Name: Akinsanya Kambon “Brunch & Conversation ”
Start: 2026-05-24T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-24T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Sylvia's Restaurant

$Akinsanya Kambon \u201cBrunch & Conversation \u201d$

Join us as we dive into conversation with revolutionary artist Akinsanya Kambon at the historic Sylvia’s Restaurant located in Harlem, NY
About this Event

Ticket Includes: Signed Monograph Book , Meet & Greet, Brunch & Presentation

Professor Akinsanya Kambon is a former Black Panther, Vietnam Veteran, ceramicist, painter and draftsman whose work illuminates African histories, spiritual traditions and narratives of resistance. Best known for his sculptural vessels and figures, Kambon transforms clay into storytelling devices, their surfaces wrapped with sequential scenes of revolution, resilience and ritual. Born Mark Teemer, he adopted the name Akinsanya Kambon after tracing his Yoruban ancestry. He's an artist, historian, revolutionary and freedom fighter.
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Sylvia’s Restaurant, the “The Queen of Soul Food”, was founded by Sylvia Woods, in 1962. Established in the historic village of Harlem, Sylvia’s is a community favorite, known as the world’s kitchen. Serving authentic soul food for over 55 years, this icon remains a culinary must-visit for foodies.