Exhibition

Art of the Dogon features works by the Dogon people of Mali that are drawn from the Museum’s extensive and highly regarded collection of African Art. The Dogon live in one of West Africa’s most spectacular landscapes, a row of cliffs known as the Bandiagara Escarpment, located in the central plateau region of Mali. Their complex mythology and sophisticated visual arts capture the imagination. The sculptures, masks, jewelry, and other works in the exhibition point to the significance of art in their daily life.

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Funding has been provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

Press Release: African Artifacts Have Their Hofstra Museum Debut

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Africa, Mali, Dogon peoples, Primordial Couple, 20th century, wood with pigment and patina, 29 x 9.75 x 7.25 in., Hofstra University Museum of Art, gift of Roda Graham, HU2005.3.33

IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAM
Art of the Dogon Reception
Thursday, February 10, 2022, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus

Join us in celebrating the opening of the exhibition Art of the Dogon.

Light refreshments will be served.
Admission is free.
RSVP required to 516.463.5672

IN-PERSON PUBLIC PROGRAM
African Art in Context
Wednesday, April 6, 2022, 2:40-4:05 pm
David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, Ninth Floor, South Campus

Join us for a talk in the gallery with Veronica Lippencott, PhD., Adjunct Associate Professor of Global Studies and Geography and Director of the Africana Studies Program at Hofstra University. Professor Lippencott provides contextual information about the background and environment of West Africa/Mali, broadening our understanding and appreciation of the works of art in the exhibition Art of the Dogon.

Admission is free.
RSVP required to 516.463.5672