\”Speaking to Our Ancestors\” at the NRCA Rotunda Gallery

“Speaking to Our Ancestors” – featuring artists of African descent — is on exhibit at the NRCA Rotunda Gallery through June 28th.

Curated by NRCA’s Gallery Chair Lynn Honeysett and Valen Daughtrey, this exhibition explores African heritage through contemporary art, bridging eras and resonating with the voices of the past. The featured artists — including Val Daughtrey, Barry Mason, Even Bishop, CJ Priester, Alvin Clayton,  MarkAnthony Love,  Shanequa Benitez and Traci Johnson — draw upon cultural, spiritual, and historical influences, addressing themes of memory, resilience, music, love, goodness, and transformation: By blending traditional artistry with modern innovation, the exhibition honors the past while looking forward, channeling pain into positive action and  inspiring hope and reflection.

The NRCA Rotunda Gallery is located in New Rochelle’s City Hall at 515 North Avenue, and open to the public during regular business hours. “Speaking to Our Ancestors” will be on exhibit until June 26^th. For more information about NRCA visit www.newrochellearts.org.