Commencement + Reunion Weekend 2024 Community Events
Join the celebration May 30–June 2.
We have many family-friendly, open-to-the-community events happening as part of Commencement + Reunion Weekend. Most of these events are drop-in and don't require registration. We hope to see you there!
RISD Museum Free Admission
Owning our legacy preserves our future: A conversation on Nancy Elizabeth Prophet: I Will Not Bend an Inch
Join us for a panel discussion featuring Cheryl Miller 71 HD 22, Kelly Walters MFA 15 GD, Sylvia Rodriguez and moderator Alison Croney Moses 06 FD.
Drop-in Gallery Talks: Nancy Elizabeth Prophet: I Will Not Bend an Inch
Friday, May 31, 3–4 pm
Gabrielle Walker, Nancy Elizabeth Prophet Curatorial Assistant
Saturday, June 1, 3–4 pm
Dominic Molon, Interim Chief Curator & Richard Brown Baker Curator of Contemporary Art
Nancy Elizabeth Prophet was best known for her figurative sculptures carved in wood and stone. She became RISD’s first documented graduate of color, completing her degree in 1918. Visit the exhibit to learn more about Prophet and her work. Hear from museum curators about the development of this exhibit including collaboration with community partners.
Chalk Walk
Black Biennial Reception
Join us as we celebrate the 2024 student-curated Black Biennial.