CONTEMPORARY ART

In his early years as a painter, Merton D. Simpson 's peers were artists like Romare Bearden and Hale Woodruff. As a result of his long relationship with his colleagues, the Gallery is fortunate to have an extensive collection of Black art, from noted artists such as Romare Bearden, Bob Thompson, Charles White and Norman Lewis. In addition, the Gallery has a collection of contemporary artists, such as César and Sam Francis. We also feature works from Henry O. Tanner and Nancy Elizabeth Prophet. The Merton D. Simpson Gallery plays a tremendous role in the proliferation of African American art, and participates each year in the National Black Art Show. Click on thumbnails to show details.