Africa House in Virginia

Africa House in Virginia Studio and Gallery A stage was set up under the shade of two large paper mulberry trees in the back yard and refreshments were served under tents. Ramey.

African and African Diasporic Art, Culture, Traditions: Art Exhibitions, Artist Talks and Lectures, Education and Public Programming, Creative Art Conversations, Book Discussions, Fine Arts and Crafts, Music and Dance, Poetry Readings, Videos and Documentary Screenings

Africa House is owned by artist Ann van de Graaf, who maintains an office and studio on the facilities. Her passion for African c

ulture, traditions, art and social advocacy manifested into a dream on September 15, 2008 with an magnificent opening. This ceremony was held for the whole community including students from the nearby Virginia University of Lynchburg and other area colleges, artists and friends. Garnell Stamps was the Master of Ceremonies and Ann van de Graaf welcomed the guests. Dr. Dibinga wa Said, from the Democratic Republic of Congo performed an African Libation Ceremony, Tommy Hanks performed a Cherokee Blessing and the Rev. Robert Marshall gave an Episcopal blessing all for the prosperity of Africa House. Michael Armisted, head of the student body of the Virginia University of Lynchburg expressed student support and interest in the goals of Africa House and Rev. James Cobbs sang a moving spiritual, a capella. At the close of the ceremony, Garnell Stamps read an original poem, composed for the occasion and Bruce Mabry brought out his guitar and played some tunes. Chairs were set up to accommodate the large crowd and folk mingled and socialized while listening to music arranged by J.Van de Graaf. Africa House endeavors to bring exhibits of work by both established and emerging artists to the Lynchburg community and beyond. Being located adjacent to a Historically Black College, The Virginia University of Lynchburg, it is particularly interested in showing work by African Americans and other ethnic groups. The exhibition space in Africa House is made up of two large rooms and a small alcove and accommodates multi-media creative works: two dimensional and sculpture. In addition to Ann van de Graaf, the Curators associated with the gallery are Violet Mitchell, Donald Jones and Kenya C. When an artist’s work is on display the gallery is open every Saturday from 12noon – 3pm and on other days by appointment.

Hiawatha Johnson, Jr performing at Africa House following the unveiling ceremony for the Virginia Historical Marker for...
09/20/2017

Hiawatha Johnson, Jr performing at Africa House following the unveiling ceremony for the Virginia Historical Marker for Ota Benga on Saturday September 16th

Africa House is sponsoring a Virginia Historical Marker for Ota Benga. The unveiling will take place on Saturday, Septem...
09/08/2017

Africa House is sponsoring a Virginia Historical Marker for Ota Benga. The unveiling will take place on Saturday, September 16th at 10:30am at the corner of Dewitt Street and Garfield Avenue, Lynchburg. Free and open to the public

Wonderful people at Amanda Sandos exhibit opening on Saturday
07/11/2017

Wonderful people at Amanda Sandos exhibit opening on Saturday

Ann van de Graaf and Cynthia Merchant hosted a reception for the exhibit opening of paintings by Amanda Sandos . Amanda ...
07/11/2017

Ann van de Graaf and Cynthia Merchant hosted a reception for the exhibit opening of paintings by Amanda Sandos . Amanda spoke about the kinship between animals and humans and the necessity for saving African wildlife.

July, 8th 2017. Jazz guitar : Randy Johnson

03/09/2017

New Gallery Hours for Africa House: every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 11a.m to 3 p.m. Hope to see you there!

A gathering to celebrate "new" beginnings at Africa House and the partnership with Cynthia Merchant from the JazzE Ellin...
02/01/2017

A gathering to celebrate "new" beginnings at Africa House and the partnership with Cynthia Merchant from the JazzE Ellington House of Blues & Multicultural Center.

Saturday, June 4th, is the last day to see the show! Come enjoy a world-class exhibit in Lynchburg, VA.
06/02/2016

Saturday, June 4th, is the last day to see the show! Come enjoy a world-class exhibit in Lynchburg, VA.

Davies, Dougherty exhibit
05/20/2016

Davies, Dougherty exhibit

05/19/2016
Opening reception at Africa House on Saturday, May 7 (2-5). Support the brother/sister collaboration!
04/24/2016

Opening reception at Africa House on Saturday, May 7 (2-5). Support the brother/sister collaboration!

04/15/2016

Come out to Africa House tomorrow at 6. Cheryl is a marvelous storyteller!

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2238 Garfield Avenue
Lynchburg, VA
24501

Opening Hours

12am - 3pm

Telephone

(434) 238-3328

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