Racism: In the Face of Hate We Resist,the show of art quilts at the Textile Center of Minneapolis was originally planned to take place during the one year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd. Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi,the curator along with the Textile Center planned a full week of activities. Artists were encouraged to attend. Safety conditions were in place.Racism:In the Face of Hate We Resist was only one of seven shows curated this year by Dr. Carolyn Mazloomi. However, the unforeseen timing of events necessitated changes.
Minneapolis in the News
Racism:In the Face of Hate We Resist
Various news stories from Minneapolis graced the front pages these last few weeks of April, 2021; accountability for the murder of George Floyd and the passing of a great American leader and favorite son, Walter Mondale. At the very last minute the Center scaled back the events. The curator agreed due to the tense atmosphere.We are all grateful that events proved peaceful in Minneapolis.
Moving the Show Forward-
The Smithsonian Museum plans on exhibiting selected pieces from the Racism:In the Face of Hate We Resist show. The show could not include the large number of art quilts. Purchase of several art quilts by the Smithsonian is also in the works!!!!!
On with the virtual show,
Racism:In the Face of Hate We Resist
From the Virtual Exhibition of Racism:In the Face of Hate We Resist at the Textile Center, Minneapolis, MN from their website
An international juried exhibition featuring 63 quilts, Racism: In the Face of Hate We Resistshares stories of resistance and fortitude that have been integral to the survival of Black people in America.
This exhibition is part of Textile Center and Women of Color Quilters Network’s We Are the Story initiative. The exhibition took place in 2021.