Meet the remarkable Asma Naeem, the Dorothy Wagner Wallis Director at the Baltimore Museum of Art and curator of "The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century" exhibition.
"The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century" is on display at the Baltimore Museum of Art from April 5, 2023, to July 16, 2023. Don't miss the chance to experience this exhibit firsthand, and mark your calendars for June 18, when "The Culture" will be free for all visitors.
"The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art in the 21st Century" is on display at the Baltimore Museum of Art from April 5, 2023, to July 16, 2023. Don't miss the chance to experience this exhibit firsthand, and mark your calendars for June 18, when "The Culture" will be free for all visitors.
In this engaging episode, we delve into:
- Asma's fascinating journey into the art world, from practicing law to pursuing a Ph.D. in American Art.
- Her experiences as the first person of color leading the Baltimore Museum of Art.
- An insightful exploration into "The Culture," an exhibition that brilliantly captures the profound influence of hip-hop on contemporary society.
- A look into Asma's curatorial process, the challenges faced, and the triumphs celebrated while putting together this groundbreaking exhibition.
- Asma's vision for the future of museums, emphasizing inclusivity, accessibility, and representation.
- And a discerning discussion on where Baltimore stands among the top art communities in the region.
This episode offers a profound and inspiring insight into the intersection of hip-hop, art, and cultural expression through Asma Naeem's expert lens.
Photo by Christopher Myers
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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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