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African Art in The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
Discover the fascinating roles fans have played across cultures and throughout history.
Ashley E. Dunn and Jane R. Becker
May 5
Cécile Fromont reflects on the history of Christianity in the Kingdom of Kongo and how it is expressed in Kongolese culture through the lens of a crucifix at The Met.
Cécile Fromont
November 19, 2025
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Join curator Alisa LaGamma to celebrate the renovation and reopening of the Arts of Africa galleries in the Michael C. Rockefeller Wing.
Alisa LaGamma and Jenny Peruski
August 14, 2025
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Enjoy a selection of short films from a newly produced series on sub-Saharan Africa’s distinct landmarks and behind-the-scenes stories of the filmmaking process.
June 24, 2025
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Join a filmmaker, curators, and an international correspondent to learn about a series of short films that foreground twelve of sub-Saharan Africa’s distinct landmarks.
June 12, 2025
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Join in a lively festival at one of ten remaining Asante traditional buildings in Ghana.
May 31, 2025
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Explore the ancient rock art of Tsodilo Hills, Botswana, one of the world’s most significant archaeological and cultural heritage sites.
May 31, 2025
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Enter the royal burial site of Kasubi and learn about the efforts to rebuild the Kasubi Kings Tomb after a devastating fire in 2010.
May 31, 2025
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Learn about Providence Island’s role in the complex intertwined histories of Liberia and the United States.
May 31, 2025
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Hear from local artisans who aim to preserve the vibrant architectural legacy of the remarkable Batammariba houses or sikien of Koutammakou.
May 31, 2025