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California African American Museum Happenings Newsletter for May 2025
Arts and Entertainment
May 13, 2025
From: California African American MuseumNews:
Don't let the clouds fool you, spring is here! The galleries are brimming with art and ideas as this season of exhibitions at CAAM and Art + Practice features a kaleidoscopic view of Black art and history. Drop in to an art workshop or guided tour or take your time moving through a yoga flow on the lawn.
Did you know on May 19, 2025, Malcolm X would have turned 100 years old? Explore his legacy and impact in the Awol Erizku: X exhibition and zine workshop on May 10.
Exhibitions
Mar 26 – Sep 7, 2025
Awol Erizku: X
Awol Erizku: X is composed of new and recent works, including photographs, sculptures, works on paper, film, archival material, and a decades-spanning soundtrack. Together, they collectively convey the artist’s view of Malcolm X as a metaphorical prism of faith, masculinity, and transformation, and a key figure connecting the United States and Africa ... Read more
Apr 15 – Oct 12, 2025
Ode to ’Dena: Black Artistic Legacies of Altadena
For many African Americans, the tragic destruction of Altadena by wildfire signaled not only an immediate crisis but a collective trauma. Ode to ’Dena lauds the rich and dynamic Black cultural heritage of Altadena. It surveys the town’s enduring legacy through the work and stories of an intergenerational group of artists and culture bearers that have called it home ... Read more
Public Programs
Sat, May 24 | 1:00–3:30 p.m.
Repossessions Guided Tour and Art Workshop
Join us for activities at the museum inspired by Repossessions, an exhibition exploring the concept of reparations, on view at CAAM through August 3, 2025.
Meet passionate and knowledgeable gallery guides and volunteer docents for a spirited conversation about the exhibition.
CAAM Connects Artmaking Workshop | 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Experience art in new ways through interactive workshops that bring exhibition themes to life. Connect with neighbors, engage in creative play, and discover how art reflects and enriches your own story. All ages and abilities are welcome.