The Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OH) today called on the FBI to initiate a hate crime investigation of a recent incident of vandalism at a Muslim-owned business in that state.
The Columbus Black Doll & Gift Show will premier showcasing a variety of handcrafted, collectible, modern and artist sculptured dolls, as well as unique gift items, on Saturday, November 27, 2010 at the Aladdin Shrine Center, 3850 Stelzer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
PNC proudly presents the King Arts Complex 23rd Anniversary Gala “Global Reflections,” Saturday, May 15th 8:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m. at the King Arts Complex 867 Mt. Vernon Avenue. Global Reflections is the premiere event of the 2010 season! The King Arts Complex will take you on a journey to various destinations around the world including North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean celebrating our rich and diverse threads while reflecting our soulful connections and commonalities!
The King Arts Complex is proud to present African Art Tradition & Influence: Frank Frazier, Thursday, April 8, 2010 through Friday, May 28, 2010 in the Elijah Pierce Gallery. African Art Tradition & Influence will showcase the artistry of sculptor, painter, and collagist Frank Frazier.
Frank Frazier is a self taught artist who attributes his talent as a blessing from the Creator. He draws his influences of working with oils, watercolor, charcoal and other materials from artifacts and artisans in Senegal, Gambia, Sierra Leone, and West Africa. Frank has composed numerous masterpieces. These works of genius have dictated everything from the civil rights movement to jovial jazz concerts. This native of Harlem has pioneered the way for other minority artists. His activism and dedication to his family has resulted in a global fan base. Frank’s work has been featured in institutions such as The Schomburg Center and New York Public Library in New York, Howard University and Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, and the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee just to name a few.
The King Arts Complex is proud to present African Art Tradition & Influence: Woodrow Nash Sculptor, Thursday, February 11, 2010 through Wednesday, March 26, 2010. African Art Tradition & Influence will showcase traditional African Art from the Keith Neal African Art Gallery. This exhibition will feature life-size bronze statues from Benin and wood sculptures from different African cultures that relates to clan ancestry.
