slavery

Artist Stephen Towns Is Finding The Humanity In History

In an artist talk, the Gilcrease Artist-in-Residence discussed slavery, all-Black spaces, and the power of dreams

Yale Art Galley Show Uncovers Individuals Amid Crush Of Slavery

Prentice looks like a no-nonsense woman. The depiction of her is simple, but it appears to capture some of her essential nature. Prentice looks smart, curious, and strong. But

The Person In The Portrait: Seeing Through Frederick Douglass’ Eyes

Frederick Douglass stands next to Harriet Tubman as the only people I describe as heroes. They demonstrated enormous courage even when they didn’t have to. Both had escaped slavery,