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    Tsedaye Makonnen: Sanctuary :: መቅደስ :: Mekdes Added

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    Tsedaye Makonnen: Sanctuary :: መቅደስ :: Mekdes

    Explore sculptures that explore the dehumanization of Black women and themes related to the power of motherhood and sisterly solidarity.

    December 13, 2024 – Ongoing

    African Art Museum

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    These artworks were some of the 29 pieces that were legally transferred to their country of origin, Nigeria, in fall 2022.

    June 3, 2024 – December 31, 2026

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    Visionary: Viewpoints on Africa's Arts

    Visionary offers broad thematic connections between works from across the spectrum of times, places, and media represented in the museum’s holdings.

    November 4, 2017 – Permanent

    African Art Museum

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    Currents: Water in African Art

    The objects in Currents span the continent of Africa to explore the importance of water for both practical and artistic purposes.

    July 15, 2016 – Indefintely

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