In Savannah, Georgia, a captivating new art exhibition by local folk artist Panhandle Slim is set to debut on Friday, November 7, at Savannah State University. This event promises to be a celebration of Southern culture, expressed through Slim’s vivid and engaging painted portraits.

Entitled “The Struggle of Folk Through Art: Panhandle Slim at Savannah State University,” the exhibition highlights the unique humor, voices, and enduring spirit of the Southern community. The collection is both a visual feast and a cultural commentary, offering insight into the region’s rich artistic traditions.

The exhibition is curated by Dr. Deborah Johnson-Simon, a museum anthropologist and the driving force behind Savannah’s African Diaspora Museology Institute. Her work brings a thoughtful connection between Panhandle Slim’s art and the historical significance of the Kiah House Museum. The exhibit underscores the role of art as a tool for civic engagement and as a repository of collective memory, reflecting on the efforts to preserve the legacy of Virginia and Calvin Kiah.

Visitors can experience this evocative display at the Asa H. Gordon Library Art Gallery, located on the Savannah State University campus. The exhibition will remain open to the public until March 31, 2026, offering ample opportunity to explore the intersection of art, history, and community.