Sigal exhibit explores relationship between Black Americans and U.S.

The Northampton County Historical and Genealogical Society opens a new exhibition Nov. 19, in the Chrin Gallery at the Sigal Museum in Easton.
“Another American’s Autobiography: Selections from the Petrucci Family Foundation’s Collection of African American Art,” running through July 10, is a collaboration with the Petrucci Family Foundation featuring over 25 pieces of art from its collection. The selected works will explore American patriotism and identity as it relates to the Black American experience.
It will address the challenges of black patriotism and the circumstances that complicate the relationship between Black Americans and this country. It asks the guests: What does it mean to be patriotic? Who comes to mind when we think of an American Patriot? Can we redefine and reimagine our symbols of patriotism or our expressions of allegiance?

This exhibition surveys work by black artists who have grappled with questions of American identity, allegiance, and belonging in their practice. The selected artworks aim to affirm the role of Black Americans in shaping national identity and to elevate civic engagement and constructive patriotism as a valid and healthy expression of a love of country. The exhibition features artwork from a wide variety of medium.
The foundation has also sponsored free public admission to the museum Nov. 19, through Dec. 30 (closed Thanksgiving).

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