Black History Month at the MET!
The Museum's annual celebration of Black History Month includes an array of special programs highlighting the achievements of Africans and African-Americans in the literary, performing, and visual arts.

The following films are free with Museum admission:
Jacob Lawrence: An Intimate Portrait (1993)

Tuesday, February 19 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonnie J. Sacerdote Lecture Hall,
Uris Center for Education

Directed by Grover Babcock and Elvin Whitesides. The life and work of artist Jacob Lawrence, with a focus on his creative development (24 min.).

The Art of Romare Bearden (2003)

Tuesday, February 19 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonnie J. Sacerdote Lecture Hall, Uris Center for Education

Directed by Carroll Moore. Describes how Bearden's paintings and collages captured the diversity and richness of his life with its unique blend of cultural influences (34 min.).

Living Memory: Six Sketches of Mali Today (2003)

Thursday, February 21 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonnie J. Sacerdote Lecture Hall, Uris Center for Education

Directed by Susan Vogel. Overview of ritual arts, culture on display, style, architecture, contemporary artists, and music in present-day Mali (53 min.).

In recognition of African influences on both art and culture, the Museum is offering an array of Gallery Talks (free with Museum admission).

Available online now:
Romare Bearden: Let's Walk The Block
A guided tour of Harlem street life through the eyes of the artist himself, music by the Branford Marsalis Quartet, and activities designed for kids, parents, and teachers.

Podcast Episode: The African Artist El Anatsui
Curator Alisa LaGamma speaks with artist El Anatsui about his work, including the sculpture Between Heaven and Earth, which was recently installed in the Met's African art galleries.