Politics in American Art

Images and artworks can stake a political claim – contesting, reinforcing, or questioning our models of civic participation. One of the leading historians of American art today, Wendy Bellion has long focused on the political dimension of our artistic heritage, from canvases that invite participation to rituals of protest and iconoclasm. Join Bellion as she examines surprising links between early American art, culture, and citizenship.

This annual lecture recognizes a generous multiyear grant from the Terra Foundation for American Art. The Terra Foundation is dedicated to fostering the exploration, understanding, and enjoyment of the visual arts in the United States for national and international audiences.

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