Have you ever pondered the messages conveyed by works of art? In these unique sessions, members like you engage in enlightening conversations led by our knowledgeable museum experts, exploring the nuances and stories behind some of the NMOA’s most cherished artworks.
Masks are a universal phenomenon. From wooden African ceremonial masks to gold ones from ancient South America and protective headgear from Europe and Asia, they often hold a deep and significant place in various cultures throughout the world.
In this fun, family-friendly workshop, you’ll create your own disguise inspired by a plank mask known as nwantantay designed by the Baga people of Burkina Faso. We’ll use decorative checkerboard paper and black-and-white graphic symbols reminiscent of its brightly painted black, white, and red geometric patterns. You’ll also learn more about the nwantantay in our Arts of Global Africa collection, and the rich tradition it and others are part of.
This free Member Experience will be led by Mansa K. Mussa, a visual artist, arts educator, curator, and consultant who taught visual and performing arts at NMOA from 1990 to 2020. He currently teaches at the Montclair Art Museum, The Visual Art Center of New Jersey, and Arts For Kids, Inc. All supplies will be provided. Register now for this exciting hands-on event!
Activity Level: Participants can expect to move between exhibitions or galleries. This level is suitable for those comfortable with moderate physical activity.
The Newark Museum of Art’s campus is fully ADA-compliant, and we welcome visitors with all accessibility needs. All galleries and levels of the Museum are accessible by elevator. Wheelchair-accessible and gender-neutral restrooms are available. For any specific questions regarding accessibility, please contact accessibility@newarkmuseumart.org.
Location: Main Building
Registration is required.
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