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Diverse perspectives
The Center blog features writing by the museum staff, volunteers, students and guest writers. If you are interested in contributing to our blog, please send a bio and short statement about your topic to burchfld@buffalostate.edu.You can also participate with the Burchfield Penney on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr.
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Artist-founded urban art center had a legendary impact on youth
Friday, February 28, 2020
The Langston Hughes Center, co-founded by artists Jim Pappas, Clarence Scott, Allie Anderson and Wilhelmina Godfrey, was revolutionary in utilizing art to improve social conditions.
Jim Pappas: More Than 50 Legendary Years of Paving The Way
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Jim Pappas is highly regarded for his legacy of employing the arts, education and community engagement as instruments of social change.
Wilhelmina Godfrey: Artist, Educator, Innovator and Community Builder
Monday, February 24, 2020
Wilhelmina Godfrey was an esteemed African American artist and an influential figure within both the local arts and African American communities.
Abdias do Nascimento: Art, Politics and Social Justice
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Brazilian artist Abdias do Nascimento, currently featured in the In The Fullness of Time exhibition, was an outspoken advocate for the for the rights of Afro-Brazilians in both his art and activism.
Burchfield Penney Acquires McCallum Tarry Work
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Purchased with funds from members of its board of trustees, the large-scale painting depicts social activist Blackburn (1901-1982) accompanied by members of the League of Negro Women Voters taking bold legislative steps seeking the right to vote.
Another Great Hyatt's All Things Creative Family Day at the Burchfield Penney!
Thursday, February 13, 2020
We continue to meet and make new friends with so many people coming for the first-time, many of whom became new members of the Center! Visitors were surprised and inspired to see the Center bustling with little ones having a great time.
We need IMLS! by Heather Gring
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
I would not be here in Buffalo if not for grant funding like IMLS, the NEA, and NEH--three federal funding sources that President Trump is proposing to eliminate in the FY 2021 budget.
Rest in Peace Woody Vasulka
Monday, December 23, 2019
ART IS A GIFT: HOLIDAY ART & GIFT SALE AT THE BURCHFIELD PENNEY
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
The 3-day event is Friday, 12-8 pm, Saturday, 10 am-5 pm, & Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm
(716) Art: An Auction to Benefit the Burchfield Penney
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
NOTE THAT THE DATE OF THIS EVENT HAS CHANGED TO NOVEMBER 20.
