Pieces of Now

Murals, Masks, Community Stories and Conversations

Winner of History in Progress Award from the American Association of State & Local History, 2021; Gold Award in Research & Innovation, Silver Award for 2020 Response, Media & Technology MUSE Awards from the American Alliance of Museums, 2021

Virtual Exhibition

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From face masks to S. Elm Street storefront murals demanding racial justice, 2020 has seen amazing expressions across the Gate City. Pieces of Now featured nearly 20 pieces of street art created as part of the summer protests, along with photos, objects and video interviews with artists and organizers. The exhibition also invited the community to share experiences, stories and objects related to the protests, pandemic and economic crisis.

This is a different from other exhibitions in the museum.
It is about NOW.
It is also unfinished, because we are in the middle of the story.

Listen to voices from across the city in complete video interviews, recorded public programs and responses to Pieces of Now on social media.

More to See & Hear

Full Interview Videos

Full-length interviews with artists, business owners, protest organizers, law enforcement and others. Click here to see the complete playlist on the GHM YouTube channel.