State Museum displays several works from African American artists
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – Indiana has been home to a number of well-known artists over the years, including many in the African American community. Visitors can see a number of those works on display at the Indiana State Museum.
Curator Kisha Tandy took 24-Hour News 8’s Phil Sanchez on a tour, showing and then discussing a number of the pieces.
One of the pieces she highlighted was by Joel Washington. Washington was born in Indianapolis and then later moved to Bloomington.
She also called the paintings a piece of Indiana’s history, showcasing the artist’s life.
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To check out some of the pieces of art, visit the Indiana State Museum.