Several museums that focus on the African American experience and history have opened in the past six years with many opening in the last four years. “We all came out of the community in which we serve,’’ said Vedet Coleman-Robinson, executive director of the Association of African American Museums. “People are really thirsty for that …
Special exhibition at the International African American Museum highlights search for freedom
Follow the North Star explores the African American journey Charleston, S.C. – The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the world premier of a special exhibition highlighting the African American search for freedom and self-determination. Entitled Follow the North Star: Freedom in the Age of Mobility, it is the first to be curated and …
Holy City Sinner: West African drummers set to perform at the International African American Museum
In April, the International African American Museum (IAAM) will launch its summer “Keys & Conversations” programming, beginning with a West African drumming experience presented by the Amen-Ra Drummers. Scheduled from 4 pm to 5 pm on Saturday, April 6th, brothers Marwan Amen-Ra and Chi Amen-Ra will join IAAM for a performance and conversation on West …
International African American Museum kicks off Keys & Conversations with the Amen-Ra Drummers
West African drummers set to perform at the International African American Museum Charleston, S.C. – In April, the International African American Museum will launch its summer Keys & Conversations programming, beginning with a West African drumming experience presented by the Amen-Ra Drummers. Scheduled from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, brothers Marwan Amen-Ra …
CHS Today: Southern Living readers name Charleston the best city in the South
Southern Living readers voted Charleston No. 1 in the annual South’s Best awards. The awards showcase readers’ favorite destinations and experiences. Southern Living added, “The Holy City’s gorgeous architecture, picturesque streets, and welcoming Lowcountry spirit continue to impress year after year…we love every last detail that makes Charleston the shining star it is.” Read More
LowcountryBizSC:Charleston voted No. 1 in Southern Living’s 2024 South’s Best Awards
For the eighth year running, the readers of Southern Living ranked the Charleston region No. 1 in its annual South’s Best awards. The awards recognize readers’ favorite destinations and experiences, covering everything from cities and small towns to restaurants and hotels. Read More
Southern Living: The South’s Best New Museum Is The International African American Museum
The Charleston museum aims to tell the full story of the African American experience and to help visitors trace their ancestors’ footsteps. Read More
SC Arts Hub: IAAM to welcome award-winning filmmaker Julie Dash
Conversation part of Women’s History Month In honor of Women’s History Month, the International African American Museum will host a conversation with award-winning filmmaker Julie Dash on Thursday, March 21 from 6-8 p.m. The program and a following reception will take place at IAAM in Charleston (14 Wharfside St.). Read More
Ford Foundation: Curating change: How BIPOC-led arts organizations are reshaping the future of art
The Venice Biennale is one of the most significant exhibitions in the contemporary art world: a revered showcase of international artists representing their home countries and vying for glory. Founded in 1895, it is one of art’s oldest and most celebrated stages, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors. And this April, when the 60th annual Biennale opens, …
ABCNews Channel 4: Renowned filmmaker Julie Dash to speak at International African American Museum
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — The International African American Museum announced they will host a conversation with award-winning filmmaker Julie Dash in March in honor of Women’s History Month. Dash will be speaking at the museum on March 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a reception to follow. Read More