Black Arts Retreat was founded in 2013 with the simple, yet profound mission of uniting lovers and practitioners of the African Diasporic Cultural Arts. Since that time, we have hosted 6 Black Arts Retreats in the Northeast United States and 4 international retreats in Germany, Dominica, Brazil, and Haiti. In response to demand from our participants, Black Arts Retreat has expanded our programming beyond retreats to include special events, workshops, and affinity groups. Visit us on instagram @blackartsretreat for most updated programs.
Mission
Black Arts Retreat is a home for black creativity: providing restorative experiences that connect participants to art, whole wellness, nature, themselves and each other. From the teaching and learning of ancient & ritual creative practices to the creation of new practices, Black Arts Retreat provides a spirited environment where people connect with African Diasporic creative tools as a means to transforming their daily living. In response to demand from our participants, Black Arts Retreat has expanded our programming beyond retreats to include special events, workshops and affinity groups in order to nurture our international network of creators between retreats. We aim to continue our work of cultural preservation & creation, international organizing and brave space keeping for generations to come.
