Follow the North Star: Curator Talk with James Bartlett and Adama Delphine Fawundu

Throughout African American history, the destination of ‘freedom’ has proven to be an elusive location. The search for this ‘promised land’ has taken many forms, including travel, migration, and even imagination. The International African American Museum’s (IAAM) newest special exhibition, “Follow the North Star: Freedom in the Age of Mobility,” explores this multifaceted journey while inviting visitors to learn about historic events related to African Americans’ search for freedom.

On Thursday, October 17, we invite you to join us at the IAAM for a conversation on the creation of the exhibition and how African Americans have collectively moved, both physically and metaphysically, towards a brighter future. Joining James Bartlett, IAAM Special Exhibitions Curator, in conversation is featured visual artist Adama Delphine Fawundu.