2022 Terra Lectures in American Art: Decolonising Art History through Latinx Art

We are delighted to announce the forthcoming Trinity term 2022 Terra Lectures in American Art, which this year centre on Latinx art, with an emphasis on Chicanx (Mexican American) artists, and the theme of migration – of people, ideas, and artworks, from the seventeenth century to today. Art and activism converge as these lectures move across disciplinary, chronological, and geographical borders. We consider new approaches to “American” art, its borders, and contact zones. By posing strategic questions, these four talks demonstrate avenues of inquiry to decolonise art history. The 2022 Terra Lectures in American Art centre on Latinx art, with an emphasis on Chicanx (Mexican American) artists, and the theme of migration – of people, ideas, and artworks, from the seventeenth century to today. Art and activism converge as these lectures move across disciplinary, chronological, and geographical borders. We consider new approaches to “American” art, its borders, and contact zones. By posing strategic questions, these four talks demonstrate avenues of inquiry to decolonise art history.

For further information on each of the 4 lectures presented by Professor Charlene Villaseñor Black, please view the events page here. Please note that the venue (Worcester College) is subject to change, so please check back nearer the time for latest information.  Lectures are open to all to attend.