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Chicago Black Arts Hall of Fame

Class of 2023

The Black Arts & Culture Alliance of Chicago, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Special Events is pleased to announce the inaugural Chicago Black Arts Hall of Fame, recognizing the work of Black artists, administrators, and advocates who have and continue to pave the way for the next generation of Black Chicago artists.

2023 INAUGURAL CLASS

 

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The inaugural class of the Chicago Black Arts Hall of Fame was honored at the Black Excellence Awards and the morning of at the Chicago Cultural Center in partnership with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
 
Abena Joan Brown
Useni Perkins
Pemon Rami
Okoro Harold Johnson
Jackie Taylor
Chuck Smith
Ron OJ Parson
Joan Gray

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