The Black Curatorial Institute at the Black Artists Archive

Introducing the Black Curatorial Institute at the Black Artists Archive

The Black Curatorial Institute (BCI), a new learning center advancing the curatorial experience, creates a new professional development opportunity for arts professionals unlike any that are currently available in the sector. Combining the strengths of the Teachable online platform, along with Dr. Kelli Morgan’s vision for the institute, BAA is poised to train both the current and the next generation of arts leaders, who have been historically underrepresented and under-resourced. 

As the social expectations of art museums change, Black Curatorial Institute equips arts professionals and enthusiasts alike with the skills to recognize and challenge systemic biases while building inclusive, equitable environments in the art world.

Why Take Our Courses?

• Gain actionable strategies to implement anti-racist practices in art institutions.
• Gain comprehensive knowledge and practical application of Black curatorial,  archival, & community engagement frameworks.
• Explore the intersections of art, colonialism, capitalism, racism, and social justice.
• Engage in interactive learning, with real-world case studies and practical tools.

Anti-Racist Approaches to Art Museums Today is an introductory seminar to anti-racist museum practice, designed as a gateway into our broader five-course certificate that will launch Spring 2025.

African American Museums: Pillars of Cultural Arts Education is a free course that briefly covers highlights in African American museum history, and Drop Me Off in Harlem is a seminar course that details the cultural history of the Harlem Renaissance, using cultural objects and materials from The Black Canon, a critical archive of works collected by Detroit actor & historian James E. Wheeler.

Who Should Enroll?

Artists, museum professionals, students, and anyone passionate about Black art, visual & material culture, and driving equity in the arts.

What You’ll Take Away: 

• A toolkit for being a changemaker in our national arts & cultural ecosystem.
• The ability to foster dialogue and create inclusive museum practices.
• A deeper understanding of our social responsibilities as arts & cultural practitioners.

Affordable pricing plans/payment options to help you cover the cost. 

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