Curator Valerie J. Mercer will be presenting a lecture on the significance of galleries dedicated to African American art at the upcoming event, "Valerie Mercer — ART NOW! lecture". This event will be held at the Film Row Cinema in Chicago, located at 1104 South Wabash Avenue, on November 8, 2023. Hosted by Columbia College Chicago, registration is required for attendance. Valerie J. Mercer is an esteemed curator who has made significant contributions to the art world. In 2001, she became the first Curator of African American Art at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), where she established the Center for African American Art. As the museum's Department Head, Mercer has played a pivotal role in developing galleries focused on African American art within the DIA. These galleries serve to highlight and educate visitors about the museum's extensive collection of African American artworks. Notable exhibitions organized by Mercer include "Art of Rebellion: Black Art of the Civil Rights Movement" in 2017 and "Detroit Collects: Selections of African American Art from Private Collections" in 2019-2020. Prior to her role at the DIA, Mercer served as the curator of collections at the Studio Museum in Harlem, where she organized groundbreaking exhibitions. With her extensive experience and expertise, Mercer's lecture promises to shed light on the impact and challenges faced by galleries dedicated to African American art. This insightful event is a must-attend for art enthusiasts and individuals interested in the rich cultural history of African American art.

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