In Celebration of Black History Month: A Focused Tour of the work of Black Artists in The Art of Music

Led by Docent Cheryl Bakus

Thursday, February 24  
3 pm

Free with Museum admission

No registration required

Docent Cheryl Backus will lead visitors through Museum galleries to honor and explore the achievements of Black artists and their relationship to Black Americans, the African diaspora, and the arts. Dr. Backus will discuss the creative synergy between the professional and personal perspectives influencing the artwork on view, including (but not limited to) works by Romare Bearden, Sam Nhlengthwa, Miles Davis, and a celebration of Marian Anderson’s musical achievements.