Black Creativity: Taking Charge of You! January 13, 2010

The Museum’s Black Creativity program began in 1971 in order to present exhibits that recognized African-American achievements.

This year’s featured exhibit, Taking Charge of You, will explore simple ways to live a healthier lifestyle from the African American perspective. The exhibit will provide information on how to protect and nourish the body and call attention to the health challenges faced by many African Americans including asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity.

The exhibit will also celebrate the achievements of African Americans in medicine by highlighting contemporary and pioneering physicians and educators who exemplify excellence in their respective fields. As part of the Black Creativity program,

Taking Charge of You will be supported throughout February with a juried art exhibition, educational workshops, special events and more. Please check the Museum’s Web site, www.msichicago.org, in January for a complete listing of events.