Projects
Harambee Art Gallery has established itself as a diverse and innovative art gallery which collaborates with fellow galleries, businesses, educators, churches, non-profits, and art inclined philanthropists to bring beautiful public and private works of art and 5-senses artistic experiences to the Houston- area.
In 2019, we went international, fusing a relationship with Luanda Sister Cities Association.
In 2019, we went international, fusing a relationship with Luanda Sister Cities Association.
ONGOING PROJECTS
Presented by Harambee Art Gallery, City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Houston Public Library, and HTV Studios
KONNECT II: PUTTING DOWN ROOTS Featuring Rochella Cooper Melissa Aytenfisu Mathieu JN Baptiste Sol Diaz Exhibit July 11th - September 9th, 2022City Hall Rotunda 901 Bagby St Houston, TX 77002 Meet the Artists Thursday, July 14, 2022 12pm-6pm |
The goal of Ladies in the Hat is to creatively exhibit the amazing collection of over 100 vintage hats owned by Houstonian, Paula McHam through a series of multi-generational exploratory monologues.
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Mommy and Me Pop Up Library is a program designed to enrich the lives of mothers and children through literacy, social engagement, sustainability, arts, and culture. Books are intended to be provided for both mothers and children, including magazines, coloring books, and other learning resources. We use innovative book clubs to engage with the community, teach African American history, and install Little Free Libraries designed by artists and members of the community.
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The Jewels of Houston
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3rd Fridays on All Real Radio, hear Harambee Art Gallery speak on the art scene in Houston, TX and the world!
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Communi-Tea is a collaborative project between Harambee Art Gallery/Charles Washington & UENDURE Tea Company/Robin Boykin.
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Landmarks in the Tre'
Artist Charles Washington is taking his existing public art spaces to a new interactive level by developing a virtual tour component for them! Through the use of audio/ visual technology, the artist is developing a storyline for his public art that viewers can either physically tour with a printable interactive map or via our website. (Made possible thanks to a grant from Houston Arts Alliance) MORE HERE |
A creative arts venue developed by reclaiming an old business building on Historic Almeda Road in 3rd Ward Houston near Midtown by the Harambee Productions division of Harambee Art Gallery. The Pop Up Place was established to create memorable fine art exhibitions, engage visitors in experimental arts activities in addition to providing a lively venue for multi-genre Pop Up events and ongoing regularly scheduled arts activities. Our motivation for this venture is to gain greater exposure for the gallery, expand awareness about green art initiatives, and develop a following for art programs offered by the gallery. In addition, we will provide an arts marketplace with opportunities for artists and art lovers to connect, interact and share positive experiences.
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An ongoing multi-media and event series called "Who is Charles Washington?" will take many forms over the next couple of years.
The initial launch took place in Summer of 2019, with a display and opening at Camden Apartments in Midtown. Harambee is excited about where this project will lead and build their audience and to help the world understand the genius and value of our wonderful co-founder, Charles Washington. houstonlibrary.libcal.com/event/9065539 |
PAST PROJECTS
Friends of Riverside Park Art Project
Lawson Academy Spark Park
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May of 2019, Charles Washington was commissioned by the SPARK PARK Program to design and construct a Spark Park behind the Lawson Academy.
The SPARK School Program works with schools and neighborhoods to develop community parks on public school grounds. In the past 30-plus years, SPARK has built over 200 community parks throughout Harris County. Founded in 2002, the Lawson Academy (grades 6 – 8) provides single-gender education (boys learn with boys; girls learn with girls) and offers specialized reading and math programs. |
C-STEM Public Art & Community Library
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C-STEM Public Art & Community Library: C-STEM Headquarters has been nestled in the heart of the Greater Third Ward community for 18 years. It continues to provide Communication+ STEM+Art education outreach services for minorities, females, and economically challenged students from cradle to career.
This Community Book Box Interactive Public Art has been designed by artist Charles Washington, to enlighten, inspire, and expose community members to the unlimited opportunities that can create unlimited possibilities in their future. The expanded opportunities this public art piece will provide the community include taking a book and/or leaving a book whenever their hearts desire, art and engineering workshops, a reading outdoor sanctuary, and an added beautiful spot in the neighborhood. |