Insights: Fred Rouse III

Discover the powerful Insights: Fred Rouse III event, a heartfelt talk tied to Sedrick Huckaby's captivating Black Bird Redemption Song exhibition at the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum.

Hear directly from community activist Fred Rouse III, co-founder of The Fred Rouse Foundation and President of the Tarrant County Coalition for Peace and Justice, as he shares his inspiring journey to honor his grandfather, Fred Rouse, lynched in 1921 Fort Worth—the city's only recorded lynching in a KKK stronghold.

• Learn how Huckaby and Rouse III connected through research, sparking the mesmerizing video Contemplating Fred Rouse—a projection of charcoal figures drawn, erased, and redrawn to envision the man lost to history.
• Explore themes of historical trauma, justice, and redemption through Huckaby's sculptures of oversized birds in tiny antique cages, symbolizing confinement and the fight for freedom.
• Free and open to all—doors open at 5:30 PM for an evening of reflection, art, and community dialogue.

This intimate gathering bridges past injustices with today's hope, making it a must for art lovers and history buffs seeking meaningful connections.