Arden Fair Mall in Sacramento is hosting the Art, Culture & Lifestyle Exhibition, a free showcase featuring the work of 11 local Black artists in celebration of Black History Month. Curated by Berry Accius, founder of Voice of the Youth and Black BluePrintz, and his daughter Adejah Accius, the exhibition includes artists such as Anissa Walker, Katherine Dukes, Betty Davis, Shawntay Gorman, Lyric Worthen, Aliyah Sidge, Art By Brey, Jamillah Williams, Kareem Daniels, and SCO Go Crazy. The display is located on the first floor near the new RH Outlet and will run through the end of February.
The exhibition matters because it addresses the underrepresentation of Black artists in Sacramento by providing a visible, accessible platform in a major retail space. Accius emphasized that Black History Month should not only focus on historical figures but also celebrate contemporary Black culture and creativity. By partnering with Arden Fair, the show aims to spark broader community support for local Black artists and highlight the power of representation in the arts.