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Black Women Home Exhibition Martha’s Vineyard
There is no sterile white gallery wall separating the art from everyday life. Instead, imagine walking through bedrooms in Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard, encountering work by Black women artists in rooms devoted to themes such as protection, nurturing, memory and water. Curated by Jade Flint and artist Taylor Thomas, and presented by Long Gallery Harlem, A House Is Not a Home brings together 25 Black women artists to examine America's 250-year history through the women whose labor, care and creativity helped build it.
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Black Stars Spotted on Martha’s Vineyard
The Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival is well underway, with Black stars making their way to the island to catch the best of Black cinema, attend fascinating panels, and reconnect with friends during the final weeks of summer. From cinematographers and award-winning costume designers to filmmakers, athletes, and entertainers, the festival has attracted an impressive lineup of influential figures celebrating African American contributions to film and culture.
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Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival
The 2026 Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival has officially kicked off, and it's already looking like a beautifully Black affair! From sneak peeks of highly anticipated films to panel discussions with big stars, this year's event is off to a fantastic start. Director Gina Prince-Bythewood premiered a sneak peek of her upcoming film, Children of Blood and Bone, and participated in a panel discussion alongside The View cohost Sunny Hostin and star Thuso Mbedu. The film is slated to drop in January 2027. Filmmaker Nneka Onuorah and acting legend Laverne Cox also spoke on GLAAD's Reel Change panel about Black film and culture.
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Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival 2026
If you're looking for your next favorite Black film, the Martha's Vineyard African-American Film Festival is once again bringing the heat! This year's lineup is serving up everything from powerful documentaries and inspiring true stories to emotional dramas that will have audiences talking long after the credits roll. With stories spotlighting Black history, resilience, love, and ambition, MVAAFF 2026 is the place to discover the films and TV shows everyone will be buzzing about.
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Martha’s Vineyard Rich Black History
If you think Martha's Vineyard is just about yachts and lobster rolls, think again. As thousands prepare to gather in Oak Bluffs this month for the 24th Annual Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival, we're looking at the history of the gorgeous, historic island revered as the go-to summer capital of Black excellence and cultural heritage.
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A Different World Martha’s Vineyard Reunion
Glynn Turman, Jasmine Guy, Dawnn Lewis, Tisha Campbell-Martin, and Darryl M. Bell reunited at Martha's Vineyard, exuding infectious joy. This real-life "A Different World" reunion brought together legends, reminding us of the power of community and shared memories.
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