In celebration of Black History Month 2026, the City of Bellevue is working with community partners to present "Melodies of the Diaspora: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month," an art exhibition featuring the work of Pacific Northwest Black artists on display at the Bellevue Arts Museum and Bellevue City Hall and is designed to take visitors on a chronological journey of Black art through downtown Bellevue.
The exhibition will feature paintings, photography, sculptures, textiles and fashion and is curated by Jay Taylor, Fancy Vargas and Jerry Lee.
Melodies of the Diaspora: Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Month Opening Reception
Join us for a special event at the Bellevue Arts Museum Sunday February 1st for the art exhibition opening, featuring live performances and light refreshments. Registration is requested.
Public Viewing Hours and Locations
The art exhibition is open to the public for viewing at no cost in February at Bellevue City Hall, 2nd Floor Catwalk and Bellevue Arts Museum. Select event information for more details.
Featured Artists
Aba Diallo
Al Doggett
Asha Aung Helmstetter
Bryon Stewart
Carletta Carrington Wilson
Charde' Brown
Clifford Crawford
Dara Breeze
Delton Mosby
Earline Alston
Ernie Thomas
Elissa Gibson
Esther Ervin
Fin'es Scott
Genea Morrow
Jay Taylor
Jes Lilly
Jim Coley
Marcel Jackson
Marie Guilloto Stuppard
Nansare Consolata
Omar Willey
Rajaa Gharbi
Ruth Esther
Tsehaye Afewerki
TyResha Jones-Smith
Valerie Washington
Yolanda Galery
All are invited to an opening reception featuring live performances, community remarks and light refreshments.
Exhibition Locations
Bellevue City Hall
450 110th Ave NE
Bellevue WA, 98004
Bellevue Arts Museum
510 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
United States
