What does it mean to see—and be seen—in Black popular culture? Join us for an afternoon of conversation, reflection, and discovery as MOPOP presents a special member curator talk inspired by our latest exhibition, Never Turn Back: Echoes of African American Music. Led by MOPOP Associate Curator Adeerya Johnson, this panel brings together local Black creatives to examine how photography has captured, shaped, and preserved the richness of Black identity across generations. Explore the power of photography as both archive and amplifier—from everyday moments to musical milestones, from radical joy to cultural resistance. Reserve your spot today and be part of the story behind the image.

The Curator Talk Series is a MOPOP member benefit designed to explore topics related to our exhibitions.