Black Art & Black Artists Exhibit Opens Feb. 21 in The Gallery at TCC
This February, Tacoma Community College, the Tacoma Urban League, and the Pierce County Black Collective are proud to present a special exhibit showcasing Black art and Black artists in The Gallery at TCC. Featuring local artists, the exhibit explores themes related to Black culture, identity, and society. In addition, the exhibit features opportunities for community members to interact with local artists and their work. Funding support is provided by the City of Tacoma Arts Commission.
The exhibit will be open Feb. 21 – March 17, 2023. The Gallery is open to the public 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday on days the college is open. In addition, The Gallery will host a panel discussion, a Family Day, and artist-led Gallery Talks. Admission to all events is free.
Located near the corner of 12th and Mildred, The Gallery is Building 4 at Tacoma Community College. Visitor parking is available nearby in Lot G.
Panel Discussion
A panel discussion will be held in The Gallery Thursday, March 2, 7 – 8:30 p.m. The panel discussion is open to everyone.
Family Day
The Gallery will be open Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for family activities, including art projects and an exhibit “treasure hunt.” College employees will be on hand to assist with the art projects and discuss the exhibit.
Gallery Talks
Lourdes Jackson, Feb. 27, noon – 12:30 p.m.
Stephen Simmons, Feb. 28, noon – 12:30 p.m.
Jasmine Iona Brown, March 3, noon – 12:30 p.m.
Gwen Jones, March 3, 12:30 – 1 p.m.
Sabreehna S. Essien, March 6, noon – 12:30 p.m.
JW Harrington, March 7, noon – 12:30 p.m.
Kenya Shakoor, March 7, 12:30 – 1 p.m.
Necashaw Montgomery, noon – 12:30 p.m.