A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration

Tickets on sale now! A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration explores the lasting impact of the Great Migration through newly commissioned works by 12 leading contemporary artists.

Opening Sunday, October 30, this exhibition tells the story of the incredible dispersal of more than six million Black Americans from the South between 1915 and 1970 and how this pivotal moment in American history shaped nearly every aspect of Black life and culture.

Read on for a list of our opening events and beat the crowds by becoming a BMA Member! Membership unlocks first access to the exhibition during our Member Preview Days, with free admission every visit and special discounts at the BMA Shop. 

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Community Day

Sunday, October 30,
1-5 p.m.

Celebrate the public opening of A Movement in Every Direction: Legacies of the Great Migration with free admission to the exhibition, plus an afternoon of art-making, performances, and more.

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