Cal Humanities

"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."

— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project

ONLINE–The Black Index Exhibition Opening Reception

CA

ONLINE OPENING–Celebrate the premiere of The Black Index at the Palo Alto Art Center with a virtual walkthrough by exhibition curator Bridget R. Cooks, a redaction poetry activity with playwright Leelee Jackson, and a concluding presentation by Palo Alto author Julie Lythcott-Haims. Friday, April 30 from 6:15-7:45 pm Register here. This project is supported by […]

Free

ONLINE–Virtual Teen Workshop: The Black Index

CA

ONLINE–Explore The Black Index exhibition through this workshop designed especially for teens aged 14 and up. Meet the exhibition curator, Bridget R. Cooks, and hear about her vision for the show. Artist Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle will introduce her work in a slide presentation, showcasing her performative drawing process. Then, join playwright Leelee Jackson as she […]

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ONLINE PANEL–Artists Lava Thomas, Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle and Bridget Cooks in Conversation

CA

ONLINE PANEL–The Black Index Exhibition presents a special conversation with the two Bay Area artists. Curator Bridget R. Cooks will lead a conversation between artists Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle and Lava Thomas about their work, The Black Index exhibition, and the role of artistic representation in acknowledging, honoring, and celebrating Black women.  Friday, June 4 from […]

Free