Black Futures in Art Exhibition Opening Reception

Dairy Arts Center | February 20, 2026

Celebrate Black artistry, excellence, and legacy at the Opening Reception of Black Futures in Art 2026 on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM at the Dairy Arts Center in Boulder. Now in its fourth year, this powerful annual exhibition honors Black History Month while recognizing Black creativity year-round.

Curated by Adderly Grant-Lord, the 2026 exhibition centers on the theme: “The excellence beneath our feet lives in our bones,” exploring legacy, inheritance, resilience, and cultural memory through contemporary visual art.

The free opening reception features live music by a dynamic ensemble of Colorado-based musicians and launches an exhibition on view February 19 – March 29, 2026.

Event Details

• Event: Black Futures in Art 2026 – Opening Reception
• Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
• Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO 80302
• Cost: Free
• Exhibition Dates: February 19 – March 29, 2026
• Curator: Adderly Grant-Lord
• Category: Visual Arts

Opening Reception Live Musicians

• Joe Tabano (Trumpet)
• Liv Stephfano (Cello)
• Josias Gilmore (Electric Guitar)
• Phillip Cutler (Violin)