MAMA
Midwestern African Museum of Art
MAMA is Re-Opening At 2 New Locations!
ABOUT
MISSION
To share, conserve, promote, and celebrate Africa’s beauty and rich history through art and culture while providing programs that educate the Midwestern population on our common heritage.
VISION
The Midwestern African Museum of Art (MAMA) Culture and Resource Center endeavors to be a hub of community learning and enrichment. By creating a place where both children and adults can learn our common heritage, we will celebrate each other’s uniqueness and diversity, and create a global community. The Museum will strive to ignite creativity, encourage critical thinking, and spark conversation through an educational approach.
HISTORY
Opened by Former President Joyce Banda, Malawi’s first female president and second on the African continent, the Midwestern African Museum of Art, Culture & Resource Center (MAMA) is a non-profit organization formed to provide unique and meaningful programming for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. We are the first and only African art museum in the Midwest.
We seek to develop and share the richness and diversity of the African heritage through history, art and culture. We aim to do this from differing viewpoints so as to promote dialogue. MAMA aims to offer an experience that increases awareness and interest in African arts and culture.
The concept was established 10 years ago by Founder Seth Mock Riek. Mr. Riek is heavily involved in the African immigrant community development and has a special relationship with the Sudanese refugees. MAMA opened its doors to the public on October 16, 2016.
Staff
Executive Director Omaha
Nyakuma Muon
Executive Director Lincoln
Dr. Danvas Mabeya
Artistic Development (Giants)
Japhet Ingeri
Advisor + Program Development
Brent Martin
Art Installation
Gregory Spaulding
Development Director + Africa-US Liaison
Joy Margret
Commun. + Media (Giants)
David Munyaneza
Project Manager
Mujahid “Tiger”
Our Partners
PROGRAMS
GALLERY TOUR
Embark on a journey to rediscover Africa at MAMA. Come learn about the different African culture and history illustrated through art.
Each staff member is well-informed on African culture, history, and art to ensure the ultimate experience here at MAMA.
- African Story telling
- Painting/Drawings
- Clay/Pottery Workshops
LITTERACY PROGRAM
MAMA’s Reading program aims to promote healthy and successful children and families through reading. MAMA will be hosting reading sessions every week:
These African-themed sessions aim not only promote reading but to also shed a light on African culture. Kids will also have the chance to learn African drumming and dancing during the sessions.
To register, simply send us an email at generalinfo@mamainc.org
Additional Programs
- After School Programs
- Summer Camps
- Workshops (kids, adults, employee team-building, wellness at work)
- History of Coffee
ART, MUSIC & COFFEE
On the first Friday of every month, not only will MAMA be opening its doors to different African musicians which will be performing live at MAMA. but Guests can also indulge in African coffee and treats while touring our Founders Gallery and enjoying African music.
- School Assemblies
- Public Performances
- Art Tour (Every First Friday of The Month)
LUV FROM AFRICA
COFFEE
Did you know that coffee actually originated from Ethiopia, Africa?
During the First Friday Art Walk, MAMA’s coffee will serve a variety of authentic African coffee beans with delicious African treats. Our coffees are specially imported from different parts of Africa such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Congo, and refugee regions such as Gambella.
To purchase contact us here or pick up from the Museum.
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