Back to Our Roots Exhibition Reception
Fri, May 09
|The Bottom
We're excited to present Back to Our Roots, an exhibition curated by Kalil White exploring environmental justice and BIPOC connections to land!
Time & Location
May 09, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA
About the Event
Back to Our Roots will be on display at The Bottom from 5/3-6/30.
Show Statement:
"Back to Our Roots" is a visual and cultural celebration designed to honor the unique and sacred connection that BIPOC individuals have with the natural world. This exhibition explores the deep spiritual and undeniable bond between us and the land we come from, a connection that runs through our bloodlines, passed down from generation to generation. Across the globe, our ancestors have centered, honored, and celebrated the land, recognizing the natural balance of life as both a spiritual and physical sustenance.
In creating and curating this exhibition, Kalil sought to honor that sacred connection by bringing together art that reflects our relationship with the earth. Kalil wanted to highlight the work of fellow BIPOC artists whose creations speak to the spiritual, cultural, and historical ties we share with the natural world. Each piece in this exhibition…