WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (WAVY) — Oscar winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter will visit Jamestown Settlement to discuss her exhibit “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design.”
Carter will be joined by filmmaker and author Ytasha L. Womack for a conversation on Afrofuturism storytelling and the symbolism.
Womack’s work is featured in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture’s Afrofuturism exhibit and the Smithsonian’s documentary “Afrofuturism: An Origin Story.”
Those in attendance will be able to participate hands-on programs focused on fiber art and crafts related to the stories told through Ruth E. Carter’s costumes.
The event takes place on Saturday, Oct. 5. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $15 for students. To purchase tickets click here .
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