Exhibition

Drawn exclusively from the Museum's Collections, this dynamic exhibition exemplifies the rich diversity of cultures across West and Central Africa.  Themes of protection, prestige, and masquerade are illustrated through selected masks, weapons, sculptures, and jewelry from 25 ethnic cultures.

View interactive PDF of Exhibition Catalog

Additional exhibition funding has been provided by New York Community Bank Foundation. 

This exhibition is also made possible with funding from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

Press Release: Exhibition weaves together unique histories and cultures of Sub-Saharan Africa

Press Release: Children Explore Sub-Saharan African Culture at Museum

Image

Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba peoples, Helmet Mask (Bwoom), 19th-20th Century, Hofstra University Museum Collections, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sol Levitt, HU96.56

Exhibition Reception
Thursday, February 11, 2016
4:30-6:30 p.m.*
Free admission. Light refreshments.
*For Museum Members ONLY: Special Preview and Collections Tour begins at 4 p.m.

Second Saturdays
Layer It!
Saturday, March 12, 2016
1:30 - 2:30 pm
$5 per child when pre-paid; $7 per child day of program.

Second Saturdays
Imagine It!
Saturday, April 9, 2016
1:30 - 2:30 pm
$5 per child when pre-paid; $7 per child day of program.