We have been anticipating the arrival of Summer because outdoor gatherings with family and friends are always enjoyable. Unfortunately, we have two events that had not been confirmed for our summer schedule at the time of this printing: The Collard Green Festival, which typically takes place the last Saturday in September, and the Alternative Health Fair, which is usually scheduled […]
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At the Edward E. Parker Museum of Art, we encourage people to explore their artistic abilities and appreciate the beauty of expression in all its forms. We think art should be accessible to everyone, and strive to provide an inclusive environment, with engaging arts programming for all ages. Here’s how we will we close out 2024, and bring in 2025. […]
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Art Program Our Family Affair intergenerational art program went well. Ages ranged between four and 76 years. Our youngest student was Destiny, whose favorite medium is paint. Our oldest student, Barbara Jean, who doubted her artistic ability, now has pride in her work. All the students were excited with the results of their projects. Their completed work was exhibited to […]
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We have new art on display in our lower-level studio. If you have time, stop by and check it out. Ed Parker has a new work-in-progress, and students have recently completed soon-to-be fired sculptures. We have placed an assortment of Black history crosswords, brain teasers, and word puzzles in the first-level gallery, near the display of Ed Parker’s full-figured women […]
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We celebrate Black History every day at EEPMOA. Our current celebration of excellence will remain on display all year, with additions made over time. The stories of notable creators, artists, musicians, and business people accompany obscure historical facts. The ingenuity, dedication, and resilience that people of color have exhibited throughout history will be observed. The Gift of Art The Gift […]
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COLLARD GREEN ART AND MUSIC FESTIVAL We at Edward E. Parker Museum of Art are excited for the return of the annual Collard Green Art and Music Festival. Mark your calendars for September 23. Admission is FREE. Bring the family out for an afternoon of fun filled with art, live music, raffles, face painting, and good food. Vendor booths will […]
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The Gift of Art is a recurring art show organized by local artist Walter Allen Rogers Jr., and presented by African American Artists of Cleveland.com (A.A.A.O.C.). These shows have found a home at EEPMOA. Once a month, artists have offered their paintings, greeting cards, jewelry, wood work, photography, and dolls for sale in a pop-up style shop. To verify dates […]
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