Roots & Rhythms: African American Creative Expression in Rhode Island

Roots & Rhythms celebrates the enduring creativity, resilience, and cultural leadership of African Americans across generations. This exhibition brings together historical artifacts and contemporary works to honor the voices, visions, and rhythms that continue to define Black artistic expression in the state. Through visual art, performance, storytelling, and design, visitors are invited to explore how creativity serves as both a reflection of lived experience and a powerful tool for transformation.