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Celebrating the Collaborative Spirit of Visionary Artist and Scholar David C. Driskell

David C. Driskell & Friends: Creativity, Collaboration, and Friendship (February 26 - May 24, 2024)

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The Driskell Center Archives Receives Gift from Groundbreaking Artist Robin Holder to Establish the Robin Holder Collection

The Driskell Center is proud to announce that the Center’s Archives will be home to the Robin Holder Collection, a gift of the artist.

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The Driskell Center Welcomes Lillian O'Brien Davis, Recipient of the David C. and Thelma G. Driskell Award for Creative Excellence for 2024

Winner of Creative Excellence Award in Two-Week Residency in the Archives

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Film Screening: "Black Art: In the Absence of Light"

Join us for the film screening on Wednesday, March 13th, 6:30 pm

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The Alonzo Davis Collection Virtual Exhibition: The Public Art of Alonzo Davis

Dive into the recently donated archive, the Alonzo Davis Collection, through our virtual exhibition “The Public Art of Alonzo Davis”

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Established in 2001, the David C. Driskell Center provides an intellectual home for artists, museum professionals, art administrators and scholars who are interested in broadening the field of African diasporic studies.

The Driskell Center is committed to preserving the rich heritage of African American visual art and culture.

Living Legacy Speaking Tour

View the recordings of the Living Legacy Speaking Tour from 2018-19. Hear Prof. David C. Driskell and Prof. Curlee Holton discuss Prof. Driskell's life and legacy.

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Virtual Events Archive

All of our virtual events have been recorded. Enjoy the Driskell Center's online offerings here!

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Shop The Driskell Center's New Store

We're excited to launch our first online store, offering exclusive prints, publications, and merchandise from The Driskell Center.

Every purchase supports The Driskell Center's programs and collections!

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