The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis

The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Collection of Samella Lewis

This exhibition celebrates Elizabeth Catlett’s achievements in sculpture and printmaking and honors a half-century of her artistic activism in support of women.

A trailblazing sculptor and printmaker, Catlett spent seven decades creating art that honored the dignity and strength of marginalized communities. Her powerful depictions of laborers, women, and African Americans address social issues relevant in both the United States and Mexico.

Drawn from the collection of Dr. Samella Lewis (1924–2022)—an artist, historian, and Catlett’s former student—this exhibition highlights Catlett’s impact as an artist and educator. It celebrates her lasting influence and the ways she merged art and activism to inspire change.

The Art of Elizabeth Catlett from the Samella Lewis Collection is curated by Dr. Grace Hampton