Museum of African American Art

USPS Exhibits Edmonia Lewis Black Heritage Stamp at MAAA

March 31, 2022

The Museum of African American Art recently held its first public event since closing at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a return that was much anticipated and warmly welcomed by community members. ... read more »

L.A. Metro Board Approves $15M for Destination Crenshaw Project

August 1, 2019

Thursday, July 25, 2019, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Agency (Metro) Board came to a unanimous vote granting $15 million to Destination Crenshaw to begin the construction of Sankofa Park, a 49,000 square foot outdoor space and cultural experience. ... read more »

Wendy’s Window: Women Keeping Our History Alive

March 14, 2019

Years ago, when I moved to Los Angeles to attend college at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) I was introduced to an organization called, “Our Authors Study Club.” ... read more »

Museum of African American Art 20th Annual Lighting of the Holiday Tree Celebration

December 13, 2018

During the celebration, the event space at the MAAA was named the Carol Jackson Event Hall, in honor of Carol Jackson. ... read more »

Museum of African American Art members tour National Museum of African American History and Culture

November 8, 2018

Members of the Museum of African American Art (MAAA) Los Angeles, recently explored the National Museum of African American History and Culture, on their recent, 6-days, 5-nights, arts, history and cultural tour of Washington, DC and fundraiser for the MAAA. ... read more »

Taste of Soul Recognizes Vendors and Partners

November 8, 2018

The 2nd Annual Taste of Soul Vendor & Partner Appreciation Reception took place with music, food and more! ... read more »

L.A. Sentinel, Taste of Soul Partner Airbnb Hosts Community Reception for South L.A.

May 3, 2018

The company met with South L.A. residents to discuss the great opportunities they're offering to potential hosts. ... read more »

Wesson, Price, Harris-Dawson and Sentinel host LAPD Town Hall

April 12, 2018

Community Gives Voice on Selection of LA’s Next Police Chief ... read more »

Passing the Torch: A Black History Month program at the Museum of African American Art

March 1, 2018

The group of about 100 patrons crowded a room in the exhibit hall to hear words from three men with great wisdom. ... read more »

Black History Month Recognizes: Museum of African American Art

February 1, 2018

The local museum highlights the work of local artists and pays tribute the Black Diaspora. ... read more »

Museum of African American Art features Eric Hall and Patrick Jewett

January 11, 2017

And Still We Rise will feature paintings by Hall and sculptures by Jewett, which together provoke thought about history ... read more »

The Museum Of African American Art Presents Its Annual Lighting Of The Christmas Tree Celebration

November 17, 2016

The Museum Of African American Art decorates their Christmas tree with originally created ornaments and invites a packed house of community members and artists ... read more »

The Museum of African American Art to Host Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

November 10, 2016

This day of celebration is dedicated to the families of the greater Los Angeles community ... read more »

Sims Opens New Exhibit at Museum of African American Art

October 5, 2016

The Museum of African American Art opened a new exhibition featuring assemblage artist, Joseph Sims, in their home on the 3rd floor of Macy’s in the Crenshaw Mall. ... read more »