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A bold new exhibition of Black New England artists at The Umbrella Arts Center in Concord, curated by artist and activist Cedric Vise1 Douglas inspired by a provocative work of theater, George C. Wolfe’s satirical play, The Colored Museum
In a bold new exhibition at The Umbrella Arts Center in Concord, noted artist and curator Cedric Vise1 Douglas has found inspiration in a provocative work of theater, George C. Wolfe's satirical play, The Colored Museum, to create a visual journey of the Black Past, Present and Future.
Offering a diverse array of media, styles and audience engagement experiences, The Colored Museum: Past/Present/Future features work by 10 emerging and established Black artists from throughout the eastern ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
FREE Admission to Gallery
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WALKING TOUR SUNDAYS
Go deeper into Concord's Black history! The Concord Visitor Center, The Robbins House and The Umbrella Arts Center have teamed up for a special “June Journeys” edition of the Town's expert-guided African-American History of Concord Walking Tour before visit the exhibition and seeing the play and visiting the gallery. Reserve in advance when booking tickets to The Colored Museum play Sunday May 29 or June 5. Tours meet at The Umbrella 1:00PM.
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PARKING
Free parking is usually readily available in municipal parking lots adjacent to building and directly across Stow Street (not normally shown on Google maps), as well as on most surrounding streets. See a map of ADA parking and entrances around The Umbrella here.
TRANSPORTATION
The Umbrella is in Concord Center, easily accessible from the Walden exit of Route 2. The Umbrella is also 2 block walk (about 0.4 mi., 7 minutes) from the Fitchburg Commuter Rail Concord Station stop at 90 Thoreau Street.