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The Purpose of the CAU Art Galleries is to collect, preserve, study, and exhibit fine art works that

08/27/2026

🎨 YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO “AT THE VANGUARD: MAKING AND SAVING HISTORY AT HBCUs” ✉️

“At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at HBCUs” is a collaboration between the National Museum of African American History and Culture and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.

It is part of the HBCU History and Culture Access Consortium Initiative made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities and a bequest from Dr. Beryl Carter Rice.

The exhibition is supported by CBRE, Coogle Arts & Culture, Johnson & Johnson, the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Corporate Leadership Council, the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Members, Southern Company Foundation, The TX Foundation, inc., and TOYOTA.

📅 September 17 – December 11, 2026
🥂 Opening Reception: September 17 | 4:30–7:00 PM

Mark your calendars and join us as we celebrate the institutions, artists, and histories that continue to shape our cultural legacy. Stay tuned for more details!

Image Credit:
Johnson, William H. “Untitled Folk Scene (Jitterbugs),” c. 1942, Oil on Cardboard, Permanent Load form the National Collection of Fine Art. Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Art Museum.

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08/26/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday and lasting legacy of legendary artist and educator Hale Aspacio Woodruff. 🎨✨

Woodruff’s impact is deeply woven into the history of Clark Atlanta University, from his influential years teaching at Atlanta University to the iconic Art of the Negro murals that continue to inspire generations.

Join us in honoring a visionary whose artistry, leadership, and commitment to Black art helped shape American art history. Happy Birthday, Hale Woodruff! 🖤

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Coming Home, 1935
Hale Aspacio Woodruff (1900–1980)
Oil on canvas

Coming Home, 1935
Hale Aspacio Woodruff (1900–1980)
Oil on canvas

08/19/2026

✨ COMING SOON TO CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY! ✨

We’re excited to welcome At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at HBCUs, a powerful traveling exhibition celebrating the creativity, scholarship, activism, and legacy preserved within HBCU collections. Clark Atlanta University is proudly one of five featured institutions. 🖤❤️ (National African American Museum (https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/vanguard?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Stay tuned for more details—you won’t want to miss this! 👀✨

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08/13/2026

🎨 Interested in becoming a volunteer at the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum?

We’d love to have you join our museum community! With exciting exhibitions, programs, and events coming this fall, there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved and support the arts. ✨

📩 Email our Gallery Manager today to be added to our volunteer list!

08/11/2026

👀 What do you think we’re getting ready for?

Something MAJOR is coming to the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum, and we can’t wait to share all the details about our upcoming exhibition! ✨🎨

Any guesses? 👀 Drop them in the comments and make sure you turn on our post notifications 🔔 you won’t want to miss what’s next!

07/31/2026

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of caring for our mental and emotional well-being while breaking the stigma surrounding mental health in communities of color.

This month, Museum Manager Salondia selected one of her favorite works from the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum collection: James Reuben Reed, Depressed, 1950.

Art has long been a powerful outlet for expressing emotions that are often difficult to put into words. Through works like Depressed, artists remind us that vulnerability, reflection, and healing are all part of the human experience.

As we honor Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage you to take a moment to check in with yourself and those around you. Caring for your mental health is an act of strength, and art can be a meaningful space for connection, understanding, and hope.

Artwork: James Reuben Reed, Depressed, 1950. Clark Atlanta University Art Museum Collection.

07/29/2026

We honor the life and legacy of Betye Saar, a visionary artist whose groundbreaking work challenged history, celebrated Black identity, and transformed the language of contemporary art. Her influence will continue to inspire generations to come. Rest in power. 🕊️🎨

07/24/2026

Celebrating the power of printmaking and works on paper! 🖼️✨

The 2026 BAIA Fine Art Print Fair & Works on Paper Show returns August 14–16, bringing together an extraordinary collection of limited-edition prints and original works on paper by renowned Black artists. Designed for seasoned collectors and first-time buyers alike, the fair highlights the richness, accessibility, and lasting impact of printmaking within the African diaspora. (Black Art In America™ Gallery & Gardens)

As an institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating Black artistic excellence, the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum is proud to support opportunities that connect communities with the vibrant legacy and future of Black art.

Will you be attending? Let us know in the comments! 🎨

07/13/2026

✨ Meet the Team: Jennifer M. Williams ✨

Meet Jennifer M. Williams, an educator and cultural producer with more than 10 years of experience creating engaging public arts programs that connect communities through education and creativity.

Throughout her career, Jennifer has led educational and public programming for organizations including Alternate ROOTS, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta, the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF), Art Papers, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and Prospect.4.

An Atlanta native, Jennifer brings a global perspective to her work, shaped by leadership experiences with the Lagos Biennial Curatorial Intensive and the Urban Bush Women Leadership Institute. She holds a B.A. in History from Georgia State University and is passionate about honoring the legacy of artists while creating meaningful experiences for today’s audiences.

We’re grateful to have Jennifer’s expertise, creativity, and passion helping advance the mission of the Clark Atlanta University Art Museum. 🖤❤️

07/09/2026

A piece of Clark Atlanta University Art Museum is making history across the globe. 🌍✨

Installation views from Project a Black Planet: The Art & Culture of Panafrica, currently on view at the Barbican Centre in London.

Produced by the Art Institute of Chicago and MACBA (Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona), the exhibition explores the expansive history and vision of Pan-Africanism. Because the original works in our collection could not travel, the museum granted permission for meticulously crafted replicas to be created, an essential part of framing the philosophy and narrative of the exhibition.

We look forward to welcoming the replicas back home this October, after they’ve helped share this important story with audiences around the world.

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