Through April 29, 2012
A Project of American Anthropological Association
Funded by Ford Foundation & National Science Foundation
Look Around
Even very small children notice that people look different. These
differences have offered us strength, community and identity.
However, these same differences have also been the historical
basis for discrimination and oppression.
Scientific understanding of human variation is beginning to challenge
"racial" differences, and even question the very concept of Race.
We invite you to explore these ideas as you experience the RACE
exhibition. No matter your color or background RACE will give you
an opportunity to examine yourself and how you see others.
The RACE exhibition examines the topic from scientific, historical and
cultural perspectives. Let your family learn the story of Race by diving into the rich collection of video, photography, printed word and interactive technology resources.
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Start your journey by learning what current science research tells
us about human variation and its connection to ideas about Race.
Explore our common ancestry, learn why we are different as well
as alike and see how many common ideas about Race are inaccurate or incomplete.
The History of Race
The exhibition demonstrates how economic interests, power
struggles, scientific research and even popular culture have informed
the American understanding of race, and have provided a sturdy
framework for discrimination. Learn about Race as a human invention
and see how scientists who once legitimized ideas about Race are
now dismantling them.
Race in our Culture
The exhibition shines a spotlight on how we experience the concept
of Race in everyday American life – at school and work, at the
doctor's office, in the halls of Congress. Join us as we celebrate
the scientific fact that we are all part of the human Race.
Companion Exhibitions
35 Blocks
Family Portraits: Virginia Indians at the Turn of the 20th Century
Through the Generations, African-American Art in the VMFA Collection
Celebrating Cultural Heritage: Paintings by Virginia Artists
What Do You Stand For?, 25 larger than life self-portraits that reveal character and beliefs of Richmond Art 180 middle school students.
Bring a fresh approach to your company's diversity initiative.
Schedule your group for a 90 minute tour of the exhibition,
followed by a 90 minute facilitated dialogue. Group dialogue
will be led by staff from TMI Consulting. Details.
CULTURAL EVENTS
| FEBRUARY
Wed, Feb 29, Noon MARCH Wed, March 7, Noon Sat, March 10 Wed, March 14, Noon Wed, March 14, 7 pm Wed, March 21, Noon Sat, March 31 |
APRIL
Wed, April 4, Noon Wed, April 4, 7 pm Wed, April 11, Noon Wed, April 18, Noon Wed, April 18, 7 pm Wed, April 25, Noon Sat, April 28 |
