GRACE – Art exhibit opening reception

The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery (MAAHMG) is excited to present an art exhibition featuring local artists Walter Griffin and Beverly Tipton Hammond.

The exhibit “Grace” tells the visual story of African American women wearing hats, often called church hats, which has cultural and spiritual significance in the African American community. The exhibit features photography by Walter Griffin and paintings by Beverly Tipton Hammond. The exhibit also includes a collection of hats provided by Kevin Henderson of Mr. H’s hats.

An opening reception will be held November 1. The artists will be present and will have works for sale. Admission is free. The exhibit runs from November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019.