OUR TOWN From romance to tea parties to engaging with history, February offers cultural opportunities for all.
courtesy North Carolina Museum of Art (NATIONAL CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS, ATLANTA; FREELON)
by ADDIE LADNER and KARA ADAMS
CONTAINER/CONTAINED
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Feb. 26 - May 15 | See website The North Carolina Museum of Art presents the work of Durham architect Phil Freelon, who passed away in 2019, in “Container/Contained: Phil Freelon Design Strategies for Telling African American Stories.” The exhibition follows four decades of his work and a multitude of projects, including the designs for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., and the Durham County Human Services Complex. With a focus on architecture that highlights African American identity and community, “Container/Contained” takes a deep dive into the relationship between architecture and storytelling. Free; 2110 Blue Ridge Road; ncartmuseum.org All information is accurate as of press time, but please check waltermagazine.com and the event websites for the latest updates. The Art & Soul of Raleigh | 21
