Thu, Aug 25 | 7 P.M. | Free

Join Badia Ahad-Legardy, author, professor, and Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at Loyola University Chicago for a discussion on her book, Afro-Nostalgia: Feeling Good in Contemporary Black Culture. 

Thu, Sep 15 | 6:30 P.M. | Free

Writer and director Nia DaCosta was directly inspired by the work of artist Kara Walker in the creation of the film. Specifically, her shadow puppet work, currently on display at MOCA as part of the exhibition Kara Walker: Cut to the Quick. This event is part of Third Thursdays at MOCA and is free with admission. 

Tue, Sep 20 | 7 P.M. | Free

At this month's Black Art Matters lecture, award-winning curator Valerie Cassel Oliver will discuss Kara Walker, her work, and her impact on the world of contemporary art.