Atlantic World Gallery Reimagined: A Refurbishment Celebration | Romney Road

Join TCM at the National Maritime Museum for a special event celebrating new artist commissions in the Atlantic Worlds Gallery. Event Description: Atlantic World Gallery Reimagined: A Refurbishment CelebrationDate: 4th September 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Venue: National Maritime Museum, Romney Rd, London SE10 9NF The Collective Makers (TCM) and the National Maritime Museum (NMM) warmly invite you to Atlantic World Gallery Reimagined: A Refurbishment Celebration, a significant event marking the transformation of the Atlantic Worlds Gallery. This special celebration, taking place on the 4th of September 2024 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, showcases the newly commissioned works by a group of groundbreaking artists, bringing a renewed focus and fresh perspectives to the gallery’s representation of Black history. In response to the gallery's refurbishment, the AWG Board has commissioned a diverse group of artists—Karen McLean, Joseph Ijoyemi, Nadina Ali, and PoOr Collective—to reinterpret and revitalise the gallery space. Through these artistic interventions, the gallery has been updated to offer a brighter and more insightful exploration of Black history, allowing visitors to engage with the stories and experiences of the African Diaspora in new and meaningful ways. This project was made possible with the Art Fund Support. The evening will feature music by DJ Intalekt, creating an engaging and vibrant atmosphere as you explore the gallery’s new installations. Additionally, the event will include a live performance by Othello De'Souza-Hartley titled ‘Water Doesn’t Stop Flowing’. This multifaceted performance is a powerful celebration of alternative identities within the UK’s African Diaspora. It embodies the resilience and adaptability of these identities, much like water, which navigates and overcomes obstacles while carrying the weight of memory and history, acknowledging the present, and influencing the future. This event not only celebrates the refurbishment of the Atlantic Worlds Gallery but also serves as an invitation to reflect on the complex histories and narratives that shape our world today. Through the intersection of art, history, and performance, this event aims to create a space for dialogue, understanding, and inspiration. We look forward to welcoming you to this momentous occasion and sharing in the celebration of the Atlantic Worlds Gallery’s new chapter.
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