Crafting Sanctuaries: Black Spaces of the Great Depression South

Crafting Sanctuaries: Black Spaces of the Great Depression South is a touring photography exhibition that showcases rare Farm Security Administration images of rural Black Southerners creating spaces of comfort and refuge during a turbulent era. The collection features work from seven photographers across six states, alongside specific North Carolina historical pieces from the museum's permanent collection. This exhibition is best suited for middle schoolers, high schoolers, and adults who can engage with the historical context of the Great Depression and racial violence. Admission to the Gregg Museum of Art & Design is entirely free, and you can find free visitor parking in the lot directly outside the building on Hillsborough Street. Plan for a quiet, indoor walk through the galleries, which takes about forty-five minutes to an hour. Adding this to your weekend itinerary offers a meaningful way to discuss history and resilience with your older kids. The museum is stroller-friendly and rarely crowded, making it a calm, educational stop before grabbing lunch nearby on Hillsborough Street.

Last updated August 1, 2026