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Black History NXT Future: An Open Mic Celebration

Black History NXT Future: An Open Mic Celebration Featuring Poet Laureate “Influence” Saturday, February 24 6PM–8PM Free and Open to the Public Please register here to attend. We are pleased to present our third annual Black History Month spoken word event, Black History NXT Future: An Open Mic Celebration, hosted by NXTHVN Apprentices: Assiata Ayinla, […]

NXTHVN PERFORMS: NEW HAVEN JAZZ

NXTHVN Performs: New Haven Jazz Thursday, February 15 6PM-8PM Free and Open to the Pubic Please register here to attend.  In honor of Dixwell’s rich jazz history, which hosted world-renowned jazz artists alongside local legends in The Monterey throughout the 20th century, we bring together New Haven-based and more broadly Connecticut-based jazz legends for an intimate, […]

NXTHVN HOLIDAY MARKET

Featuring local creative vendors and small businesses  Saturday, December 16, 2023 12PM-5PM Come by for a cup of hot chocolate and shop from a range of vendors selling unique products, from organic soaps and jewelry to handmade clothing. Food will also be available for purchase. NXTHVN’s Holiday Market promotes the creative and handmade goods of […]

NXTHVN x Untitled Art in Miami | Booth A10 | Dec. 6-10

NXTHVN’s debut booth at Untitled Art's ‘Nest’ sector, will feature the artwork of two of its woman-identified alumnae, Alyssa Klauer (Cohort 03) and Anindita Dutta (Cohort 04). These artists use their practices to critique ideas around femininity and sexuality. Alyssa Klauer’s paintings meditate on girlhood in tandem with queerness and coming out late in life. […]

Rooted Youth with Farmer D

Saturday, November 18, 11:00AM-12:00PM Armory Garden, 290 Goffe Street, New Haven, CT 06511   Inspired by Saya Woolfalk’s exhibition, "Rooted Youth" is an immersive experience for young individuals seeking to strengthen their bond with nature and themselves amidst the digital age and urbanization. Through guided mindfulness, meditation, and discussions in natural settings, participants will learn […]

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NXTHVN Holiday Food Drive 2023

In the spirit of giving and sharing, NXTHVN is pleased to open our doors once again this year to receive non-perishable groceries to be distributed to families in need in our community during this holiday season.  Dates food donations will be accepted: Wednesday - Sunday, November 1 - 15 2 PM - 6 PM Drop-off […]

ACTIVATE: Movement and Meditation with Thema Haida

ACTIVATE: Movement and Meditation with Thema Haida Saturday, November 11, 1:00-2:30PM Free and Open to the Public ACTIVATE is a joyful time for rest and recalibration led by certified healing practitioner Thema Haida. Inspired by Saya Woolfalk’s exhibition, participants will ground and balance out energies as they tap into their connection to nature through guided […]

Panel Discussions and Book Launch: Mickalene Thomas / Portrait of an Unlikely Space

Join us at the Yale University Art Gallery for panel discussions (available for in-person or virtual attendance) related to the exhibition Mickalene Thomas / Portrait of an Unlikely Space and featuring artists, curators, and scholars. This program is followed by an in-person keynote conversation and reception at NXTHVN celebrating the release of the accompanying catalogue, […]

“Afrofuturism and Visual Culture” Panel Discussion

“Afrofuturism and Visual Culture” Panel Discussion Into the AfroVerse Summit, 6th Dimension Festival Saturday, October 14 5PM–6PM NXTHVN’s fall exhibition artist, Saya Woolfalk, will be in conversation with JAHMANE and Dr. Semente, moderated by 6th Dimension curator, Juanita Sunday. This dynamic panel delves into the visionary aesthetics, storytelling, and innovation that Afrofuturism infuses into contemporary […]

Saya Woolfalk: Field Notes from the Empathic Universe

Saya Woolfalk: Field Notes from the Empathic Universe September 23 – November 19, 2023 Opening September 23, 2023 1PM–5PM Saya Woolfalk: Field Notes from the Empathic Universe invites visitors to enter the kaleidoscopic and culturally hybrid worlds created by the artist. The exhibition features an immersive video installation exploring portraiture and a series of new […]

ADAA Chelsea Gallery Walk

ADAA Chelsea Gallery Walk NXTHVN Curator Led Walkthrough and Artist Performance Sean Kelly, New York Wednesday, July 19, 6-8pm Curator-led walkthrough: 6:00pm Artist performance: 6:30pm Sean Kelly, New York, is pleased to participate in the 2023 edition of the ADAA Chelsea Gallery Walk. At 6pm curatorial fellows Cornelia Stokes and Kiara Cristina Ventura will lead […]

Dixwell Photo Walk with Daniel Ramos

Please join us for a fun and family friendly photography workshop led by artist and NXTHVN alumnus Daniel Ramos. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring photographers to hone their skills and learn more about the art of photography. The workshop will begin with a curatorial walkthrough of the exhibition COMMON PRACTICE: Public Access led […]

COMMON PRACTICE: Public Access

Opening June 10, 2023, 1PM—5PM Free and open to the public On View June 10 – September 3, 2023 169 Henry St, New Haven, CT 06511 NXTHVN is thrilled to announce COMMON PRACTICE: Public Access, opening Saturday June 10th. Presented by NXTHVN and organized by Common Practice, this group exhibition is the first part of […]

TEDx Dixwell

Friday, June 9, 2023 6PM—8PM NXTHVN 169 Henry St.  New Haven, CT 06511 Each year NXTHVN's Apprentices develop a culminating project focused on creativity, connection, purpose, and power. This year NXTHVN is excited to host TEDx Dixwell with our Apprentices: Ashlynn Topper, Issac Perry, Laurianne Burt, Victor Adjeni, Assiata Ayinla, Bri Doctor, Luca Rivera, and […]

Keynote Conversation: Amy Sherald in discussion with Allison Glenn

  Please note that this event is currently at capacity. Beginning at 5PM, we will begin an on-site waitlist for unclaimed tickets. Unclaimed tickets will be released at 5:45 PM to on-site waitlist guests in order of arrival. The program will begin shortly after. If you already have a confirmed ticket for this event through […]

Dixwell Walking Tour

Saturday, May 6, 2023 2PM—3PM 169 Henry St.  New Haven, CT 06511 NXTHVN is excited to collaborate with The Greater New Haven African American Historical Society on a site-specific walking tour (1/2 mile) featuring the cultural sites and landmarks located in our Dixwell neighborhood. Stops along the tour include the Monterey Club, the Hannah Gray […]

For Sale Market

Saturday, April 29, 2023 12PM-5PM NXTHVN AULA Join us on Saturday, April 29 at 169 Henry Street in Dixwell for the For Sale Market and experience an afternoon of celebrating community and supporting Black and Brown owned businesses.  This event is in conjunction with the exhibition Not For Sale, which explores the relationship between culture […]

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NXTHVN Open Studios

Join NXTHVN for our annual Open Studios! April 15 and April 16, 2023 1PM–5PM 169 Henry Street, New Haven CT 06511 Please join us as we welcome you into the studios of our fellows for a glimpse of their work at NXTHVN.   Additional Programming: All events are free and open to the public. By […]