An exhibit showcasing art done through area school art programs and touring throughout east-central Illinois. Annual Art Faculty Exhibition , Jan. 23 through Feb. 21. This exhibition presents recent works by members of the EIU Art Department faculty, including part-time, adjunct and emeritus faculty members. The range of media and approaches reflects the studio concentrations of the department. A reception to honor the artists will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24.
Admission is free and the public is invited to attend.
African Art from Public and Private Collections , Jan. 29 through Feb. 28. In a contextual sense, Sankofa represents the tradition of many African peoples to learn from the lessons of the past and to honor their ancestors. This idea is symbolized by an image of a bird with its head turned backwards which occurs in various forms of African visual arts. Sankofa features objects associated with many aspects of sub-Saharan African life. Included are masks, furniture, staffs, figures, textiles, goldweights, pottery, currency, weaponry, food service articles, games, clothing, basketry and body adornment.