Name: Community Over Empire: The Line That Divides | Art Exhibition
Start: 2025-02-07T19:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-02-07T21:00:00-07:00
Location: The Centre for Creative Arts

Community Over Empire: The Line That Divides | Art Exhibition

Opening Reception | Feb 7, 7-9 PM - Centre For Creative Arts
Art Exhibition | Jan 17 - Feb 28 - Centre For Creative Arts
The Opening Reception for the Community Over Empire: The Line That Divides exhibition on February 7, from 7–9 PM at the Centre for Creative Arts. The exhibition, showcasing the work of local talents Aretha Laverne, Aurel Tsafack, and fashion designers Jane Oppong of JELAns Fashion and Tommy of Dekur Clothings, is free to experience from January 17 to February 28.
Community Over Empire: The Line That Divides explores how artists and artisans from Africa and the African Diaspora express their creative contributions to the cultural tapestry of Grande Prairie.
Pre-registration is not required.
About Black History Month
Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black people in Canada and their communities. Black History Month is an opportunity to engage in open dialogue and learn more about the stories Black communities in Canada have to tell about their histories, sacrifices and triumphs. Through education, awareness, and celebration, we strive to create a society that recognizes and appreciates the richness of its diverse population.
About Our Theme
This Black History Month, we celebrate the deep connections that unite us—through shared history, culture, and community. The Ties That Bind Us honours the strength and resilience of Black individuals, families, and communities, recognizing that our collective journey has shaped and continues to shape our identity and future. Whether it’s the shared experiences of struggle, joy, love, or resistance, these ties hold us together and inspire us to move forward.