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Art meets history as we explore the correlation of hip hop and quilting. From the secret language via symbols and lettering, to the movement of minstrel shows and the talent that emerged, quilting and hip hop share a foundation that eventually gave rise to hip hop culture. Discover the connection in the new exhibit, Hidden Messages.
Decoding the Secrets, Artists’ talk – FRI | FEB 21 at 6PM
Join us for a panel discussion featuring Dorothy Straughter and Poppin Chuck, Hip Hop Dance Instructor for the BAC, on the parallels of quilting’s secret codes and hip hop writing culture.
Hip Hop Workshop – FRI | FEB 28 at 6:30PM – $10
3 Hip Hop dancers teach their moves to a select audience and engage our newly formed dance crews in a dance battle.
EXHIBIT RUNS FEB 7 through MAR 8
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