African Diaspora to Afrofuturism
The Truth of Freedom: African Diaspora to Afrofuturism is a visual journey that reflects on the history of the African Diaspora and its varied celebrations of liberation across the world while connecting them with visions of the future and the continued advancements of liberty and freedom for African descendants around the globe. Continuing in the legacy of the ancestors who engaged in resistance by imagining worlds of equality and justice for Black people, local Black artists take as our point of departure, Afrofuturism, with its fusion of history, science fiction, and fantasy, to explore and expound new visions of the forthcoming of Black people. These elements of Afrofuturism symbolize areas where Black representation and histories have been nearly absent and areas that embody the cultural fabric and storytelling of society.
This year will mark the third iteration of Truth of Freedom, as it continues to commemorate Juneteenth in ever-expanding reimaginations of this celebratory and subversive exhibition.
Opening Celebration Truth of Freedom: African Diaspora to Afrofuturism
You’re invited to celebrate the exhibition opening for the third annual The Truth of Freedom in Waller Gallery on Floor 1 of the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
Juneteenth Jubilee at Newfields
Celebrate Juneteenth with dancing, art making, music, and free general admission to Newfields. Inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art, reflect on the history of the African Diaspora and its varied celebrations of liberation and vision for the future in the new exhibition Truth of Freedom: African Diaspora to Afrofuturism.
Black Art Market
Black Art Market is a celebration of Black art, highlighting the tremendous talent of Indiana based artists. All are welcome to attend this free event and peruse and shop among 30 local artists. Live music will fill the air and artists will offer demonstrations and classes throughout the day.
Everything Starts With A Thought, 2023, watercolor and acrylic, 16 × 20 in. Courtesy of the artist. © Angelita Hampton.