UnSettled: Diaspora Child – The Conversation: Artists Q&A

A deeply rooted experience in history involving the identity of a
people, wrapped in an ongoing struggle for a sense of belonging.

This exhibition, a reflection of the forced displacements, the severed
connections to ancestral lands, and the continuous search of home in
environments that often feel foreign or unwelcoming. The concept of
being unsettled is not just geographical; it extends our sense of self,
the understanding of heritage, and our place in a world that has
marginalized and dehumanized people over time.

Our teams main purpose for this exhibition will challenge the
reconciliation of the rich, diverse traditions of our ancestors while
celebrating our existence through culture and community. We will no
longer struggle with our identities, where we come from or how to
preserve our cultures.

Being unsettled is not just a source of discomfort but also a catalyst
for growth, empowerment, and the reimagining of our futures. Through
the arts, we will reclaim our lives and identities while honoring the
paths our ancestors carved for us.

Thursday:

*Opening Reception 5:30pm – 9pm 10/10/24 at 33 Washington Street (James Street side on the 3rd floor, left side of the gallery space. Look for green ivy! 🌱☘️🌿🌵

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-Saturday:
*Diaspora Artisan Market with some amazing vendors from New Jersey! They have beautiful products and merch sure to make you feel special and artsy!
10 am- 2pm

*Official Newark Arts Afterparty #ForsaLaFamilia 10pm-2am
Featuring DJ MD @marcydepina and @merklafamilia @teeejuana live as we turn up the heat in being of the diaspora.

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-Sunday:
*Vibe out to the smooth vibes of @vtxstudios as they groove and blend their way around a room full of beautiful art and creativity 6-7:50pm
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*The Conversation: Artist Q+A 8pm-9pm with this years amazing artists and how their practices coincide with this years theme.