A Guided Tour of "The Calling: The Transformative Power of Afric

What historical event is represented by the quilt "Indigo, Okra, Blood Sweat and Tears"?

• The journey of African spices to the Americas

• The Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade

• The development of agricultural practices in Africa

• The history of indigo dyeing techniques

What is the primary cultural significance of the Akuaba doll from the Akan/Asante people of Ghana?

• It represents a powerful warrior spirit.

• It is a fertility doll, symbolizing the desire for children.

• It depicts a revered historical leader.

• It is used in traditional storytelling.

What was the original purpose of the Abayomi dolls created by enslaved African women?

• To be used as currency for trade.

• To comfort children who had lost family or were in distress during the Trans-Atlantic journey.

• To serve as religious idols in new lands.

• To teach sewing skills to young girls.

How did the "Topsy Turvy" doll serve enslaved Black mothers and their children?

• It was a popular toy that promoted racial harmony.

• It was used to secretly affirm Black identity by having a Black head hidden beneath a white doll.

• It taught children about the history of slavery through play.

• It was a decorative item to brighten their living quarters.

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What does Francine Haskins' "Urban Village the Great Migration Installation" represent?

• The diverse architecture of urban areas.

• The types of people found in urban areas during the Great Migration.

• The challenges faced by migrants in new cities.

• The historical figures who led the Great Migration.

What does the doll "Grandma Justice" by Camila Bryce-Laporte symbolize?

• Women who fought for political rights in the city.

• Women who brought traditional folk medicine and moral guidance to the city.

• Women who established new businesses in urban areas.

• Women who preserved traditional crafts and arts.

What was a significant motivation behind the creation of the "Annie Brown Spices" doll by Julee Dickerson-Thompson's mother?

• To celebrate the beauty of diverse skin tones, particularly dark-skinned complexions.

• To promote traditional African American clothing styles.

• To depict the struggles of Black women in urban environments.

• To encourage children to play with dolls that resemble them.

What types of materials does Ibé Crawley incorporate into her book "Her Story" to convey narratives?

• Only traditional paper and ink.

• Primarily photographs and digital prints.

• Handmade paper, fabric, tobacco, and lace.

• Sculpted clay and metal elements.