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Dear Friends and Supporters of MoCADA:
We are honored to invite you to the opening of one of our most politically charged exhibitions on Thursday, February 28th from 6-9pm. The title of the exhibition is Dread Scott: Welcome to America (Brooklyn artist). It covers important issues from the War in Iraq to issues of police misconduct. Given the increase in noose hangings, escalated police shootings, rise of incarceration rates, 'nappy headed hoe' comments and a plethora of other issues challenging the principals that America was founded upon, we believe that this is a timely exhibition to give the community an opportunity to discuss these critical issues through the medium of the visual arts. This is one of the most important exhibitions of the year and certainly one that you won't want to miss.
With warmest regards,
Laurie A. Cumbo |
DREAD SCOTT
WELCOME TO AMERICA
February 28 - June 1, 2008
Dread Scott is a revolutionary artist whose work speaks to the social, economic and political transitions occurring throughout the United States and the globe. Influenced by issues of police and governmental violence, traumatic events such as Hurricane Katrina, and the exploitation of people throughout the world, Welcome to America includes engaging multi-media installations, sculptures and videos. It will surely make audiences think about what it means to live within a modern day empire.
PUBLIC PROGRAMS
Opening Reception
Thursday, February 28, 2008 6-9pm
MoCADA - 80 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY
Join the MoCADA staff, supporters and featured artist, Dread Scott, for an exciting evening of art, engagement and entertainment. MoCADA will extend its hours into the late evening to allow the public the first viewing of Welcome to America. This event is free, but donations are appreciated.
Artist Talk
Thursday, March 13, 2008 7-9pm
MoCADA - 80 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY
Dread Scott will lead a tour and discussion of his work in relation to his artistic and political influences. Sure to be a dynamic conversation! This event will be free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
Reception II
Thursday, May 15, 2008 6-9pm
MoCADA - 80 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY
This event is in two parts! It's another opportunity to view Welcome to America and meet with artist Dread Scott! Plus you can view the limited engagement of HAIRPOLITIC! by artist Kenya Robinson. The work will be on display in the 80 Arts Building's foyer and will discuss the kinky, curly, relaxed, matted, braided and shaved expressions of black hair. Using combs, mirrors, screws, text, nuts and bolts, Robinson re-imagines these objects, creating pieces that speak to notions of black beauty and ugliness. This event will be free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
Malcolm X Birthday Celebration Program
Monday & Tuesday, May 19-20, 2008 9-12pm
Hanson Place Seventh Day Adventist Church (across the street from MoCADA)
Artist Dread Scott will lead students in a discussion on the "Dred Scott Decision" and how that profound moment in American history has influenced his work as a contemporary artist. Students will look at examples of Dread Scott's work, which will be placed within a discussion of the role of art in 21st century activism. This will be an incredible event for students!
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MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN DIASPORAN ARTS
80 Hanson Place
Brooklyn, New York 11217
718-230-0492
Image credits: Welcome to America
Dread Scott 2007 |
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MoCADA's Exhibtion Series is made possible by: Andy Warhol Foundation, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, New York State Council on the Arts - a state agency, New York Community Trust, J.P.MorganChase, Union Square Awards, NY State Senator Velmanette Montgomery, Senator John Sampson, Senator Kevin Parker, Senator Eric Adams, Assemblyman William Boyland, Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries, Assemblywoman Annette Robinson, Assemblyman N.Nick Perry, Assemblyman Karim Camara, Councilmember Letita James, Councilmember Charles Barron & Councilmember Albert Vann. |
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