The Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts (The Hurston) celebrates its 20th season this year with a special exhibit, “Zora Neale Hurston: The Legacy of Inspired Reality” (January 23-August 27, 2010).
This exhibit pays tribute to Eatonville’s hometown daughter with a distinctive display featuring the works of numerous artists inspired by Hurston, with images of Hurston and her works woven into the exhibit. Featuring two-and three-dimensional works, the exhibit includes fine art photography, installation art and mixed media.
Featured artists include Deborah Willis (MacArthur Foundation/Genius Award Fellow), Carrie Mae Weems, Lonnie Graham, Whitfield Lovell, Fred Wilson, Betye Saar, Hank Willis and Therman Statom.
This 20th anniversary reflects The Hurston’s enduring commitment to present creative work from the universe of distinguished visual artists of African ancestry.
Visit www.zoranealehurstonmuseum.org for more information.
