From early African explorers who stayed in America to regions where slavery was prevalent or where free people of color have historically resided, Black Indians have always been a part of the history of the new world as it unfolded in America.

We the People: Black Indians in America is an exhibition of Fern Metcalf’s photography and storytelling which depicts the history and present-day life of Black Indians and Mardi Gras Indians living in today’s United States. That they still exist is testimony to their unending resilience in America.

Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art (Buildings C & G)
Commons Galleries
Opening Reception: Saturday, October 20 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Admission: Free
Artist Talk: Thursday, November 1 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Free with $5 gallery admission
Youth Artist Talk: Saturday, December 15 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free with $5 gallery admission

Spring – Autumn hours for the Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art are Thurs-Fri 12:00 – 7:00 PM and Sat – Sun 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.