Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design Opens March 22 at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
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Opening on March 22, 2025, Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design, will feature more than 60 of Carter's original costumes including powerful pieces from "Black Panther," "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," "Selma," "Roots," "Coming 2 America," "Do The Right Thing," and more.
INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To kick off its Centennial celebration, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis will unveil a groundbreaking exhibit by two-time, Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter. Opening on March 22, 2025, Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design, will feature more than 60 of Carter's original costumes including powerful pieces from "Black Panther," "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," "Selma," "Roots," "Coming 2 America," "Do The Right Thing," and more.
"We are thrilled to mark this Centennial with Ruth Carter, a history making artist, and share this moment with the state of Indiana," said Jennifer Pace Robinson, president and CEO, of The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
Carter defines Afrofuturism as both a celebration of African and African-descended traditions and a speculative imagining of a future where Black people thrive, innovate, and reclaim agency in narratives often overlooked or erased. It is a cultural, artistic, and intellectual movement that blends elements of science fiction, technology, African heritage, and Black diasporic culture to reimagine the past, present, and future of Black identity and existence.
"We are thrilled to mark this Centennial with Ruth Carter, a history making artist, and share this moment with the state of Indiana," said Jennifer Pace Robinson, president and CEO, of The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. "Carter's celebrated exhibition of storytelling through costume design takes us on a transformative journey through the narratives of our past, present and future inspiring young minds, igniting creativity, and shaping imaginations in ways that can profoundly influence their life trajectory. We look forward to welcoming everyone."
Visitors will embark on a journey through Carter's amazing 40-year journey, as an artist and storyteller through costume design, from her humble beginnings in Springfield, Massachusetts, to achieving history for earning the prestigious Academy Award twice on the legendary Dolby Stage in Hollywood, California. Highlights in the exhibit include rare hand-drawn images of legendary film characters, her childhood sewing machine and the extensive design process that goes into creating costumes that connect incredible actors with unforgettable characters.
Carter was drawn to Indianapolis after learning about the city's burgeoning arts and culture scene particularly the BUTTER Fine Art Fair, a multi-day art fair organized by GANGGANG to feature work by Black visual artists from Indiana and across the country. The museum is proud to collaborate with GANGGANG and the Madam Walker Legacy Center to acknowledge the significant creativity of Black artists and introduce young audiences to Afrofuturism through this exhibit. The exhibit will add to the city's robust lineup of arts and culture opportunities that celebrate Black artists in Indianapolis in 2025. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is proud to partner with Riley Children's Health, Old National Bank, Ice Miller LLP and The Heritage Group.
About The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children's Museum ignites joy, wonder and curiosity by creating powerful learning experiences for children and adults. For more information about the museum, visit http://www.childrensmuseum.org and follow us on social media @childrensmuseum.
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