Dr. Mitchem, professor of religious studies at the University of South Carolina, explores the themes in Renée Cox: Soul Culture. She teaches contemporary theology and women’s studies, emphasizing the experiences and perspectives of black women. Her current research focuses on the intersections of social class, gender constructions, racism, and religions.

ArtBreak is a program that looks at art through a different lens. Each session features a speaker who gives insight into their worldview by sharing their interpretation of works of art at the CMA. Begin the morning at the museum at 10:30 a.m. with pastries and coffee sold at a pop-up café. Program starts at 11:00 a.m. Program is sponsored in part by the Connected Communities grant from Central Carolina Community Foundation.