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WHEREAS, The City of Pittsburgh recognizes and celebrates the transformative power of the arts, as well as the visionary leaders who enrich our cultural landscape, foster creative expression and uplift our community; and,
WHEREAS, Kilolo Luckett, Founding Executive Director and Chief Curator of Alma Lewis Contemporary Arts, has consistently demonstrated extraordinary dedication to nurturing and elevating contemporary Black art, creating vital spaces for artistic scholarship, dialogue and community engagement; and,
WHEREAS, Alma Lewis continues to serve at an indispensable cultural nexus in the region, dedicated to centering, honoring and amplifying Black visual artists, curators and cultural workers through innovative exhibitions, educational initiatives and community programming; and,
WHEREAS, on Friday October 23, 2026, Alma Lewis marks a major cultural milestone with the grand reopening party for its highly anticipated exhibition, “Color Is Life” featuring the works of world-renowned and groundbreaking contemporary artists Stephen Towns and Murjoni Merriweather, whose powerful woks inspire reflection, honor resilience and expand the horizons of contemporary art; and,
WHEREAS, through this vibrant celebration, Kilolo Luckett and Alma Lewis Contemporary Arts reaffirm their commitment to cultivating creative excellence, deepening historical appreciation and fostering community solidarity across the City of Pittsburgh.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Councilman Khari Mosley, on behalf of the Council of the City of Pittsburgh, does hereby commend Kilolo Luckett and Alma Lewis Contemporary Arts on their grand reopening & the “Color Is Life” exhibition featuring Stephen Towns and Murjoni Merriweather. We urge all residents to celebrate the vital contributions of contemporary artists and cultural leaders who make our city a brighter and more vibrant place to live.