Haggerty Museum's 'The Otherworld Is Home' Unites Three Exhibitions on African Diaspora

At Marquette University, the Haggerty Museum of Art is showcasing 'The Otherworld is Home,' an extensive exhibition inspired by the Yorùbá saying, 'Life is a journey, the otherworld is home' (ayé l'àjò, ọ̀run n'ilé). This display delves into personal reclamation, cultural identity, spiritual journeys, and connections within Africa's diasporas. It features three concurrent exhibitions: 'African Art: Ancient Roots, Enduring Values,' curated by Henry John Drewal, highlights over 40 classical and neoclassical pieces that link the physical and spiritual realms; 'Iké Udé: Sartorial Anarchy' presents the Nigerian-born artist's photographic series that interrogates cultural and personal identity; and 'Thresholds' showcases works by Aisha Tandiwe Bell, Portia Cobb, Stephen Hamilton, and Daniel Minter, focusing on Black cultural memory. Admission is free, and details about programming can be found on the museum's events page. The exhibition emphasizes the lasting impact of African artistic traditions on modern life, fostering a 'call and response' dialogue with the Haggerty's collection.