Here At The Smithsonian: Contemporary Expressions

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Here At The Smithsonian: Contemporary Expressions

"Contemporary Expressions," an episode of Here At The Smithsonian, aired in 1987. This video features the first exhibition at the new location of the Anacostia Museum that focuses on the work of four contemporary African American artists, including Sam Gilliam and Martha Jackson-Jarvis, both of whom talk about their process and artwork. Featuring: John P. Meehan (Narrator), John Kinard (Director, Anacostia Museum), Sam Gilliam (Artist), Martha Jackson-Jarvis (Sculptor) Accession 00-132, Volume 6, Episode 3, Smithsonian Institution Archives. https://siarchives.si.edu/collections/siris_arc_228873

3 min 55 sec

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