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Afro-Atlantic Histories Exhibition Trailer

For centuries, artists have told and retold the complex histories of the African Diaspora. The exhibition Afro-Atlantic Histories, which was on view at the National Gallery of Art from April 10 to July 17, 2022, explored this enduring legacy. Afro-Atlantic Histories took an in-depth look at the historical experiences and cultural formations of Black and African people since the 17th century. More than 130 powerful works of art, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and time-based media by artists from Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean, brought these narratives to life. This exhibition was initially presented as Histórias Afro-Atlânticas in 2018 by the Museu de Arte de São Paulo in Brazil. Major support for this exhibition is provided by the Ford Foundation. Additional funding is provided by the Exhibition Circle of the National Gallery of Art and the Annenberg Fund for the International Exchange of Art.

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