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Related events / Symposium: Conserving a Legacy: Charles White and the art collections of historically black universities

 File — Box: 42, Folder: 9

Scope and Contents note

From the Sub-Series:

In this special installation, the Clark considered Charles White's large-scale mural, Progress of the American Negro, in light of White's abiding interest in African American history, the under-appreciated role of African American artists in the WPA and the New Deal, and that era's emphasis on public art.

Dates

  • October 3, 1998 - January 3, 1999

Restrictions on Access

The material in this collection is open to research, with select records permanently closed. Loan forms are permanently closed, as are selected financial and confidential records.

Extent

From the Collection: 45 Linear Feet (131 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute Archives Repository