The African American Museum in Philadelphia Welcomes New Exhibit on Renowned Printmaker and Artist Dox Thrash
The African American Museum in Philadelphia will showcase the work of renowned printmaker and artist, Dox Thrash, in a new exhibition entitled, “Imprint: Dox Thrash, Black Life, and American Culture.” Opening March 22, 2024, the new exhibition will feature more than 40 pieces, including selections from AAMP’s permanent collection that portray images seen in Thrash’s everyday life.
“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,” said Dejay Duckett, Vice President of Curatorial Services. “Philadelphia was his chosen home, and while his innovative use of printmaking as a medium has been celebrated, his art is a true snapshot of Black America.”
After serving in World War I, Thrash enrolled in the Art Institute of Chicago as a veteran and traveled the Northeast before settling in Philadelphia. He continued his artistic pursuits and gained recognition locally, ultimately leading to his role at the Fine Print Workshop of Philadelphia – the local site for the federal art relief program, Works Progress Administration. It was there that Thrash began exploring printmaking techniques, including what would become his primary medium: carborundum mezzotint. More than half of the pieces seen in “Imprint: Dox Thrash, Black Life, and American Culture” utilize this method.
To mark the exhibition’s opening, AAMP will host a free opening reception on March 22, 2024, from 6 to 8 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to view the exhibition before it opens to the public and hear from AAMP’s leadership team on its significance.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia is open, Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. Advance registration is recommended for on-site events and in-person visitors. For more information and to purchase admission, visit aampmuseum.org.
