In Memory of Daphne Porter
The Museum of African American Art recently lost a dear friend and longtime board member, Daphne Porter, who served as the museum's treasurer for many years. We will always remember Daphne's humor, dedication, and wisdom. She kept us focused on the bottom line in finance and, more importantly, in life. She led by example. We will miss her dearly.
MAAA Board of Directors
March 2014
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SPIRIT & SOUL | THE ART OF BUENA JOHNSON
March 23 — June 29, 2014
Location: MAAA Main Gallery | Hours
Join us on Sunday, March 23, from 2 to 5 pm, at the opening reception for an exciting and important one-woman show featuring the work of Buena Johnson! Buena Johnson has received widespread recognition for her legendary jazz, blues, and gospel fine art as well as her many commissioned portraits. Her clients include Halle Berry, Arianna Huffington, Bernard & Shirley Kinsey, Oprah Winfrey, Dick Van Dyke, Queen Latifah, Barbara Sinatra, and many others. "I am grateful that my work inspires and pleases others, and humbled to have the gift of art."
—Buena Johnson
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| My Soul Feels Weary © by Buena Johnson |
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THE PALMER HAYDEN COLLECTION
Featuring the John Henry Series
Location: MAAA Event Hall | HoursExperience this celebrated collection of 40 oil paintings by Harlem Renaissance artist Palmer Hayden, including the 12 paintings known as the "Ballad of John Henry Series," which chronicle the life of folk hero John Henry and his famous race against the steam drill. The Palmer Hayden Collection is part of the permanent collection at The Museum of African American Art.
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| His Hammer in His Hand, 1944-47 |
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upcoming events | march 2014
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Connie Rice Book Signing
Sunday, March 16
2:00 – 5:00 pm
MTA Metro Art
Artist Opportunity Workshop
Monday, March 17
5:00 – 7:00 pm
MAAA OPENING RECEPTION
Spirit & Soul | The Art of Buena Johnson
Sunday, March 23
2:00 – 5:00 pm
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Bill Byers Art Exhibit & Jazz
Sunday, March 30
1:00 – 5:00 pm
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