# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Please join us for an artist lecture and conversation with Jomo Tariku on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 6:30pm at the Flagg Building!About this EventBiography • Jomo Tariku’s furniture designs draw inspiration from Africa’s rich cultural heritage, historical structures, traditional furniture, craft, colors, artifacts, landscapes, wildlife, and even hairstyles. His research on licensed Black furniture designers has been featured in prominent publications such as the New York Times and Business of Home. Jomo’s work has graced more than 40 publications, movie sets and even the home of the Vice President of US, Kamala Harris. His designs are part of the permanent collections in major museums such as NMAAHC, Met, PMA, and LACMA. Jomo has been recognized by Wallpaper Magazine and Oprah Magazine for his impactful contributions. Beyond furniture design, he applies his skills to showcase African stories through compelling data visualizations and has diversified into other creative spaces, including public art sculptures and wallpaper design. Jomo is an advocate for Black creatives’ work to be added in museums and is the founding member of the Black Artists and Designer Guild. He is represented by Wexler Gallery where he recently had his very first extensive solo show titled Juxtaposed: A portal to African Design. Jomo resides in Springfield, Virginia, with his wife and two sons.This talk is a part of the Studio Arts and Design Research + Practice lecture and conversation series, occurring on Wednesday nights. The Research + Practice series invites acclaimed artists, writers, critics and scholars to the Corcoran School throughout the year. The talks are free to the public, providing both the community and our students access to thought-provoking examples of contemporary research and practice and a chance to engage with leading cultural figures. Speakers are nominated and selected by the Studio Arts and Design programs, hosted by students and faculty at the historic Beaux Arts Flagg Building in Washington, D.C. Dates for the Research + Practice series are listed below.We look forward to seeing you soon!* All events will be Wednesday nights, 6:30pm-8:00pm.*9/23/2026: Jomo Tariku - Hammer auditorium9/30/2026: Beverly Price - Hammer auditorium10/21/2026: Ilona Gaynor - Hemicycle10/28/2026: Cannupa Hanska Luger + Eric Gottesman - Atrium + Bridge
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/research-practice-jomo-tariku/100001999278989276
- **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, Entertainment, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Washington
- **state**: DC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Flagg Building, Corcoran School for the Arts and Design, George Washington University, Please use New York Avenue Door
- **lat**: 38.9031201
- **long**: -77.0214051
- **full address**: Flagg Building, Corcoran School for the Arts and Design, George Washington University, Please use New York Avenue Door, 500 17th Street Northwest, Washington, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku being held?
  - **A:** Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku takes place on Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Flagg Building, Corcoran School for the Arts and Design, George Washington University, Please use New York Avenue Door, 500 17th Street Northwest, Washington, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku?
  - **A:** Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku is organized by The Corcoran School of the Arts & Design at The George Washington University.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Research + Practice: Jomo Tariku sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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