Taking the Kids: And Celebrating Black Artists During Black History Month

The Black History Month Chef’s Table Series will feature chefs who tell stories from their heritage through food.

Statue of Frederick Douglass on Circle New York City. Dreamstime/TNS

Art is so much more than paintings or sculptures.

“We look forward to taking time in February to explore art as a platform for understanding history, struggle, social justice and triumph,” said Kevin Young, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Andrew W. Mellon director. “In doing that, we will put the spotlight on paintings, sculpture, photographs and fiber works that were made to mobilize people to create a better world by harnessing the power of protest, defiance and resilience.”