Outlined in Black — Opening Reception

About Akron Black Artist Guild (ABAG)We are the Akron Black Artist Guild, a dynamic community of talented and passionate Black artists who have come together with a singular mission: to create a thriving ecosystem that empowers and elevates the  artistic voice. With a focus on education and professional development, we are dedicated to connecting our members to the resources and opportunities they need to grow and succeed in their craft. We are more than just a network of artists; we are a bold community on a canvas and a vessel for diversity and inclusion in Akron’s art sector.

The Akron Black Artist Guild

An  opening reception celebrating Black artistry in Akron with new works, music, awards, and community connection.

Akron Soul Train

Exhibition Weekend

Exhibition Weekend is a two-day celebration from ABAG with Akron Soul Train, The Nightlight, and Akron200—opening reception Friday and film premiere Saturday. RSVP for both events.

Join us as we kick off<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/exhibition-weekend-4638143" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/exhibition-weekend-4638143" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Exhibition Weekend</a> with the opening reception of the fourth annual Outlined in Black Exhibition. Presented in partnership with <a href="https://akron200.org/" title="https://akron200.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Akron200</a> as part of the Akron Bicentennial Celebration. Since 2021, Outlined in Black has been our flagship showcase of artistry in Akron and North East Ohio. It’s more than an exhibition—it’s a gathering of artists, arts champions, and the community to celebrate a wide range of bold, vibrant and soulful work. This year, the opening reception kicks off a full <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/exhibition-weekend-4638143" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/exhibition-weekend-4638143" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Exhibition Weekend</a>, with a two-day program of art, film,<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-eyes-see-the-sun-film-premiere-tickets-1693655060879?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-eyes-see-the-sun-film-premiere-tickets-1693655060879?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Our Eyes See the Sun </a>at The Nightlight Theatre . What to expect<ul><li>New works by local Black artists (to be announced)</li><li>Community and artist awards</li><li>Music</li><li>Light hors d’oeuvres</li></ul> Following the reception, the exhibition will be open on until November 1st. ✅ Be sure to join us the following day, Saturday, October 11, for the finale of Exhibition Weekend with the premiere of ABAG’s original documentary <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-eyes-see-the-sun-film-premiere-tickets-1693655060879?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-eyes-see-the-sun-film-premiere-tickets-1693655060879?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Our Eyes See the Sun</a>, directed by Dara Harper, at The Nightlight Theatre.

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