The Columbia Center for the Arts in Hood River, Oregon, is hosting "Black Infinity House," an immersive exhibition curated by August Oaks that showcases the work of over 30 Black Oregonian artists. Moving away from traditional white-cube gallery aesthetics, the installation is divided into three domestic-themed environments—a studio, a living room, and a porch—where visitors are encouraged to interact with the space by sitting on furniture, listening to records, and reading poetry.
This exhibition is a significant cultural milestone for Hood River, a region where Black residents make up only about 1% of the population. Launched by the community group Black in the Gorge, the project serves as both a maximalist art installation and a vital social hub, aiming to foster visibility and community for Black, biracial, and multiracial people in the Columbia River Gorge area.