See what we have planned for Black History Month at the AGA:
5 Artists 1 Love
Until March 3
5 Artists 1 Love is an annual exhibition that celebrates the artistic vibrancy and range of Edmonton’s African-Canadian communities, from Angola to Zanzibar, Togo to Tobago, or Brazil to Barbados!
Navigating the Artworld with Genèvieve Wallen and Toyin Oladele
February 6, 6:30-7:30pm
Join our webinar as Geneviève Wallen (curator, writer, and researcher) and Toyin Oladele (multidisciplinary artist, curator and arts manager) speak on how to navigate the art world from their perspective and experiences.
Cinema for Seniors: John Ware Reclaimed (2020) and Black Soul (2001)
February 9, 2pm
Join this special by-donation screening of two films in honour of Black History Month: documentary John Ware Reclaimed (2020) directed by Cheryl Foggo and Black Soul (2001) by Martine Chartrand.
Film Night and Panel Discussion | Programmed with YEG TheComeUp
February 22, 7pm
Join YEG TheComeUp and the AGA for a special film presentation featuring the film Summer of Soul (2021). This film night is guest programmed by YEG TheComeUP, and is followed by a panel talk.
Lorelle Whittingham, Higher Self-Portrait, 2023. Mixed media and ceramic mosaic. Courtesy of the Artist. Installation view of 5 Artists 1 Love, Art Gallery of Alberta, 2024.
Curator’s Tour of '5 Artists 1 Love' with Darren Jordan and musical guests
February 24, 2pm
Join us on February 24 for a curator’s tour and musical performance in 5 Artists 1 Love, an annual exhibition celebrating Black creativity in our community.