Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures

Book Launch
Written By alisha b. wormsley

I’m very excited to announce my contribution to this book on … - Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures explores the evolving and exhilarating concept of Afrofuturism, a lens used to imagine a more empowering future for the Black community through music, art, and speculative fiction. Sumptuous, beautifully designed spreads feature 100 gorgeous illustrations of objects and images that reflect Black identity, agency, creativity, and hope, including: T'Challa's suit from Black Panther, Octavia Butler's typewriter, Uhura's outfit from Star Trek, Sun Ra's space harp, costumes from Broadway's The Wiz, handwritten lyrics by Jimi Hendrix, and Janelle Monae's ArchAndroid dress.

This gorgeously illustrated work is a timely companion book to the upcoming Smithsonian exhibition exploring the power of Afrofuturism to reclaim the past and reimagine Black futures.

alisha b. wormsley
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