Natural Action

The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection

Supporting our educational efforts is The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection and Foundation, one of the preeminent institutions dedicated to the research, interpretation, and presentation of the African American experience internationally. As a sought after educational resource with nationwide institutional partnerships, kindergarten through college, the Kinsey Foundation assists academic and cultural institutions with increasing public awareness about African American history and culture. The foundation's work is executed via The Kinsey African American Art & History Collection, a traveling exhibition that has been experienced by over 15 million people. The collection is composed of rare primary source historical objects and artifacts dating from 1595 to present day, and fine art created by canonical African Americans artists from 1865 forward. The Kinsey Collection has exhibited at over 30 venues, including the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, EPCOT-Walt Disney World, and the University of Hong Kong - and has been cited in 3 national awards, including the President’s National Award for Museum and Library Services.