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Relational Possibilities: A Remix of Aesthetic Forms Through Indigeneity and Blackness

Exhibition Space I

Shadow wintertime
stolen Philadelphia
at the old archives

It is the year 2045.

Vignette I

Philadelphia's heart,
African roots run deep here,
Community thrives.

History's embrace,
From freedom's birth to struggle,
Strength in each chapter.

Future's hopeful gleam,
From the seeds of yesterday,
Blooms love's sweet promise.

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The City of Iaville, Philadelphia The city of Iaville is a bustling metropolis, full of life and culture. African Americans makeup most of its population and the city is a hub of artistic expression. It is hard to walk down any street without being reminded of the African American community’s impact on this city. It is the year of 2045, a significant moment in the city's history - a renaissance in the making of an African American community archive.
LeRoy Malik Locke, The Narrator "Through this data story exhibition, I use various mediums such as data analysis, art, literature, visuals, AI, voiceover, and the creative language of my inspiration to showcase the importance of preserving the history of Black people. I bring to life the imaginary community archives of a futuristic city called Iaville, Philadelphia. I am a representation of my ancestors who moved from slavery to the urban areas, where buildings stand tall and close together like the thoughts of Black people on a rainy day."
Vignette I: Shadow Wintertime In the year 2045, in the city of Iaville, Philadelphia, LeRoy Malik Locke is prepared to confront his fears and represent the Black community archives. The Black community artifacts of Iaville are pieces of history that must be passed down through generations. They tell a powerful story of resilience and perseverance in the face of oppression. He is uncertain about the future and what it holds for him. His artistic ancestors are always with him, as they are part of the Black Iaville Artists Collective – The Shadow. The year is 2045. Iaville, Philadelphia, is a thriving, futuristic city with advanced technology and a diverse population. Despite the city's progress, the Black community's identity is at risk of being lost. Gentrification is rampant in the neighborhoods on the south side, and the police force is struggling to keep up with FBI investigations into several deaths in the arts community. Meanwhile, a new political party, "New Republics Against African American History in Iaville," is gaining popularity on the west and east sides of the city.

Exhibition Space I

Shadow wintertime
stolen Philadelphia
at the old archives

It is the year 2045.

Vignette I

Philadelphia's heart,
African roots run deep here,
Community thrives.

History's embrace,
From freedom's birth to struggle,
Strength in each chapter.

Future's hopeful gleam,
From the seeds of yesterday,
Blooms love's sweet promise.

This page has paths:

This page references:

Shadow wintertimestolen Philadelphiaat the old archives

It is the year 2045.

Vignette I

Philadelphia's heart,African roots run deep here,Community thrives.History's embrace,From freedom's birth to struggle,Strength in each chapter.Future's hopeful gleam,From the seeds of yesterday,Blooms love's sweet promise.

This page has paths:

This page references:

Shadow wintertime
stolen Philadelphia
at the old archives

Philadelphia's heart,
African roots run deep here,
Community thrives.

History's embrace,
From freedom's birth to struggle,
Strength in each chapter.

Future's hopeful gleam,
From the seeds of yesterday,
Blooms love's sweet promise.