Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
‘Soul of a Nation’
The “Soul of a Nation” exhibition and symposium will be accompanied by programs including: ■ Feb. 28: Spotlight Talk Panel: Discussion on African-American athletes in Arkansas. Evin Demirel will moderate a conversation around his book with guest speakers such as Razorback great and NBA and NCAA All-Star Sidney Moncrief.
■ March 2: Performance Lab: The Last Poets perform a greatest-hits show from their spoken-word albums that inspired politically charged rap groups such as Public Enemy. The night will feature a vinyl signing. ■ March 15, 22, 29: Listening Sessions: Music from the 1960s, ’70s, and ’80s, featuring selected tracks inspired by the temporary exhibition “Soul of a Nation: Art in the Age of Black Power.”
Other related resources:
■ Soul of a Nation Spotify playlist, YouTube watch list and suggested readings is available online and in the print guide.
■ Fully illustrated exhibition catalog in the museum store for purchase.
■ Gallery interactives will include videos showcasing speeches from prominent civil rights leaders, digitized Black Photographers Annual magazines, and clips of Just Above Midtown gallery performances. ■ The museum restaurant, Eleven, will offer a Soul of a Nation tasting menu through March.
■ Special tours through Soul of a Nation are planned for 1 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for the run of the exhibition.