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Lewis Music Library Exhibit

Afrofuturism and Otherworldliness

Sun Ra, Parliament-Funkadelic, George Clinton, Erykah Badu, Octavia E. Butler, Digable Planets, Janelle Monae, Flying Lotus, Grace Jones, Missy Elliott, and more

March 4, 2025 - March 16, 2025

A purple-tinted photo portrait of Afrofuturistic pioneer Sun Ra dressed in a robe and head covering, both with graphic prints. They hold a radial circle with rainbow prisms emitting from the center. In the background is a sky with stars.A new exhibit in Lewis Music Library celebrates the visionary contributions of Afrofuturist artists across various genres and mediums. From the cosmic jazz of Sun Ra and the psychedelic funk of Parliament-Funkadelic and George Clinton, to the neo-soul of Erykah Badu and the sci-fi narratives of Octavia E. Butler, these artists have pushed the boundaries of creativity and imagination.

This event is presented as part of Artfinity: A celebration of creativity and community at MIT.