Memory House
252 South Los Angeles Street Los Angeles, CA 90012
Saturday, September 28 at 6:00 PM 9:00 PM
Ends Oct 9, 2024
Join us for the In-Person Opening Reception on Saturday, September 28th, 6-8 pm with artist talk form 6:45 – 7:15 pm @ LACP Headquarters, 252 S. Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, RSVP Below. Artists Tumi Adeleye, Jessica Bethel, courtney coles, Amari Dixon, Amber’Valley’ Evangelista, Joan Fuller, Nathalie Gordon, Gabrielle Hudspeth, Alexis Hunley, Hanna Leka, Qurissy Lopez, Amber Salik, Kelli Scates, Jenelle Smith, Nia Symone, Taizja Tate, Cara Taylor, Kiera Thomas, Marie Thomas, Jesse-Ann Tipe Curated by Black Women Photographers Curation & Planning Committee: Jessica Bethel Amari Dixon Amber ‘Valley’ Evangelista Nathalie Gordon Kelli Scates Melanie White About Memory House is an exhibition that delves into the intricate and multifaceted identities of Black women. “Memory House” illustrates stored past experiences or history that define or contribute to who you are. This collection is a testament to the rich tapestry of history, culture, and self-discovery that shape who we are. Featuring 20 Black Women Photographers who showcase powerful narratives, revealing how the past influences our present, our choices, and the impact we leave on others. From intimate documentation of becoming a caregiver to reflective self-portraiture, we invite you to consider your own “Memory House.” Consider how these elements intertwine with your gender, sexuality, and personal path of self-discovery. The images showcased here are not only personal expressions but also windows into the diverse experiences that define identity. Exploring sacred family traditions, documenting the journey of becoming a caregiver, and chronicling archival family work, each artist explores topics unique to the Black experience. Exemplary to Blackness is not a monolith, womanhood is not a monolith, existence is not a monolith.