Arts in Black Exhibit

Featuring the Georgia State Art Collection

April 26 – May 2, 2026
The Syd Blackmarr Arts Center    255 Love Avenue, Tifton

This exhibit is FREE and open to the public.
Donations are welcome.

 -Additional Events –

Arts in Black Festival

Friday, May 1st | 6 – 10 pm

Saturday, May 2nd

The Arts in Black exhibit is a special collaboration with the Arts in Black Festival, the longest-running festival in Tifton, now celebrating its 40th anniversary. This milestone year honors decades of culture, creativity, and community rooted in Tifton’s rich history.

As part of the celebration, we have invited local Black artists to share their work, creating a vibrant showcase that reflects the depth and diversity of Black artistic expression in our community. The exhibit also features select works from the Georgia State Art Collection, further enriching the experience with pieces that connect local narratives to the broader story of Georgia’s artistic legacy.

Together, these works serve as both a tribute to Tifton’s Black heritage and a platform for contemporary voices, highlighting the stories, traditions, and talents that continue to shape the city’s cultural landscape.

For more details on the Arts in Black festival, click here.

Georgia State Art Collection

The Georgia State Art Collection is a curated collection of artworks owned by the State of Georgia and managed to celebrate, preserve, and share the state’s rich artistic heritage. The collection features works by Georgia artists as well as pieces that reflect the cultural, historical, and social landscape of the state.

Spanning a variety of media—such as painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media—the collection is displayed in public buildings, making art accessible to residents and visitors alike. By placing artwork in civic spaces, the Georgia State Art Collection supports artists, enhances public environments, and fosters a deeper appreciation for the arts across Georgia’s communities.

We are especially grateful to the Georgia Council for the Arts for their generosity in allowing us to borrow works from the collection for this exhibition. Their support has made it possible to present a meaningful tribute to historical Black artists from Georgia, honoring their enduring impact and contributions to the state’s cultural legacy.

View more of the Georgia State Art Collection visit their website here.