the Indian Wars and a musket from 1775 are among the items on display. Visitors will see artifacts stretching from the Revolutionary War through both world wars to present day conflicts. Matthews, a Vietnam veteran and military historian, founded the Buffalo Soldier National Museum...
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...Acacia James Professor Beatty Intro to African American Studies I December 8, 2015 For my African American site visit I chose to attend The African American Civil War Museum. I chose to attend this museum because I had previously thought I had been to this museum before. However, I realized I hadn’t and wanted thought this was a memorial that was important to see. I also realized that I had been to the American Civil War Museum in Richmond so I found it essential that I attend the African American Civil War Museum which is in walking distance from my residence. Our trip to the museum was an interesting one. Upon our arrival we noticed a monument outside however, we could not find a way into the museum. We were close to giving up until we decided to enter a store and ask an employee. Even though we were still confused leaving the store, we realized that we had to walk through an arch to get to the museum. The museum was located behind another building in what could be mistaken for an alleyway. This was something I found upsetting. I don’t want to be conspiracy theorists, but I really had to deeply question why the museum had to be located in such an area that encourages people to not want to find it. Nonetheless, I was very pleased that we found our way there and were on the way to gain more knowledge. Not to my surprise, the museum was empty aside from employees. I feel like if the museum was located in a better place perhaps there would be an increase in its attendance...
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...Standing at 38.21 feet with an interior of 341,000 square feet and holding over 30,000 works of art viewed by 400,000+ visitors a year, it is needless to say the Milwaukee Art Museum is anything but exceptional. The Milwaukee Art Museum is an essential aspect of Milwaukee’s rich history and has been serving the community for over 125 years. The museum displays diverse works of art to promote cultural appreciation and ethnic representation similar to the reading Picturing Indians. The Milwaukee Art Museum is one of the largest museums in the country, but it was not always this monumental. During this era, Milwaukee was a prosperous distribution hub with a substantial focus on meatpacking, tanneries, and breweries. Numerous organizations...
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...Faith Ringgold is a prominent African American, mixed media artist from Harlem, New York known for her painting, quilting, and activism. Ringgold’s artistic journey is intertwined deeply with her experiences as a black woman in America. Some of Ringgold’s most influential pieces are her narrative quilts. The designs, colors, and fabric are all woven together to represent the personal and historical stories from the African American perspective. Through her quilts, Ringgold brings attention to overlooked histories and celebrates the resilience of her community. Her artwork explores themes like race and gender, which challenge societal norms and advocates for equality. Born in Harlem, New York in 1930, Faith Ringgold was brought up in a community that embraced creativity. The Harlem Renaissance exposed her to many African-American artists, such as Duke Ellington and Langston Hughes. Additionally, art was very intertwined with her own family, particularly fiber arts. Her mother was a fashion designer who taught Faith how to sew and create patterns with fabric at a young age (Seiferle). Ringgold’s great-great-great-grandmother made quilts as...
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...I’ve recently had the chance to visit the National Museum of Art. The National Museum of African Art, was an indescribable experience. I hope this report does it some justice. There were various paintings and objects showcased. They were showcased to bring to the public’s attention the works of talented artists, whose artwork have been omitted from the study of American art history. The Madonna and Child painting, by the artist Godfried Donkor depicts the collisions of cultures by displaying an African woman embellished with beads and jewelry while carrying a baby. This painting stood out because it reminded me of how beads and beaded necklaces are worn throughout many cultures. It’s commonly used for fashion and signifies different...
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...cultural events experienced: The International Civil Rights Museum and the Greensboro Historical Museum. International Civil Rights Museum. The first cultural event I attended was the International Civil Rights Museum (ICRM) located in downtown Greensboro on February One street. At this museum you relive and learn the history behind the Greensboro Four and the Civil Rights movement. It was a privilege to have experienced the museum in person. Walking through the Woolworth building where the sit-ins occurred will leave an everlasting impression on me. In that experience, one can understand the sense of anguish and pain that was experienced during that time. The museum can bring up all sorts of emotions in a person that truly enjoys history. The museum exhibited how during the time of the civil rights movement both black and white people came together to rid, not only Greensboro but the nation of discrimination. They believed in equality amongst the people; they protected, marched, and performed sit-ins to display their thoughts and feelings about racial segregation. About the International Civil Rights Museum & Center. (2010, January 20). Greensboro Historical Museum The second cultural event I attended was the Greensboro Historical Museum. This museum was founded in 1924 to tell American history the perspective of Greensboro. It was very enlightening to experience the museum in person. Inside the museum you are able to see how deep the history is within the city...
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...Dr. Margaret Burroughs founded the DuSable Museum of African American History, in 1961 on the south side of Chicago. Unlike other museums, the DuSable Museum in an independent institution dedicated to preserving the history of Africans and African Americans with numerous exhibits for visitors to enjoy and experience. Throughout, the DuSable Museum, visitors are taken though varies time frames in history, all which encompass the African and African American history. One can find beaded necklaces, tribal pieces, bow and arrows, and numerous other artifacts that can be dated from all five regions of Africa. This museum also has an exhibit that tells the life story of slaves, beginning from the voyage to American and other colonies, to the very...
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...Institute to Henderson Institute Museum Topic Henderson Institute & Henderson Institute Historical Museum Grade: 1 Competency Goal 3 The learner will recognize and understand the concept of change in various settings. Objective 3.01: Describe personal and family changes, past and present 3.02: Describe past and present changes within the local community. Rationale The Henderson Institute Museum is a significant portion of history in the educational aspect to Vance County. School-age children in Vance County will benefit greatly by not only learning the history behind the museum, but also by touring the museum as well. DIGITAL EXHIBIT Living in a small town and hearing the term “museum” I always thought about big cities that may have had objects that they thought were of great value. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary a museum is “an institution devoted to the procurement, care, study, and display of objects of lasting interest or value; or a place where objects are exhibited. While in elementary school I went on many field trips to different museums but they were never in my hometown. I was always taught that I was from a small town but never really given any history or informed of any events that may have taken place during previous years. Now a senior in college, doing my own research, I learn about a museum located in Henderson, North Carolina called Henderson Institute Historical Museum. According to my research this museum is the home to many objects...
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...Tiffany White Museum Assignment # 2 Anthro 111A 104; April 10, 2012 African Art Exhibit The St. Louis Art Museum is, in my opinion, one of the most fascinating art galleries in the Midwest. I have visited the Holocaust Museum and the Science Center and I cannot compare this art museum to any other. The museum has exhibits ranging from Native American, Islamic, Oceanic and European art dating back to the 1800s. On April 5, 2012, I visited the art museum for a one and a half hour tour to take pictures, learn about the past, and study another type of culture that I was not very educated in. The St. Louis Art museum is located in Forest Park, right off the highway. The museum is three stories tall with special exhibits and also includes permanent collections. It is a great place to go on a rainy day, and it allows you to enjoy some time away from the television. While I was there, one of the most intriguing exhibits that caught my eye was the African Art collection. Also known as the "Egyptian Exhibit", is part of St. Louis's permanent collections and has been with art museum for over forty years. With over a hundred different artifacts in this exhibit, the St. Louis Art Museum has a collection ranging from grave goods to mummies before the B.C. Era. Being part of the St. Louis Art Museum's permanent collection, the Egyptian collection has been around since the museum bought the artifacts, which was around forty years ago. This collection is in very good condition and...
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...Renaissance: A Flourishing of African American Culture The Harlem Renaissance was a pivotal period in American history that spanned the 1920s, marked by an extraordinary outpouring of African American art, literature, music, and thought. This cultural movement not only redefined African American identity but also had a profound impact on the broader American cultural landscape. The movement was characterized by a newfound sense of racial pride and a desire for social and economic equality. This book explores the contributions of key figures in the Harlem Renaissance, the impact of their work, and the lasting legacy of this significant cultural awakening. ORIGINS OF THE HARLEM RENAISSANCE The Great Migration, which saw millions of African Americans move from the rural South to urban centers in the North, set the stage for the Harlem Renaissance. Harlem, a neighborhood in New York City, became the epicenter of this cultural explosion. The migration brought a concentration of talented individuals who sought to escape the oppressive conditions of the South and to find new opportunities in the North. The vibrancy and diversity of Harlem provided the perfect environment for a cultural renaissance....
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...Cross-cultural Experience Paper Spring 2011 For my cross-cultural experience I decided to visit the Ritz Theatre and Museum on Saturday, April 9, 2011. I went to the Ritz to view an exhibit entitled, “Through Our Eyes 2011 For Women and Men of Color: The Art of Relationships”. I had driven past the Ritz probably a hundred times and often wondered what it was like inside. I was amazed at what I saw. Not only did I view the “Through Our Eyes 2011” exhibit, I also listened to the Young Black Entrepreneurs workshop and visit the museum itself. The Through Our Eyes 2011is Jacksonville’s longest running annual exhibit featuring new works by African American artists. The exhibit is now in its 18th year. Twenty-three artists create work for this exhibit annually. The artists usually have about three months to plan and prepare their artwork for the exhibit. This year’s theme was a spin off of Tyler Perry’s film, “For Colored Girls”. The theme was to explore relationships, friendship and conflict. After purchasing my ticket for the museum, I was talking with the security guard about how excited I was to see the exhibit. I told her I had never been in the building before and was curious about the whole place and what all they offer. She let me view the actual Theatre and told me about how many people fit in each section of the building. She said they hold wedding receptions, parties, and other activities in the foyer area. There was a small...
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...Yong Soon Min: Art Connecting With Cultural Experiences Yong Soon Min is a Korean born artist that emigrated from South Korea to the United States as a seven year-old child. Having been born at the end of the Korean War and growing up in the Cold War Era, she felt a strong connection to her cultural ties and grew up with some discomfort in having to adjust to life as a an immigrant. She derives inspiration for her artwork through her own personal experiences as both Asian and American while embodying the motto “Personal is political” (Oxford University Press 317). A great deal of her work is done in a mixed media format or as a performance piece and often calls for audience participation (Oxford University Press 317). DMZ-XING Yong Soon Min, DMZ-XING, 1994, (Mixed-Media Installation) One such piece by Min is called DMZ-XING (1994), a mixed-media piece taking its name from the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Yong Soon Min created an installation in 19pictures, and a series of narrative texts strewn about (Min 134). Here, she was capturing and retelling her own story as well as the stories of several families from Asia—Cambodia, Korea, Viet Nam, and others—that escaped from their homelands due to the onslaught of wars, and the experiences that they encountered while acclimating to the new experiences they would find for themselves in America (Min 134). Particularly in focus within the art piece is the story of a Laotian man, Mr. Saengaly, who fled with his wife to America...
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...in the production of tobacco in Jamestown, VA. The invention of the cotton gin in 1793 centralized the importance of slavery. By the 19th century, slavery spread westward which then resulted in the American Civil War. Between 1774 and 1804 all of the northern states outlawed slavery. Congress outlawed slavery completely in 1808, but then the slave trade began to flourish in the south. By the time of 1860 slavery had reached four million people, with half residing in the south. There have been movies that have told the lives of slavery in America such as Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained" and Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln". Both directors depict the life of slavery in the 18th century by telling it through the eyes of a freed slave and our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. The quality of those films raises questions on if a certain type of person has to be qualified enough to talk about slavery. The eyebrows of American people were reaised when the Disney Corporation sought to build a park based off of the slavery experience and call it "Disney America." The park would have been used to exhibit the lives and struggles of African Americans throughout slavery. However, one writer, William Styron, felt that unlike the holocaust, slavery could never be re-enacted through a museum. The repercussions of slavery were far to great to show in an exhibit. Styron expressed, "the unlimited permutations of human emotions and relationships" surrounding slavery, could never be recreated...
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...Nina Wohl Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences AHIS W4855 African American Artists in the 20th and 21st Centuries Spring 2012 Research Paper – African American Art & the Great Depression The Great Depression was the worst economic downturn of the twentieth century. The federal government took unprecedented action to provide relief, recovery and reform. No group was harder hit by the Great Depression than African Americans. The New Deal was slow to deal with the unique situation faced by African Americans. The struggles of the Great Depression laid the foundation for the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Art would play an important role in influencing the future. Despite its limitations, the New Deal, through the Works Progress Administration’s (WPA) Federal Arts Program (FAP), was responsible for reshaping the cultural agenda and “marked a significant turning point in the production of black culture.”1 The artists of the Great Depression built upon the work done during the Harlem Renaissance. New Deal art extended and affirmed art that translated “politics into cultural terms.”2 The FAP looked for a “new sense of authentic American culture – one that championed national values and traditions by celebrating regional and racial diversity.”3 As a result, many artists worked to place African Americans in the historical narrative of the United States while combating long held stereotypes. None were less important than Aaron Douglas...
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