The African American Museum in Philadelphia is showcasing the life and legacy of visionary artist and printmaker Dox Thrash in its newest exhibit, writes Cherise Lynch in NBC 10 Philadelphia. 

The new exhibit, titled, “Imprint: Dox Thrash Black Life, and American Culture” will feature more than 40 pieces, including selections from the Museum’s permanent collection that portray images seen in Thrash’s everyday life.

According to AAMP, the new exhibit dives into Thrash’s diverse influences and showcases rarely-seen works.

Thrash, who was originally from Georgia and settled in Philadelphia in the 1920s, later became the first Black artist to work for the Fine Print Workshop of Philadelphia, a branch of the Works Progress Administration. 

Visitors will be able to learn about Thrash’s humble beginnings and groundbreaking contributions to printmaking.

“Dox Thrash has been a well-known name among the art community for a long time, and he has recently gained notoriety with exhibitions across the country, but there is something special about having his work here at the African American Museum in Philadelphia,” Dejay Duckett, Vice President of Curatorial Services, said in a news release.

The exhibit will open Friday, March 22, and will remain open through Aug. 4, 2024.

Read more about the new exhibit about Dox Thrash in NBC 10 Philadelphia, or to become a member of AAMP, visit its website. 

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