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The first exhibition of Ernest Cole's photographs documenting New York City during the height of the civil rights movement in America
Offering a rare and reflective insight into the seminal South African photographer Ernest Cole, A Lens in Exile is the first exhibition of his photographs documenting New York City during the height of the civil rights movement in America.
Bringing your class to Autograph to see the exhibition? Download our exhibition classroom guide to support your students' learning before, during and after their visit. The resource contains prompts, discussion points and ways to engage with the artwork and themes in the exhibition. Some activities take place at the gallery, and Autograph is able to provide free materials for this, just mention it when you book your class visit or get in touch at learning@autograph-abp.co.uk before your visit.
Haven't booked your class visit yet? Keep scrolling to find out how you can bring your pupils to Autograph's gallery for free.
Autograph
Rivington Place
London EC2A 3BA, UK
The exhibition is at Autograph 13 June - 12 October 2024
Wed, Fri: 11am - 6pm
Thur: 11am - 9pm
Sat: 12:30 - 6pm
Ernest Cole's photographs documenting New York City during the height of the civil rights movement in America.
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Bring your class to Autograph at a time that suits you. You can see the exhibition and request to use our Education Studio for self-led discussion during your visit.
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Your class will be greeted by gallery staff for an introduction to Autograph and a guided tour. You can also request to use our dedicated Education Studio.
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Autograph's new exhibition by the South African photographer
Read blog post This resource pack was made with Amir Nathan, Head of Visual Arts at Eastbrook School.
Ernest Cole: A Lens in Exile is realised in collaboration with Magnum Photos and the Ernest Cole Family Trust.
With thanks to Mark and James Sanders.
Banner image: Ernest Cole: A Lens in Exile exhibition at Autograph. 13 June - 12 October 2024. Curated by Mark Sealy. Photograph by Kate Elliott.
Images on page: 1) Ernest Cole, Harlem, New York [detail], c. 1970. © Ernest Cole / Magnum Photos
2+3) Photograph by Kate Elliott.
Autograph is a place to see things differently. Since 1988, we have championed photography that explores issues of race, identity, representation, human rights and social justice, sharing how photographs reflect lived experiences and shape our understanding of ourselves and others.
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