ABOUT 

 Held on Shaker Square Friday–Sunday, September 18–20, the Black Art Expo will coincide with the 15th Annual Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival, creating a dynamic weekend centered on Black creativity through visual art and film. Featuring artists from across Greater Cleveland, the Expo invites you to discover inspiring artwork, meet artists, and experience the breadth of their dynamic talent.

 COST

The Expo is FREE and open to all.

EXPO HOURS   

• Friday, September 18 | 5:00 – 9:00 P.M.
• Saturday, September 19 | 11:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
• Sunday, September 20 | 1:00 – 5:00 P.M.

EXPO FEATURES

Spotlight Exhibition: One Powerful Community
Location: Kamron Khan Photography Studio (13200 Shaker Square)                                                                                                  Drawing on themes of community, reliance, and identity, Sankofa’s spotlight exhibition offers a compelling glimpse into the artistic expressions of Cleveland’s foremost Black artists, showcasing their diverse talents through painting, photography, and mixed media. 

Black Art Expo Center (formerly Black Art Expo Tent)
NEW LOCATION: FOWLER PLACE (13119 Shaker Square)                                                                                                              New indoor location! Discover, connect, and collect! Meet over 12 talented Cleveland artists and representatives of Black-owned galleries, experience their work, and purchase original art or prints to take home.

TALKS & EVENTS

Black Art Expo Opening Celebration! | Friday, September 18 | 7:00 – 9:00 P.M.
NEW LOCATION: FOWLER PLACE (13119 Shaker Square)
Join Sankofa and artists for an opening celebration featuring DJ Candi Fresca, and refreshments. 

Three Takes | Saturday, September 19 | 2:00 – 4:00 P.M.
NEW LOCATION: FOWLER PLACE (13119 Shaker Square) 
Three questions with each artist of the Expo Tent. Hear about their creative practice and stories behind their most memorable creations.  

Spotlight Exhibition Artist Talk | Sunday, September 20 | 2:00 – 3:30 P.M.
Location: Kamron Khan Photography Studio (Expo Gallery)  
Join the artists featured in Sankofa’s spotlight exhibition as they share stories about creating the beautiful artwork on display. Drawing on themes of community, reliance, and identity, this exhibition features painting, photography, and mixed media.