Join us for the artists' panel for Solace & Sisterhood on September 11, 2025.
Join us for an artists’ panel at 1 p.m. in the Pyon Su Room at the Stamp Student Union, where Lavett Ballard, Amber Robles-Gordon, and Evita Tezeno will be in conversation with Dr. Michelle Rowley, Associate Professor, The Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Afterwards, head over to The Driskell Center for the opening reception, starting at 3 p.m.
About the Exhibition
Solace & Sisterhood brings the powerful dynamic of sisterhood to the forefront by showcasing the work of three contemporary Black female artists: Lavett Ballard, Amber Robles-Gordon, and Evita Tezeno. Guest curated by Dr. Lauren Davidson, this show explores the depth of Black sisterhood, highlighting the strength, resilience, and bond that unite these women. Davidson notes, “Sisterhood is more than a familial bond—it’s a vital, necessary force for survival and affirmation in the lives of Black women. The work of these three artists goes beyond mere friendship and becomes a manifestation of this sisterhood: a way to reframe narratives, challenge societal expectations, and assert our rightful place in the world.”
The artists' panel is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org), the Harriet Tubman Department of Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, the Department of American Studies, and the University of Maryland's Arts for All initiative.
