The Flint Institute of Arts Museum & Art School is hosting the opening reception for 'Shaping Community & Shifting Narratives,' an exhibition featuring works by 12 women artists of African descent aged 60 and older. Representing the communities of Flint, Lansing, and Detroit, the show includes a diverse range of media such as ceramics, painting, glass, and fiber arts. A special tribute will be included for the late textile artist Ernestine Bains, whose legacy is being carried forward by her granddaughter, Camille Baines.
Organized by the SOLHOT 60+ (Saving Our Lives, Hear Our Truths) initiative, the exhibition highlights the intersection of creative expression and healthy aging within underrepresented demographics. By focusing on the resilience and personal journeys of Black women, the program aims to foster intergenerational connection and community understanding. The project asserts that by centering the narratives of those historically marginalized, institutions can better serve the broader human experience.