The Bedford-Stuyvesant Museum of African Art is at 1157 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, New York City. Its collection contains more than 500 original works from villages across Africa, including pieces connected to more than 40 African countries. Look for masks and other artworks, with explanations of the communities and meanings behind them. Informative programs and exhibitions explore African art and its place in global artistic traditions. Speak with the knowledgeable staff if you want to learn more about the works on display.
A collection spanning African countries
The museum’s collection includes more than 500 original works from villages across Africa. The artworks represent more than 40 of the continent’s 54 countries, bringing together pieces from a wide range of communities.
Masks are among the works on display. Explanations connect them with the people and meanings behind them, giving visitors a way to understand the cultural context of the art.
Learning about the works
Informative programs and exhibitions explore African art and its place in global artistic traditions. The museum also presents contemporary and modern art as its collection grows.
Staff can share further information about the exhibited works. If you are continuing an exploration of African art in Brooklyn, MoCADA is nearby; the walk from there to the museum takes about 20 minutes, or you can take the B26.
FAQ
Where is the Bedford-Stuyvesant Museum of African Art?
It is at 1157 Bedford Ave in Brooklyn, New York City.
What can I see at the museum?
The collection includes more than 500 original African artworks, including masks, with explanations of their cultural meanings.
How many African countries are represented?
The collection includes works from more than 40 African countries.
