Exhibition reflects mission to protect, preserve, share culture

By Taylor Mayad

The African American Museum, Dallas in historic Fair Park announces two exhibitions this fall — Protecting Cultural Memory: A Commitment to the Conservation and Protection of the Art and Archives Held in the African American Museum, Dallas and Visual Thoughts: The Visual Language of Morris Yanger. The exhibitions highlight the Museum’s dedication to preserving artistic legacies while amplifying the creativity and cultural narratives of African American artists. 

“With millions of people coming to Fair Park for the State Fair of Texas, this is a remarkable opportunity to welcome new audiences who may be discovering the Museum for the first time,” said Lisa Brown Ross, president and CEO of the African American Museum. “Protecting Cultural Memory shines a light on the often-unseen work of conservation — the careful preservation that ensures these works of art endure for future generations. At its heart, this exhibition reflects our mission to protect, preserve and share African American heritage in ways that resonate today and tomorrow.”

This fall’s conservation focus builds on the Museum’s recent $3 million grant from the state’s Texas Historical Commission, with additional support from Google, to preserve and digitize its extensive 50-year collection. The funding underscores the Museum’s commitment to safeguarding African American art and history for future generations.

The African American Museum, Dallas is located at 3536 Grand Ave. in Dallas’ historic Fair Park. 

Free and open to the public, the museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free self-parking is available in nearby lots. 

During the State Fair of Texas (Sept. 26-Oct. 19), the Museum will open daily from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Visitors must purchase Fair admission and parking to gain access to the museum.

For more information, go to aamdallas.org or call 214-565-9026.