An Insanely Dope Artist Conversation: Taste of Legacy with Reginald A. Lewis

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Saturday, November 22, 2025 | 1 p.m. | Museum Admission

Join the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for an artist conversation on its latest art installation, “Taste of Legacy” with mixed media artist Reginald A. Lewis, of Insanely Dope Designs and MICA Faculty Staff Rhea Beckett. “Taste of Legacy” is a vibrant tribute to African American heritage, resilience, and creativity. Reginald will discuss his journey to becoming a self-taught artist and muralist who uses his art to “speak to the history and legacy of African American culture.”

Reginald A. Lewis has participated in over 60 art shows throughout the east and west coast. In addition, he has collaborated with several national artists including Swizz Beats, Nipsey Hussle and Wiz Khalifa.

Rhea Beckett is a curator and fifth generation educator whose practice centers knowledge sharing and collaboration. In addition to teaching at MICA, Rhea is also an adjunct professor of African American art history at Fisk University (Nashville, TN) and Trinity Washington (Washington, DC). She is the Founding Director of Black Artist Research Space (BARS), a hub for creativity, scholarship, and imagination located in Baltimore, MD.