"Where's your sketchbook?"
Aminah Robinson
Each February, The King Arts Complex honors the life and legacy of one Columbus’ most celebrated artists at the Annual Aminah Robinson Family Day. This special event is an opportunity for people of all ages to create art with local visual artists, enjoy music, and learn more about Aminah’s rich contributions to the world of art.
An innovative multimedia artist, teacher, storyteller, and MacArthur Fellow, Aminah Robinson was known for her work within the African-American community of Poindexter Village on Columbus’ Near East Side. As home to one of Aminah’s earliest studios, The King Arts Complex proudly displays her work year round to inspire emerging artists, current artists, and our community.
Featured Artists & Workshops
Queen Brooks - Lil' Treasure Keepers (Dance Studio, 1st Floor)
Nicki Burton - Button Love (Auditorium)
Gaye Reissland - Batiking (Auditorium)
Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart - Quilting (Auditorium)
April Sunami - Tell Your Story (Auditorium)
Monica Scott - Quilting "Our Town" (Dance Studio, 1st Floor)
Additional Activities
The Art of Jamila Pinckney - 2nd Cousin of Aminah Robinson
Making simple handmade books with Darrell Ward and Ron Shull
A Celebration of Aminah
ONE LOVE... the community collects AMINAH: Exhibition Opening Reception
Quick Recap Of Aminah Robinson Day
Operating supporters include AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER Foundation, Bath and Body Works, City of Columbus, Columbus Foundation, Crabbe Brown & James, LLP, Easton Community Foundation, Greater Columbus Arts Council, Martin Luther King Breakfast Committee, Inc., Nationwide Foundation and Ohio Arts Council.