You're Invited To Afrocentric Images Opening Reception Saturday February 6 At Gallery RIVAA In Celebration Of Black History Month

Roosevelt Island's Gallery RIVAA is celebrating Black History Month with the exhibition of Afrocentric Images. According to Gallery RIVAA:

Gallery RIVAA presents its Annual Black History Month Exhibition "Afrocentric Images" from Saturday, February 6, 2016 to Sunday, February 28, 2016. Please join us for the opening reception on Saturday, February 6th, 2016 from 6-9pm at Gallery RIVAA.

Image From Gallery RIVAA

Theme: 'Expressing the artists' diverse range in the modern arts' including a unique exhibit of the Rutongo women embroiderers.

The exhibition is curated by Lorraine Williams and the Guest Curator Andrew Nichols.

Opening Reception: Saturday, February 6th, 6-9pm
Exhibition Dates: February 6, 2016 - February 28, 2016
Location: 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, New York
website: http://rivaa.com/event/afrocentric-images

Gallery Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday: 6pm-8pm
Saturday & Sunday: 12pm-4pm

Warmly,
RIVAA

History.com reports on the origins of Black History Month.