Art Exhibit

The members of the Institute believe that a strong understanding of history and a broad experience in the arts are critical components of a quality education. As a result, the 2023 Adelaide L. Sanford Institute Art Exhibit, inspired by the work of Charles Ethan Porter (1847-1923), is a manifestation of our belief system focusing on direct services to students. It was held on March 18, 2023 at Public School 21. Schools in Central Brooklyn were invited to participate in this initiative that provided an excellent opportunity to expose students to the important contributions of African American artists in United States history. Teachers from elementary and middle schools were provided with resource materials that were instrumental in guiding their students to create original works inspired by Porter’s work.

We give special thanks to the following teachers: Lisa Spellman, PS 21; Felicia Grosvenor, MS 898; Shelly Ann Wright, PS 40; and Edna Lopez, PS 5. Dr. Linda Patterson, our Board Chair, curates the exhibit every year.