Award
Women's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award
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Jean Lacy
1932-00-00 – 2023-03-25
Life & Legacy
Jean Lacy (1932 – March 25, 2023) was an American museum education specialist and visual artist who worked primarily in mixed media and collage.
Lacy was of African American heritage, and believes her family is descended from indentured Africans at Jamestown Colony. Her work is inspired by creation myths and religious stories, the Civil Rights Movement, and African American culture. From 1975-77 she held the position of curator of education and exhibitions at the Museum of African-American Life and Culture in Dallas, Texas. From 1977-88 she served as the director of the African American Cultural Heritage Center of the Dallas Independent School District.
Lacy died in Dallas on March 25, 2023, at the age of 90.
Occupation & Career
educator, visual artist, artist
Education
Otis College of Art and Design; Art Students League of New York; University of North Texas
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Women's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Women's Caucus for Art Lifetime Achievement Award
Education & Institutions
Art Students League of New York · Otis College of Art and Design · University of North Texas
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Sources & Provenance
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