15th Annual Community Gala 2022

Flint Institute of Arts ® 4.2.2022

The Flint Institute of Arts and Communities First, Inc., co-hosted a celebration of “Sons: Seeing the Modern African American Male” by Flint by artist and photographer, Jerry Taliaferro. The exhibition features photographs of 49 men from Flint. The event began with a discussion with Taliaferro, followed by a strolling buffet catered by Redwood Lodge and live entertainment provided by Reichlin Small Group. Proceeds support FIA exhibitions and expansion of the museum’s collection of African American art.

Photography by Katy Kildee

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