Tenafly and African Art
SMA African Art Museum
It is pretty well acknowledged that Bergen County is an extremely diverse, eclectic population, home to many different cultures, races, religions. Here in Tenafly, we are home to the SMA African Art Museum, and it’s a fabulous place to have some fun and celebrate Africa.
Owned and operated by the Society of African Missions SMA Fathers, the museum is located on Bliss Street in Tenafly. It houses collections of masks, prints, sculpture, and fabrics, reflecting a multitude of African cultures. It is one of the few museums in the United States devoted exclusively to African art.
How fortunate we are to have this resource, a windown on the world, right here in Tenafly! Upcoming events include a Festival on September 11, which will celebrate East African culture for the entire family. It’s a great opportunity to have fun and enjoy a great opportunity here at home.
Recently, middle school students from all over northern New Jersey were treated to African and Western music at the museum. They learned dances, tried different instruments, and had a great time. They also were introduced to western classical music at a small concert, and really enjoyed the experience.
Not only is Tenafly a nice place to live, it’s a cultural center. It’s also home to the Thurnauer School of Music at the JCC, a theater company, and many community events at the library. I’ll keep you up to date on the wonderful things happening in the arts.
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