Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Sunday, June 9th for the opening of our Vizyon Atistik exhibition entitled Haiti-Louisiana: Tides of Freedom.
With the exhibition’s curator Max Jean-Louis.
The exhibition “Haiti – Louisiana: Tides of Freedom,” presented in French and English, embarks on a captivating journey through history, bringing to the forefront the intertwined narratives of Haiti and Louisiana. It serves as a significant commemoration of Haiti’s 220th anniversary of independence (January 1804 – January 2024), marking its debut in New Orleans, Louisiana, in partnership with the Nous Foundation and the Historic BK House & Gardens. This groundbreaking exhibition delves deep into the shared historical heritage of these regions, with a particular focus on their relentless struggles for freedom and human rights. Through a diverse array of artworks, it seeks to honor the legacy of Haiti’s independence and illuminate its profound influence, notably through the 1811 slave revolt in Louisiana. By weaving together themes of freedom, resilience, and identity, “Haiti – Louisiana: Tides of Freedom” encourages visitors to partake in a broader discourse on the intertwined legacies of resistance and the ongoing battle for equality and justice. This exhibition is curated by Max Jean-Louis and features Harry Abilhomme, Patritia Brintle, Alyn Defay, Peter Nakhid, and Nick-Edward Woolley.
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MEMWA/EVOLISYON
Haiti Cultural Exchange (HCX) is celebrating our milestone 15th year as a nonprofit organization throughout the month of June with a special anniversary series called Memwa/Evolisyon (Remembrance/Evolution). This theme represents the alive nature of culture weaving and building forward with the same roots that seeded all we have and everything we will be tomorrow.
The Memwa/Evolisyon series pays homage to our powerful community and the longtime artists who have helped ground HCX, while uplifting new and exciting artists around New York City. We welcome you to join us in remembering the past and look forward to the evolution of our community rooted in the arts & culture of Haiti and its Diaspora.
Alongside over 20 multidisciplinary Haitian artists, Memwa/Evolisyon will celebrate what continues to bloom for the Haitian community across this city with venue partners including: Wythe Hotel, Brooklyn Public Library, The Center for Fiction, Times Square Arts, FiveMyles Gallery, Prospect Park Alliance and more!