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Life: Nights At The Museum

By// Britni Danielle

If you’re looking to up your artistic exposure then JET’s got you covered.  We’ve reviewed national exhibits and are giving you our eight top must-sees. Trust us: You’ll want to mark your calendar from now until the end of the year.

George Bellows 

Bellows was once dubbed one of the most important artists in modern American art. Judge his work for yourself as you check out 130 of his creations, including the classic boxing ring imagery in “Dempsey and Firpo.” Dates: Now through October 8 Where: The National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Ph: 202.737.4215

Caribbean: Crossroads of the World 

Visitors can explore the rich heritage of the West Indies through 500 works spanning four centuries, including the Jamaican photographer and activist Renee Cox. Dates: Now through October 21 Where: Studio Museum in Harlem, NYC Ph: 212.864.4500

Rising Up: Hale Woodruff’s Murals from Talladega College

After a two-year restoration, Woodruff’s iconic, vibrant murals depicting slave revolts will finally be on exhibit. Dates:  Now through September 2 Where: The High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA Ph: 404.733.4400

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