Radcliffe Bailey, Far Beyond the Valley, 2003, mixed media on wood, Purchased with funds from Winifred and Kevin Reilly.
Access for All Day: Black History Month
Sunday, February 2 from 1–4 PM • FREE
Celebrate Black History Month with inspiring artwork by Black artists! Enjoy hands-on art activities and performances. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
Program schedule below:
1-4 PM / Drop in art making
1-4 PM / Live painting by Mike Weary
1:30-2 PM / Choir Performance by AJG Experience
1-4 PM / Seek & Find Gallery Guide: learn more about artwork by Black Artists currently on view in the galleries
VISITING ARTIST: MIKE WEARY We’re thrilled to announce Mike Weary as our visiting artist who will be painting live in the lobby during this Access for All Day program! Mike Weary, a self-taught artist from New Orleans, is known for his dynamic, upside-down painting style and innovative use of materials like rusted iron and patina. His works explore resilience, identity, and community and have been showcased in galleries across the Gulf Coast and beyond. An active arts advocate and community organizer, Mike serves as Artist in Residence and Artist Liaison for the Arts Council of Baton Rouge. He leads projects like Arts for Everybody and serves on the board of the Louisiana Partnership for the Arts, where he helped establish April 18 as Louisiana’s official Day of the Arts.
MUSIC PERFORMANCE IN THE GALLERIES Please join us for a performance from 1:30–2 PM by Arthur J. Gremillion and vocalists from the AJG Experience School of Music. Gremillion, Executive Director & Head Vocal Coach, is a native of New Roads, LA and a graduate of Southern University and A&M College. He is respected figure in gospel music, known for his exceptional vocal talent, leadership, and genuine heart for worship.
SEEK & FIND GALLERY GUIDE Discover powerful works by Black artists in the LSU Museum of Art’s galleries. Featuring pieces from our permanent collection and special loans, these artworks highlight diverse perspectives, creativity, and storytelling. As you explore, read signs in the galleries to learn more about these artists and their significant contributions to art and culture.
