“Weusi: Legacy of Slavery, Our Freedom Through Arts” Multimedia Arts Exhibition

Transmedia 360 and Let’s Be Whole will host a Juneteenth multimedia art exhibit from June 16-18, 2023, at Art Share L.A., honoring the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865 through a diverse collection of artworks and performances, including African masks, slave artifacts, surrealism paintings, shadow box miniatures, and portrayals of historical figures.

In remembrance of the national Juneteenth holiday, Queen Nina Womack, founder of Transmedia 360 and Let’s Be Whole will curate a three-day multimedia art exhibit from June 16-18 at Art Share L.A. that will allow attendees to see, feel, and experience the legacy of the Transatlantic Slave Trade still affecting our global society today. The Exhibit’s opening night ceremony features: complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a red-carpet event by Princess Va’Shion, meet and greet, live painting, cultural performances, and more. Confirmed keynote speakers are Dr. Melina Abdullah of Black Lives Matter LA, Dr. Curley Bonds from the L.A. County Department of Mental Health, Nigerian Griot/Historian Onochie Chukwurah, former band member of Fela Kuti, and Akua T.J. Robinson, a Pan African scholar and wellness coach. The free event is sponsored by the L.A. County Department of Mental Health and CalMHSA’s “Take Action for Mental Health LA” campaign. A Swahili word meaning “Black”, the Weusi exhibit promises an inspiring and educational experience for art enthusiasts, history lovers, and the general community. Admission is free, and all are invited to celebrate Juneteenth and explore the powerful narratives of Afro Descendants through the visual and performing arts. Registration is through Eventbrite at https://weusiartexhibit.eventbrite.com. For more information and detailed schedule, please visit https://legacyofslavery.com.

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Produced by Queenmother Nina Womack of Transmedia 360, this 3 day free event sponsored by Take Action for Mental Health L.A., LA County Department for Mental Health, and CalMHSA. Opening night begins at 6pm with a red carpet, complimentary soul food hors do’euvres, an opening reception, free giveaways, and more.