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African Masks and Sculpture

Christine O'Brien, Neighbor

This display and lecture by the Morris Museum features beautifully carved masks that served as spiritual objects. They were considered to be magically powerful. Discover the importance and religious aspects of African masks such as Baluba, Kifwebe and Senufo masks, representing the body and spirit. Please register at www.jeffersonlibrary.net. Free and open to the public.  

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