May 23 – Aug 17, 2026
Spanning 150 years of creativity, resilience and expression, “Gateways: African American Art from the Key Collection” offers a rich survey of African American art. Presented as a centerpiece of The Rockwell Museum’s 50th anniversary celebration and in alignment with America 250, “Gateways” explores the American experience through art that elevates historically underrepresented voices.
“Gateways” reflects The Rockwell Museum’s commitment to frame the American story through diverse perspectives,” said Erin M. Coe, executive director of The Rockwell, a Smithsonian Affiliate. “This exhibition underscores the vital role of collectors like Eric Key in shaping the art historical canon, while honoring the many ways Black artists have defined, challenged and expanded the story of America itself.
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Image credit: Delita Martin, “Let Me Breathe,” 2020, Relief Print, 36” x 24”, Courtesy of the Eric Key Collection, © Delita Martin