An exceptionally fertile period for the incomparable James Baldwin, defined by his sojourn to a country that would allow him to gain critical distance from, and new perspectives on America, particularly its poisonous racism and homophobia.
Consisting of sweeping photographs by Turkish photographer Sedat Pakay, one of Baldwin’s close friends, the exhibition provides an intimate travelogue portrait of an understudied yet pivotal time in Baldwin’s life.
On view through March 15, 2025
Brooklyn Public Library, Central Library, Grand Lobby
10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238