Exploring the 1986 Afro Fair: A Snapshot of Art and Community Expression in Columbus

Welcome to Ohio Snapshots! Join us as we delve into the 1986 Afrofair, a craft and art festival in Columbus that highlighted the work of black artists. In this video, we will cover:
- The founders of Ace and the Afrofair festival
- Notable individuals featured at the Afrofair, including James Baldwin and Anna Bishop
- The significance of Mount Vernon Plaza as the festival location
- Pat Williams' role as the first president of the board for Ace Art for community expression
- The collaboration between Ohio Snapshots and WOSU Public Media for this historical exploration