The Degenerate Art Project is a week-long multidisciplinary arts event (July 9–12 at Stormwater Studios) inviting Columbia artists to respond to today's socio-political climate, and unite our local arts community—physically and in spirit—in support and solidarity during challenging times. Inspired by—and reclaiming—the legacy of the Nazi-labeled “Degenerate Art” of 1937, this project champions creative resistance and free expression through a visual art exhibition, featuring over 20 Midlands artists, and one-night-only poetry, community and music events.
Events
A night of music, action and community! Checkout the exhibition, work alongside local artists at our postcard making station, join in on a drum circle, and enjoy live musical performances by Alyssa Stewart, Daniel Machado, and more.
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of action and community! Connect with local organizations, pick up free educational materials, and get inspired. Write to your representatives and work alongside local artists at our postcard making station, hear from powerful speakers, and explore creative ways to get involved. Whether you're a seasoned activist or just getting started, this event offers something for everyone.
Join Columbia-based poet Evelyn Berry for a night of protest poetry! Berry will host a group of poets as they share their original works, all centered around the ideas of protest and social justice.
Join us for the opening reception of the Jasper Project’s latest art exhibit featuring new works created by over 20 Midlands artists in response to today's socio-political climate. Meet the artists, hear them speak about their work, and help us kick off an awesome week of events.
Artists:
Robert Ariail, Eileen Blythe, Pam Bowers, Lauren Casassa, Heidi Darr-Hope, Corey Davis, Laura Garner Hine, Dominique Hodge, Michael Krajewski, Christopher Lane, Susan Lenz, Dre Lopez, Cait Maloney, Perry McLeod, Jeffrey Miller, Emily Moffitt , Lindsay Radford, Kirkland Smith, Keith Tolen, Marius Valdes, Thomas Washington, Olga Yukhno