Public Programs & Initiatives

Black Genius Studies

Education and humanities activities designed to build public knowledge around the genius of Black artists, arts professionals and institutions. Black Genius Studies activities include panels, conversations, listening sessions, masterclasses, workshops, editorial and digital content (see Black Genius Digital to learn more).

Black Genius Presents

Presentation series featuring TBGF artists and Black Genius Prize recipients.

Black Genius Digital

Original editorial and digital content highlighting TBGF artists, projects and Black Genius Prize recipients.

• Black Genius Digital Drops: Short films and digital drops spotlighting TBGF artists and Black Genius Prize recipients.

• In The Tradition: Online interview series exploring the traditions of TBGF artists.

• Black Genius: An online journal featuring articles, interviews and creative pieces by and about TBGF artists, curators, scholars and journalists.

Black Genius Experiences

Intimate social gatherings, signature experiences and community building events with the TBGF creative ecosystem and stakeholders

• Black Genius Socials: Seasonal socials with members of the TBGF community.

• Black Genius Sessions: Special sessions featuring TBGF artists and creatives.

• The Black Genius Gathering: An annual gathering of genius minds.