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Curator Champions Diversity at SFMOMA with MoAD Partnership

1/22/2026

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A curator at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) aims to diversify its collection with the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD).
The role rethinks value, ownership, and art-historical narratives.
The curator seeks frameworks for ongoing dialogue reflecting the African Diaspora's complexity.
They value MoAD's responsiveness and cultural specificity while leveraging SFMOMA's resources.
Previously, the curator founded Emblazon Arts LLC and worked as a research assistant for Amy Sherald.

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Story summary

A curator at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) aims to diversify its collection with the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD).
The role rethinks value, ownership, and art-historical narratives.
The curator seeks frameworks for ongoing dialogue reflecting the African Diaspora's complexity.
They value MoAD's responsiveness and cultural specificity while leveraging SFMOMA's resources.
Previously, the curator founded Emblazon Arts LLC and worked as a research assistant for Amy Sherald.