The African American Museum in Dallas will host a media preview of its upcoming exhibition, Sunday Call to Church: The Art of Clementine Hunter, on Thursday, December 4, at 10 a.m. Located in the Museum’s Folk Art Gallery on the main level, the preview will begin with brief remarks in the rotunda, followed by a guided tour of the exhibition.
The event is free and open to the public, providing an exclusive first look at one of the most important collections of American folk art in the Southwest.
The exhibition celebrates the life and legacy of self-taught Louisiana artist Clementine Hunter (1887–1988), whose vivid depictions of daily life on the historic Melrose Plantation capture Sunday worship, the dignity of work, and the rituals of community.
Hunter’s storytelling and expressive style illuminate a world rarely represented in mainstream art history, highlighting the rhythms, resilience, and faith of Black life in the rural South.
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Running from December 5, 2025, through March 6, 2026, the exhibition draws from private collections and the Museum’s extensive folk art holdings. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience Hunter’s work up close, gaining insight into her unique perspective and vibrant artistic vision.
Sunday Call to Church offers both an intimate and educational experience for audiences interested in the cultural and historical significance of Hunter’s contributions to American art.
Media members and the public wishing to attend the preview are encouraged to RSVP by Tuesday, December 2, by contacting becky@mayadpr.com or taylor@mayadpr.com.
The African American Museum is located at 3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210, in historic Fair Park. The museum’s Folk Art Gallery will serve as the exhibition space for this immersive and celebratory presentation of Clementine Hunter’s enduring work.