Sedrick Huckaby's Black Bird Redemption Song

Discover a powerful and moving exhibition with Sedrick Huckaby's Black Bird Redemption Song at the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum! Huckaby unveils a sculptural bird series featuring papier-mâché forms in antique birdcages, exploring themes of freedom, confinement, and the impact of mass incarceration on Black communities.

• Immerse yourself in sculptures, drawings, and video installations that connect history, trauma, and hope for change.
• Experience the lifelike portrait of Craig Watkins, Texas’s first African American District Attorney, and learn about his pivotal work in exonerating the wrongly convicted.
• Witness community-inspired art investigating the 1921 lynching of Fred Rouse through powerful video and mixed media works.
• Enjoy a vibrant garden setting that brings together art, history, and community reflection.

This is a must-see for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in stories of resilience and redemption!