From crafting the regal attire of a Wakandan king to shaping the vibrant aesthetic of Do the Right Thing, two-time Academy Award winner Ruth E. Carter has spent nearly four decades bringing stories to life through award-winning costume design. Her iconic creations played a pivotal role in films that defined generations. Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design will showcase her personal collection, legendary costumes, interactive displays, and live programming, telling the story of Carter’s journey from a young girl with a passion for art to a visionary costume designer. This exhibit is designed to inspire young minds, spark creativity, and fuel imagination.
Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design features more than 60 costumes from Carter’s legendary film credits, including:
- Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
- Coming 2 America
- Black Panther
- Roots (2014)
- Selma
- Amistad
- Malcolm X
- Do the Right Thing
