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Spelman College Museum: "Repossessions" exhibition
October 31, 2025 – May 1, 2026
All day
440 Westview Drive, Atlanta, GA 30314, USA
Description
“Repossessions” presents works by artist Chelle Barbour, Marcus Brown, Rodney Ewing, Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle (Olomidara Yaya), Curtis Patterson and to be unveiled in the Spring of 2026, a new artwork from Shanequa Gay.
Using a variety of visual strategies, the artworks commissioned for “Repossessions” contribute to viewers’ understanding of the long aftermath of enslavement and the need for envisioning reparation. The title of the exhibition names the process of giving Black artists possession of historical objects and their facsimiles, allowing them to “repossess” them from white family archives of enslavement, and alter their existence.
“Repossessions” is an indictment of the history of human ownership and its violent, multigenerational, and international legacy that demands to be confronted and reckoned with to this day.
“Repossessions” was commissioned by The Reparations Project and is curated by Bridget R. Cooks, Ph.D., independent curator, scholar, and professor of African American studies and art history at the University of California, Irvine. The exhibition is an initiative of The Reparations Project in collaboration with Reparations4Slavery and originated at the California African American Museum (CAAM). The presentation at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art is curated by Brandy Pettijohn, Ph.D. and made possible by the generous support of Sarah Eisner and the Friends of the Museum.
Using a variety of visual strategies, the artworks commissioned for “Repossessions” contribute to viewers’ understanding of the long aftermath of enslavement and the need for envisioning reparation. The title of the exhibition names the process of giving Black artists possession of historical objects and their facsimiles, allowing them to “repossess” them from white family archives of enslavement, and alter their existence.
“Repossessions” is an indictment of the history of human ownership and its violent, multigenerational, and international legacy that demands to be confronted and reckoned with to this day.
“Repossessions” was commissioned by The Reparations Project and is curated by Bridget R. Cooks, Ph.D., independent curator, scholar, and professor of African American studies and art history at the University of California, Irvine. The exhibition is an initiative of The Reparations Project in collaboration with Reparations4Slavery and originated at the California African American Museum (CAAM). The presentation at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art is curated by Brandy Pettijohn, Ph.D. and made possible by the generous support of Sarah Eisner and the Friends of the Museum.
Description
“Repossessions” presents works by artist Chelle Barbour, Marcus Brown, Rodney Ewing, Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle (Olomidara Yaya), Curtis Patterson and to be unveiled in the Spring of 2026, a new artwork from Shanequa Gay.
Using a variety of visual strategies, the artworks commissioned for “Repossessions” contribute to viewers’ understanding of the long aftermath of enslavement and the need for envisioning reparation. The title of the exhibition names the process of giving Black artists possession of historical objects and their facsimiles, allowing them to “repossess” them from white family archives of enslavement, and alter their existence.
“Repossessions” is an indictment of the history of human ownership and its violent, multigenerational, and international legacy that demands to be confronted and reckoned with to this day.
“Repossessions” was commissioned by The Reparations Project and is curated by Bridget R. Cooks, Ph.D., independent curator, scholar, and professor of African American studies and art history at the University of California, Irvine. The exhibition is an initiative of The Reparations Project in collaboration with Reparations4Slavery and originated at the California African American Museum (CAAM). The presentation at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art is curated by Brandy Pettijohn, Ph.D. and made possible by the generous support of Sarah Eisner and the Friends of the Museum.
Using a variety of visual strategies, the artworks commissioned for “Repossessions” contribute to viewers’ understanding of the long aftermath of enslavement and the need for envisioning reparation. The title of the exhibition names the process of giving Black artists possession of historical objects and their facsimiles, allowing them to “repossess” them from white family archives of enslavement, and alter their existence.
“Repossessions” is an indictment of the history of human ownership and its violent, multigenerational, and international legacy that demands to be confronted and reckoned with to this day.
“Repossessions” was commissioned by The Reparations Project and is curated by Bridget R. Cooks, Ph.D., independent curator, scholar, and professor of African American studies and art history at the University of California, Irvine. The exhibition is an initiative of The Reparations Project in collaboration with Reparations4Slavery and originated at the California African American Museum (CAAM). The presentation at the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art is curated by Brandy Pettijohn, Ph.D. and made possible by the generous support of Sarah Eisner and the Friends of the Museum.
2025 December
11
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J. Stacey Grayson: 'Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms' art exhibit
December 11, 2025 – February 7, 2026
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
One Margaret Mitchell Atlanta 30303
Description
About J. Stacey Grayson:
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
Description
About J. Stacey Grayson:
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
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Celebrate Kwanzaa at ADAMA
December 27, 2025
01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
352 University Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, USA
Description
Celebrate Kwanzaa at ADAMA — Day Two of the Holiday! ✨
Join us on Saturday, December 27, from 1–4 PM as we honor the second day of Kwanzaa with a joyful community gathering centered on art, culture, and heritage.
Here’s what’s in store:
🕯️ A kinara lighting ceremony honoring the Seven Principles
🔍 A playful, art-inspired scavenger hunt for kids (and kids at heart)
🎨 Full access to explore our current exhibition, Brother, Brother, celebrating Black artistry and storytelling
This family-friendly celebration is a beautiful way to embrace the Kwanzaa season and immerse yourself in the richness of the Diaspora. It’s free to attend—just register and come ready to connect.
📅 Saturday, December 27
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 ADAMA
Join us on Saturday, December 27, from 1–4 PM as we honor the second day of Kwanzaa with a joyful community gathering centered on art, culture, and heritage.
Here’s what’s in store:
🕯️ A kinara lighting ceremony honoring the Seven Principles
🔍 A playful, art-inspired scavenger hunt for kids (and kids at heart)
🎨 Full access to explore our current exhibition, Brother, Brother, celebrating Black artistry and storytelling
This family-friendly celebration is a beautiful way to embrace the Kwanzaa season and immerse yourself in the richness of the Diaspora. It’s free to attend—just register and come ready to connect.
📅 Saturday, December 27
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 ADAMA
Description
Celebrate Kwanzaa at ADAMA — Day Two of the Holiday! ✨
Join us on Saturday, December 27, from 1–4 PM as we honor the second day of Kwanzaa with a joyful community gathering centered on art, culture, and heritage.
Here’s what’s in store:
🕯️ A kinara lighting ceremony honoring the Seven Principles
🔍 A playful, art-inspired scavenger hunt for kids (and kids at heart)
🎨 Full access to explore our current exhibition, Brother, Brother, celebrating Black artistry and storytelling
This family-friendly celebration is a beautiful way to embrace the Kwanzaa season and immerse yourself in the richness of the Diaspora. It’s free to attend—just register and come ready to connect.
📅 Saturday, December 27
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 ADAMA
Join us on Saturday, December 27, from 1–4 PM as we honor the second day of Kwanzaa with a joyful community gathering centered on art, culture, and heritage.
Here’s what’s in store:
🕯️ A kinara lighting ceremony honoring the Seven Principles
🔍 A playful, art-inspired scavenger hunt for kids (and kids at heart)
🎨 Full access to explore our current exhibition, Brother, Brother, celebrating Black artistry and storytelling
This family-friendly celebration is a beautiful way to embrace the Kwanzaa season and immerse yourself in the richness of the Diaspora. It’s free to attend—just register and come ready to connect.
📅 Saturday, December 27
⏰ 1–4 PM
📍 ADAMA
2026 January
10
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Paint and Chat with J. Stacey Grayson
January 10, 2026
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
One Margaret Mitchell Atlanta 30303
Description
No experience is required to be creative, listen to light music, and engage in good conversations.
Check out J. Stacey Grayson's art exhibit in the lower-level Alcove through February 7, 2025. Register for the Closing Reception on Saturday, February 7th at 2:00 PM.
Check out J. Stacey Grayson's art exhibit in the lower-level Alcove through February 7, 2025. Register for the Closing Reception on Saturday, February 7th at 2:00 PM.
Description
No experience is required to be creative, listen to light music, and engage in good conversations.
Check out J. Stacey Grayson's art exhibit in the lower-level Alcove through February 7, 2025. Register for the Closing Reception on Saturday, February 7th at 2:00 PM.
Check out J. Stacey Grayson's art exhibit in the lower-level Alcove through February 7, 2025. Register for the Closing Reception on Saturday, February 7th at 2:00 PM.
2026 February
7
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J. Stacey Grayson's "Ancestral Remix" Closing Reception & Artist Talk
February 7, 2026
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
One Margaret Mitchell Atlanta 30303
Description
About J. Stacey Grayson:
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
From the artist:
"My mixed media work is a tribute to heritage, memory, and the power of everyday materials. Rooted in African-American culture, my pieces weave together bits and pieces of this and that to create a new “whole” (fragments)—to honor the past and reflect the present. My works are layered stories, born from the spirit of resilience (reflections) – “making something out of nothing” – and the beauty found in what’s often overlooked, discarded or forgotten (rhythms) – “one man’s trash is another’s treasure.” My creative practice is grounded in the belief that visual art is not merely decorative—it is a living, breathing form of storytelling. My materials range from found objects and fiber to paint and paper, allowing for rich, tactile narratives that connect past to present, personal to universal.
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
From the artist:
"My mixed media work is a tribute to heritage, memory, and the power of everyday materials. Rooted in African-American culture, my pieces weave together bits and pieces of this and that to create a new “whole” (fragments)—to honor the past and reflect the present. My works are layered stories, born from the spirit of resilience (reflections) – “making something out of nothing” – and the beauty found in what’s often overlooked, discarded or forgotten (rhythms) – “one man’s trash is another’s treasure.” My creative practice is grounded in the belief that visual art is not merely decorative—it is a living, breathing form of storytelling. My materials range from found objects and fiber to paint and paper, allowing for rich, tactile narratives that connect past to present, personal to universal.
Description
About J. Stacey Grayson:
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
From the artist:
"My mixed media work is a tribute to heritage, memory, and the power of everyday materials. Rooted in African-American culture, my pieces weave together bits and pieces of this and that to create a new “whole” (fragments)—to honor the past and reflect the present. My works are layered stories, born from the spirit of resilience (reflections) – “making something out of nothing” – and the beauty found in what’s often overlooked, discarded or forgotten (rhythms) – “one man’s trash is another’s treasure.” My creative practice is grounded in the belief that visual art is not merely decorative—it is a living, breathing form of storytelling. My materials range from found objects and fiber to paint and paper, allowing for rich, tactile narratives that connect past to present, personal to universal.
J. Stacey Grayson is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work dwells at the intersection of thought and beauty—where form meets function, and art becomes both a question and an answer. His creations are immersive invitations: to reflect, to feel, to connect.
In a remarkably short span, his work has earned widespread recognition. In 2024, he was selected as an artist-in-residence at the Fulton County Main Library, an opportunity that expanded both his vision and visibility. His art has been featured in a range of exhibitions for AAFTA, Strange Fruits Art Center, the ArtsXchange “Reclaimed Visions: The Art of Upcycling,” and most recently, the prestigious South Cobb Arts Alliance National Show—where he received Meritorious accolades. He was also honored with 2nd place People’s Choice Award for his breathtaking collage “Naomi” at the Roswell Juneteenth Exhibition at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
About the exhibit:
"Ancestral Remix: Fragments, Reflections, and Rhythms is a visual meditation on memory, legacy, and transformation. Through layered mixed media works, I re-assemble the tossed out and overlooked—fabric, wood, paper, found objects—into vibrant compositions that echo the rhythms of my African-American heritage. Each piece serves as a remix of ancestral energy, where the past meets the present in texture, color, and spirit. I am proposing a solo exhibition that explores the convergence of memory, culture, and imagination through mixed media compositions—works that are as layered in texture as they are in meaning. Each piece serves as both a mirror and a window: reflecting elements of personal and collective experience, while inviting viewers to consider new ways of seeing the familiar."
From the artist:
"My mixed media work is a tribute to heritage, memory, and the power of everyday materials. Rooted in African-American culture, my pieces weave together bits and pieces of this and that to create a new “whole” (fragments)—to honor the past and reflect the present. My works are layered stories, born from the spirit of resilience (reflections) – “making something out of nothing” – and the beauty found in what’s often overlooked, discarded or forgotten (rhythms) – “one man’s trash is another’s treasure.” My creative practice is grounded in the belief that visual art is not merely decorative—it is a living, breathing form of storytelling. My materials range from found objects and fiber to paint and paper, allowing for rich, tactile narratives that connect past to present, personal to universal.
