Detroit Leni: A Leni Sinclair Retrospective
Schedule
Sat Oct 12 2024 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Scarab Club, Farnsworth Street, Detroit, MI, USA | Detroit, MI
About this Event
DETROIT LENI
A LENI SINCLAIR RETROSPECTIVE
October 12 - November 9, 2024 | Opening Recep: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Leni Sinclair’s retrospective is a rich visual journey through the cultural, political, and musical movements that shaped Detroit and beyond during the 1960s and 70s. Her collection includes powerful images of civil rights marches, anti-war protests, and moments from Detroit’s revolutionary music scene. Highlights include intimate portraits of legendary musicians like John Coltrane, Jimi Hendrix, and Fela Kuti, captured in both live performances and behind-the-scenes moments. Sinclair’s work also extends to powerful images from political rallies and street demonstrations, showcasing her unique ability to blend art and activism. Through this retrospective, viewers are given a rare glimpse into the radical spirit of the era, immortalized by Sinclair’s extraordinary eye for cultural and social change.
Opening reception: Saturday, October 12, 2024
Gallery Talk: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Where is it happening?
Scarab Club, Farnsworth Street, Detroit, MI, USA, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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