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20-Year Timeline



1980s

Tutu Agyare and Odile Tevie Meet

Tutu Agyare, a London-based investment banker, starts collecting art while studying Mathematics at the University of  Ghana (where he meets Odile Tevie).

1997

Odile Tevie Meets Kofi Setordji

Odile Tevie, a London-based IT specialist, and Kofi Setordji, an Accra-based internationally renowned visual artist, meet in Wiz Kudowor's studio in Accra.

1998

Kofi Setordji Residency in Accra

Kofi Setordji founds ArtHaus, an artist residency programme and exhibition space in Accra.

2000

Black Swan Gallery Opens in London

Odile Tevie opens Black Swan, a gallery in London to promote and sell contemporary Ghanaian art.

2004

Decision to Start a Cultural Foundation

Tutu Agyare, Odile Tevie, and Kofi Setordji decide to start a cultural foundation in Accra.

2005

Odile Tevie Returns to Ghana

Odile Tevie moves back to Ghana to take the reins of the cultural foundation in Accra, with Kofi Setordji as the artistic director.

2006

Nubuke Foundation Officially Registered in Ghana

The Nubuke Foundation is officially registered in Ghana.

2006

Ghana: A Portrait

The book, Ghana: A Portrait, is published with photographs by Max Milligan and with Kofi Setordji,  Tutu Agyare, and Odile Tevie as the editors.

November 2006. Accra.

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2007

Independence-in-Dependence

The exhibition Independence-in-Dependence features artists Kofi Setordji, Nii T. Mills, Emmanuel Adiamah, Robert Aryeetey, Wiz Kudowor, Adwoa Amoah, Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Seth Clottey, Kwesi Owusu Ankomah, Glen Turner, Rikki Wemega-Kwawu, Sami Bentil,  and Larry Otoo, with curators Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.

12 – 26 April 2007. Artists Alliance Gallery.

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2008

Nubuke Foundation Space Opens

Odile Tevie, Tutu Agyare, and Kofi Setordji convert a residential house into a cultural center in East Legon, Accra. 

October 2008. Accra.

2009

Art Focus Issue #1

A 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana. Editors: Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji, and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.

January 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2009

Out of Your Mind

The exhibition, Out of Your Mind, presents artists Kofi Setordji, Wiz Kuduwor, Fatric Bewong, Dorothy Amenuke, Benedict Kojo Quaye, Patrick Tagoe-Turkson, Amenyo Dzikunu Bansah, Ursula Read, Rikki Wemega-Kwawu, and Bernard Akoi-Jackson, curated by Kofi Setordji and Odile Tevie, in collaboration with Ama de-Graft Aikins and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

15 – 21 February 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra. 

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2009

Portraits

The exhibition, Portraits, features artists Nicholas Wayo, Manaf Yussif Aedulai, Abdul Mumin Ahmed, Ephram Amu, Usif Amuda, Mohammed Amudu, Basir Ayuba, Bebeisah Agunda Dana, Hamamy Dodi, Kamatudeen Habib, Huseini Hashimi (musil), Aziz Idriss, Abubakari Jamal Kamal, Fuad Abdul-Karim, Bilal Kassim, Benjamin Asharley Kotey, Aminu Yusif Larry, Mohammed Kofi Mawunu, Alex Mensah, Ahmed Tijani Mohammed, Tawfik Musah, Farouk H. Na-Aata, Mensah Nartey, Salifu Omoro, Mohammed Tijani Osman, Mussah Swalah, Moses Tetteh, Mozzay, Swala Umar, Manaf Yussef, Zikiru Adams Yussifa, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

6 – 21 March 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2009

Ghana Through the Lens

The exhibition, Ghana Through the Lens, was organised by Esi Sutherland-Addy and Alf Bremer, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

21 April – 5 May 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2009

Nutata

The exhibition, Nutata, presents the works of the artist G. W. Kofi Dawson, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

23 May – 14 June 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2009

Adire Textile Printing

The Adire Textile Printing programme includes a film screening and workshop with artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson and Rejoice Adjaaso, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

16 – 30 June 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2009

Architectural Heritage of Accra

The exhibition, Architectural Heritage of Accra, features artists Kofi Setordji and Nat Nuno-Amarteifio, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

21 – 28 June 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2009

Art Focus Issue #2

The second issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2009

Rendez-Vous

The exhibition, Rendez-Vous, presents artists Sir Black, Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Larry Otoo, Kofi Setordji, Oko Mantey, Kofi Dawson, Wiz Kudowor, Robert Aryeetey, Samuel Olou, Chris Charway, Seth Clottey, Nii T. Mills, Gabriel Eklou, Massimo Wanssi, Agyemang Ossei, Ishmael Norman, F. Acolatse, Charlotte Conrad, Max Wagner, Kofi Agorsor, Betty Acquah, and Isaac Awuley Addico, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

18 July – 9 August 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2009

Asafo Flags: Proverbs, Songs and Flags

The exhibition, Asafo Flags: Proverbs, Songs and Flags, is drawn from the Nubuke Foundation Collection, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

23 August – 6 September 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2009

Kwame Nkrumah: Exhibition of His Life

The exhibition, Kwame Nkrumah: Exhibition of His Life, is curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

13 September – 31 October 2009. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2009

Regalia: Kente and Stools

The exhibition, Regalia: Kente and Stools, is advised by Kojo Asamoa and Henry Sumi, with curation by Odile Tevie.  

22 November 2009 – 17 January 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2010

Art Focus Issue #3

The third issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2010

Wiz: Recent Works

The exhibition, Wiz: Recent Works, presents artist Wisdom 'Wiz' Kudowor, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

24 March - 20 April 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2010

Ehalakasa

An series of programmes organized by Nubuke Foundation, on the legacy and vision of Kwame Nkrumah, presented across Accra, Cape Coast, Sekondi, Tamale, Kumasi, and Ho.

2010

Football in Ghana: History of a Culture

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black).  

9 - 23 May 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2010

My Space, Your Space

The exhibition, Football in Ghana: History of a Culture, is curated by Kofi Setordji, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

9 June - 11 July 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2010

Art Focus Issue #4

The fourth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2010. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2010

My Space, Your Space

The exhibition, My Space, Your Space, presents artists Kajsa Hallberg Adu, Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, Sir Black, Nyani Quarmyne, Eza, Asantewaa Agyare, Tofah Mawuli Kelly, and Vera Kotrschal, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

22 October 2010 - 28 February 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2010

19th Century Gold Coast: A Journey Through Time

The exhibition, 19th Century Gold Coast: A Journey Through Time, is curated by Odile Tevie.  

31 October - 30 January 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2010

Jubilee Oil Tour #1 (Part 1)

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #1 (Part 1), curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to the Centre for National Culture in Tamale, Catholic Social Center in Bolgatanga, and GNAT Hall in Wa.  

15 – 16 November 2010. Center for National Culture, Tamale.
19 – 20 November 2010. Catholic Social Center, Bolgatanga.
24 – 25 November 2010. GNAT Hall, Wa.

2011

Art Focus Issue #5

The fifth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Jubilee Oil Tour #1 (Part 2)

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #1 (Part 2), curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to the Centre for National Culture in Tamale, GNAT Hall in Wa, Center for National Culture in Sunyani, Center for National Culture in Kumasi, Center for National Culture in Cape Coast, Takoradi Polytechnic School, Center for National Culture, Koforidua, and Center for National Culture in Ho.  

7 – 10 May. Center for National Culture, Tamale.
13 – 16 May. GNAT Hall, Wa.
19 – 21 May. Center for National Culture, Sunyani.
24 – 26 May. Center for National Culture, Kumasi.
30 May – 1 June. Center for National Culture, Cape Coast.
3 – 11 June. Takoradi Polytechnic School, Takoradi.
15 – 18 June. Center for National Culture, Koforidua.
22 – 24 June. Center for National Culture, Ho.

2011

Art Talk with Larry Otoo

An art talk with artist Larry Otoo is organised by the Spanish Embassy in Ghana.  

17 June 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Art Talk with Nii T. Mills

An art talk with artist Nii T. Mills is moderated Dr. Acquah.  

21 August 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

All in a Glimpse

The exhibition, All in a Glimpse, is curated by Odile Tevie.  

17 June - 27 August 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2011

Art Focus Issue #6

The sixth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Theatre Workshop for Children and Teenagers

A theatre workshop for 25 children and teenagers is facilitated by Elisabeth Sutherland.  

15 July - 31 August 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Pret-À-Partager

The exhibition, Pret-À-Partager, is curated by Elke aus dem Moore and Sandrine Micossé Aikins, with artists Philip Metz, Zohra Opoku, Friedrich M. Ploch, Akinbode Akinbiyi, Ule Barcélos, Ndiada Diaw, Nafissatou Diop, Simone Gilges, Mamadou Gomis, Zille Homma Hamid, Astrid S. Klein, Goddy Leye, Lambert Mousseka, Athi-Patra Ruga, and Lolo Veleko.  

4 - 17 September 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2011

Africalls

The exhibition, Africalls, is organised by Casa Africa, with artists Lolo Veleko, Mamadou Gomis, Nastio Mosquito, Jorge Dias, and Myriam Mihindou, curated by Elvira Dyangani Osei.  

2 October - 12 November 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Tsiame Weavers

The exhibition, Tsiame Weavers, presents the work of craftsmen from Tsiame, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

26 November 2011 - 26 February 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2011

Art Talk with Sami Bentil

An art talk by artist Sami Bentil is held.  

27 November 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2011

Curatorial Practice Lecture

A curatorial practice lecture is delivered by Jelle Bouwhuis and Kerstin Winking, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

27 November 2011. The College of Art, KNUST, Kumasi.

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2012

Jubilee Oil Tour #2 (Part 1)

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #2, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to Methodist Technical Institute, Armed Forces Secondary Technical School in Kumasi, Takoradi Technical Institute in Ananta, Cape Coast Technical School, Suhum Secondary Technical School, Anloga Technical School in Keta, and Tema Secondary School.

30 November – 1 December. Ghana Secondary School, Tamale. 
3 – 6 December. Catholic Guest House, Bolgatanga. 
9 – 10 December. Technical Institute, Wa.

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2011

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black).  

18 December 2011. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Art Focus Issue #7

The seventh issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Jubilee Oil Tour #2 (Part 2)

The exhibition Jubilee Oil Tour #2 (Part 2), curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to Methodist Technical Institute in Berekum, Armed Forces Secondary Technical School in Kumasi, Takoradi Technical Institute in Ahanta, Cape Coast Technical School, Suhum Secondary Technical School, Anloga Technical School in Keta, and Tema Secondary School.  

16 – 17 January. Methodist Technical Institute, Berekum.
19 – 20 January. Armed Forces Secondary Technical School, Kumasi.
24 – 25 January. Takoradi Technical Institute, Ahanta.
27 – 28 January. Cape Coast Technical School, Cape Coast.
31 January – 1 February. Suhum Secondary Technical School, Suhum.
3 – 4 February. Anloga Technical School, Keta.
6 – 9 February. Tema Secondary School, Tema.

2012

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

5 February 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Project 631957632012

The exhibition, Project 631957632012, presents artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson, D. K. Osseo Asare, Attukwei Clottey, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ato Annan, curated Odile Tevie.  

4 - 11 March 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2012

La Bawaleshie Junior School Workshops

Painting, ceramic, pottery and picture-making workshops for children from La Bawaleshie Junior School are facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

14 April 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
12 May 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
19 June 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
18 July 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
1 August 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
27 October 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Kofi Setordji: An Exhibition of His Work

The exhibition, Kofi Setordji: An Exhibition of His Work, presents artist Kofi Setordji, curated by himself.

21 April - 1 July 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2012

Art Focus Issue #8

The eighth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Children's Workshop

A workshop for 25 children and teenagers, facilitated by Elisabeth Sutherland.  

15 July - 31 August 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Sliced from History

The exhibition, Sliced from History, presents the collection of Mrs. Florence Benson, curated by Kofi Setordji and Odile Tevie.  

15 September – 10 November 2012. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2012

Time, Trade, and Travel

The exhibition, Time, Trade, and Travel, presents artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Dorothy Amenuke, Serge Attukwei Clottey, Iris Kensmil, Aukje Koks, Navid Nuur, Kąrî’kạchä Seid’ou, Katarina Zdjelar, Jeremiah Quarshie, and Zachary Formwalt, curated by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji, Jelle Bouwhuis and Kerstin Winking.  

25 August - 21 October. Stedelijk Museum Bureau Amsterdam, Holland.

2012

Jubilee Oil Tour #3 (Part 1)

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #3, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to Asankragua Senior High School, Axim Nsein Senior High School, Fijai Senior High School in Takoradi, Cape Coast Technical School, Swedru Senior High School, and Winneba Senior High School.  

22 – 24 October. Asankragua Senior High School, Asankragua.
26 – 29 October. Axim Nsein Senior High School, Axim.
31 October – 2 November. Fijai Senior High School, Takoradi.
5 – 7 November. Cape Coast Technical School, Cape Coast.
9 – 12 November. Swedru Senior High School, Swedru.
15 – 17 November. Winneba Senior High School, Winneba.

2012

Time, Trade, and Travel

The exhibition, Time, Trade, and Travel, presents artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Dorothy Amenuke, Serge Attukwei Clottey, Iris Kensmil, Aukje Koks, Navid Nuur, Kąrî’kạchä Seid’ou, Katarina Zdjelar, Jeremiah Quarshie, and Zachary Formwalt, curated by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji, Jelle Bouwhuis and Kerstin Winking.  

24 November 2012 - 10 February 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2012

Art Lecture with Kofi Setordji

An art lecture by artist Kofi Setordji is held at the College of Art, KNUST, Kumasi.  

27 November 2012. College of Art, KNUST, Kumasi.

2013

Art Focus Issue #9

The ninth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Jubilee Oil Tour #3 (Part 2)

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #3 (Part), curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to WAEC Hall Ho, Keta Senior High School, Dabala Secondary Technical School, Ningo Senior High School, Tema Technical Institute, and Ghanatta Senior High School in Dodowa.  

4 – 6 February. WAEC Hall, Ho
8 – 11 February. Keta Senior High School, Keta.
12 February. Dabala Secondary Technical School, Sogakope.
18 – 20 February. Ningo Senior High School, Ningo.
21 – 23 February. Tema Technical Institute, Tema.
25 – 27 February. Ghanatta Senior High School, Dodowa.

2013

Across the Board

The symposium, Across the Board, brings together participants Aida Muluneh, Gabi Ngcobo, Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Ato Annan, Rikki Wemega-Kwawu, Joe Osae-Addo, Kofi Setordji, Jimmy Ogonga, Nana Ofori Atta Ayim, Adwoa Amoah, Odile Tevie, Carleene Dei, Seth Dei, Senam Okudzato, Mantse Aryekwei, Agyemang Osei, Freud Amekudi, Kweku Castro Kissiedu, Godfried Donkor, Marion Louis Grand, Freeman Aguri, Kader Attia, Haruna Attah, Emeka Ogboh, and Nat Nunno curated by Elvira Dyangani Ose, Loren Hansi Momodu, and the Tate Modern.  

21 – 23 February 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

We Are Africa

The exhibition, We Are Africa, presents artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Adwoa Amoah, Ato Annan, Serge Clottey, Kelvin Haizel, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, Mawuli Tofah, and Yibor Kojo Yibor, curated by Odile Tevie.  

1 – 31 March 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2013

La Bawaleshie Junior School Workshops

Painting, ceramic, pottery and picture-making workshops for children from La Bawaleshie Junior School are facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

6 March 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
7 April 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
8 June 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
6 July 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.
30 November 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Beyond Boundaries

The exhibition, Beyond Boundaries, presents artists Tayo Olayode, Aimufia Osagie, Adekusibe Odunfaa, Bimbo Adenugba, Okpu Norbert, Olumide Onadipe, Damola Adepoju, Umeh Bede, Kehinde Oso, curated by Ato Arinze (Society of Nigerian Artists).  

20 April - 4 May 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2013

The Archive: Static, Embodied, and Practiced

The art talk, The Archive: Static, Embodied, and Practiced, features young artists and curators from the Asiko program in Ghana, moderated by Bisi Silva.

2013

Secrets Under the Skin

The exhibition, Secrets Under the Skin, presents Jill Flanders Crosby, Susan Matthews, Brian Jeffery, Marianne Kim, Brandon McElroy, Melba Núñez Isalbe, and Roberto Pedroso García, curated by University of Alaska Anchorage.  

6 - 7 July 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2013

Art Talk with Nyani Quarmyne and Nana Kofi Acquah

An art talk with Nyani Quarmyne and Nana Kofi Acquah, moderated by Nii Obodai.  

27 June 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Art Focus Issue #10

The tenth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Theatre Workshop

A theatre workshop for 25 children from the La Bawaleshie Junior School, facilitated by Elisabeth Sutherland.  

15 July – 31 August 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Rebirth

The exhibition, Rebirth, presents artists Nii T. Mills, Kofi Nduro, Seth Clottey, Wiz Kudowor, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

20 July – 30 August 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Inside Out

The exhibition, Inside Out, presents artist Tei Huagie, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

12 October – 30 August 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2013

Arts Collaboratory

In October 2013, Nubuke Foundation officially joins the Arts Collaboratory Network of independent art spaces in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.  

Odile Tevie attends the following Arts Collaboratory meetings:

Japata – May 2014
Dakar – June 2015
Bischkerk – June 2016
Costa Rica – June 2017

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2013

Mfantsipim

A photography exhibition by the 1983 Year Group of Mfantsipim Senior High School, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

9 November 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

24 November 2013. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2013

Clay: Past and Present Aesthetics

The exhibition, Clay: Past and Present Aesthetics, presents artists Gideon Appah, Kofi Setordji, Franklin Gavua, Ato Arinze, Mr. Lovi, K. K. Broni, Kwame Amoah, Max Wagner, Kati Torda, the Mr. and Mrs. Asare collection, the ArtHAUS collection, and the Nubuke Foundation collection, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

7 December – 28 February 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Art Focus Issue #11

The eleventh issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2014

Jubilee Oil Tour #4

The exhibition, Jubilee Oil Tour #4, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji, travels to St. John's Vocational and Technical Institute in Laura, Bawku Technical Institute, St. Joseph's Technical Institute in Saboba, Nkoranza Technical Institute, Catholic Technical Institute in Kumasi, Takoradi Technical Institute, Asuansi Technical Institute, St. Paul's Technical Institute in Kukurantumi, Kpando Technical Institute, and Accra Technical Training Institute.  

24 – 25 February. St. John's Vocational and Technical Institute, Laura.
1 – 2 March. Bawku Technical Institute, Bawku.
4 – 5 March. St. Joseph's Technical Institute, Saboba.
7 – 8 March. Nkoranza Technical Institute, Nkoranza.
11 – 12 March. Catholic Technical Institute, Kumasi.
15 – 15 March. Takoradi Technical Institute, Takoradi.
19 – 20 March. Asuansi Technical Institute, Asuansi.
22 – 24 March. St. Paul's Technical Institute, Kukurantumi.
26 – 27 March. Kpando Technical Institute, Kpando.
31 March – 1 April. Accra Technical Training Institute, Accra.

2014

Du Bois in Our Time (Seminar)

The seminar, Du Bois in Our Time, features the participants Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Adwoa Amoah, Yaganoma Baatuolkuu, Serge Clottey, Kelvin Haizel, Kwasi Ohene Aryeh, Ato Annan, Mary Evans, and Mawuli Tofah, and the lecturers Prof. Esi Sutherland-Addy, and Prof. Biodun Jeyifo.  

5 March 2014. W. E. B. Du Bois Center of Pan African Culture, Accra.

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2014

Du Bois in Our Time (Exhibition)

The exhibition, Du Bois in Our Time, presents the artists Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Adwoa Amoah, Yaganoma Baatuolkuu, Serge Clottey, Kelvin Haizel, Kwasi Ohene Aryeh, Ato Annan, Mary Evans, and Mawuli Tofah, curated by Odile Tevie and Tayo Ogunbiyi.  

5 March – 13 April 2014. W. E. B. Du Bois Center of Pan African Culture, Accra.
14 April – 31 May 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Art Dubai

Art Fair in Dubai where Nubuke Foundation presented the works of Prof. Ablade Glover.  

19 – 22 March 2014. Dubai, UAE.        

2014

YGA: Lincoln Community School

The exhibition by artists and final-year students from Lincoln Community School is curated by Odile Tevie at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

10 April – 31 May 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.        Learn more

2014

Art Talk with Serge Clottey and Nana Gyan

An art talk with artists Serge Clottey and Nana Gyan is held at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

8 May 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2014

YGA: College of Art, KNUST

The exhibition by final-year arts students from KNUST includes Francis Anim Sakyi, Duku William Ekow, Va-Bene Elikem Kofi Fiatsi, Christian Gyimah, Emanuel Benjamin Kwarteng, Yaw Brobbey Kyei, Emmanuel Tetteh Noi, Mavis Tetteh-Ocloo, Yaa Adu Sarpong, Eugene Agbeko Kofi, Edzorho, Kwame Asante Agyare, Gideon Asmah, Teddy Atsu Mawuli Kugbe, Emmanuel Ninson, Anastasia Acheampong, and Leo Thubin, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

14 June - 12 July 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Art Focus Issue #12

The twelfth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2014

Theatre Workshop

A theatre workshop for children from La Bawaleshie Junior School is facilitated by Elisabeth Sutherland at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

15 July - 31 August 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2014

Vernal Exposition

The exhibition Vernal Exposition presents artists Baboa Tachie-Menson, Owura Opoku, Nyahan Tachie-Menson, Kofi Buckman, and Elom Tetteh Tamakloe, from Tema International School. Curated by Kofi Setordji.  

17 - 23 July 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Asafo Flags

The exhibition, Asafo Flags, draws from the Nubuke Foundation Collection and is curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

18 August – 19 October 2014. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

YGA: Na Chainkua Reindorf and Rochelle Martin

This YGA exhibition presents the artists Na Chainkua Reindorf and Rochelle Martin, curated by Odile Tevie.  

13 December 2014 – 31 January 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Exhibition of New Works

The exhibition, Exhibition of New Works, presents Emmanuel Adiamah, Oko Martey, Kofi Dawson, Soma Sen, and Rochelle Martin, curated by Odile Tevie.  

15 December 2014 – 31 January 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2014

Art Focus Issue #13

The thirteenth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

January 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Compositions

The exhibition, Compositions, presents Caleb Hampton, Nii Obodai, Seton Nicholas, Adoma Afful-Kwaw, and Abdul Karim Abu, curated by Nii Obodai.  

7 – 28 February 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Voyage of [Re]Discovery

The exhibition, Voyage of [Re]Discovery, presents artists Kelvin Haizel, Bernard Akoi-Jackson, Dzyadzorm, Kitso Lelliott, Moses Serubiri, Basil Kincaid, Robert Obeng Nkrumah, Chief Moomen, Adjo Apodey Kisser, curated by Odile Tevie and Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh.  

5 March – 26 April 2015. Nubuke Foundation and Ussher Fort, Accra.

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2015

Art Talk: Black Stars of Ghana

The art talk, Black Stars of Ghana, includes participants Prof. Ablade Glover, Wiz Kudowor, Kofi Setordji, Marigold Akufo-Addo, Larry Otoo, Gabriel Eklou, Kobina Nyarko, Kwadwo Ani, and moderator Safia Dickersbach. 

13 March 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Storytelling and Theatre Workshop

A storytelling and theatre performance workshop with children from La Bawaleshie Junior School is facilitated by Elisabeth Sutherland.  

14 March 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Barclays L'Atelier Art Prize

The exhibition, Barclays L'Atelier Art Prize, presents Kweku Ampadu Appah, Isaac Awuley Addico, Ato Ribeiro, Adjo Kisser, Kelvin Haizel, Deryk Owusu Bempah, Frederick Bamfo, Atwereboanda Agyemang Asamoah, Cecil Nii Ankahmah Brown, Kwame Asante Agyare, Eunice Maku Azu, organized by ABSA-Barclays Bank, South Africa. 

20 - 27 March 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Accra Francophone Film Festival

The Accra Francophone Film Festival presents films from French-speaking countries, organised by Stephanie Soleansky and Institut Français Accra.

21 – 27 March 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

29 March 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

26 April 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Film Screening: In the Year of Our Quiet Sun

The film screening, In the Year of Our Quiet Sun, is presented by The Otolith Group.  

30 April 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Ani Onaa Lo!

The exhibition, Ani Onaa Lo!, presents Odile Tevie and students from Accra Metro Schools, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

27 May – 30 August 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Drama and Theatre Workshop

A drama and theatre workshop is held for children from La Bawaleshie Junior School with facilitators Elisabeth Sutherland and the Dance Africa Foundation.  

30 May 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

31 May 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Weaving and Dyeing Workshop

A weaving and dyeing workshop is held for children from the Wa School of the Deaf, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

25 June - 8 July 2015. Wa, Upper West Region.

2015

Weaving and Dyeing Workshop

A weaving and dyeing workshop is held for children from the Wa School of the Blind, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

25 June - 8 July 2015. Wa, Upper West Region.

2015

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

28 June 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Art Focus Issue #14

The fourteenth issue of Art Focus, a 16-page, black-and-white journal on contemporary art and heritage in Ghana, is edited by Odile Tevie, Kofi Setordji and Bernard Akoi-Jackson.  

July 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

89+ Seminar

The 89+ seminar includes participants Elisabeth Sutherland, Larry Amponsah, Neal Davids, Lattifah Iddriss Worlasi Langasi, Yaw Brobbey Kyei, Gideon Asmah, Gideon Appah, Adjo Kisser Deryk Owusu Bempah, Teresa Mesa, Isaac Opoku, Papa Oppong Bediako, Kwame Asante Agyare, Chessed Mensah, Alvin Ashiatey, Abigail Sackietey, Mouayard Toutoungi, Caleb Hampton, Owusu Yaw, Na Chainkua Reindorf, Opoku Emmanuel Manu, and curators Hans Ulrich Obrist and Simon Castets, facilitated by Missla Libsekal.  

1 August 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

Intrinsic

The exhibition, Intrinsic, presents artist Patrick Tagoe-Turkson, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

28 August - 3 October 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Ehalakasa

The spoken word performance programme, Ehalakasa, is organised by Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), featuring the artists Sir Black, Chief Moomen, Dominic Wolali, Yibor Kojo Yibor, and Ohene-Ayeh.  

30 August 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

U Can't Hide

The exhibition ‘U Can't Hide’ presents artist Kweku Opoku, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

12 September - 3 October 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Mexican Film Festival

The Mexican Film Festival is organised by the Mexican Embassy in Ghana at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

12 September - 3 October 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2015

The Banality of Good

The exhibition ‘The Banality of Good’ presents Nat Nuno Amarteifio, D. K. Osseo-Asare, and Prof. Afram, curated by Michelle Provost and the International New Town Institute.  

8 - 31 October 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Dyeing and Fabric Design Workshop

A dyeing and fabric design workshop is held for a community of weavers in Wa, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

19 - 23 October 2015. Wa, Upper West Region.

2015

Negative to Positive

The exhibition, Negative to Positive, presents artists Kati Torda and Gill Quarcoopome at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

28 November - 5 December 2015. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2015

Afronuvo

The YGA exhibition, Afronuvo, presents Isaac Opoku’s work, with fashion interpretations by Baboa Tachie-Menson, curated by Kofi Setordji. 

28 November 2015 - 22 January 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2016

Yiwarra Kuju

The workshop and exhibition Yiwarra Kuju presents the work of children from La Bawaleshie Junior School, artist Isaac Opoku and Kofi Setordji, commissioned by The Australian High Commission, Ghana.  

27 Januray - 16 February 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2016

Expressions

The exhibition Expressions presents Ed Franklin Gavua, Soma Sen, and Kweku Agyeman, curated by Ed Franklin Gavua.  

21 February – 6 March. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2016

Dyeing Workshop

A weaving and dyeing workshop is held for children from the Wa School of the Deaf, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

16 - 26 February 2016. Wa, Upper West Region.

2016

Dyeing and Fabric Design Workshop

A dyeing and fabric design workshop is held for a community of weavers in Wa, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

16 - 26 February 2016. Wa, Upper West Region.

2016

Caught in the Web

The exhibition, Caught in the Web, presents artist Faric Bewong, curated by Kofi Setordji.  

5 March - 25 May 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2016

Barclays L'Atelier Art Prize

The Barclays L'Atelier Art Prize exhibition presents Isshaq Ismail, Frederick Bamfo, Joseph Adibleku, Kofi Awuyah, Isaac Nana Akwasi Opoku, and Isaac Awuley Addico, organised by ABSA-Barclays Bank South Africa.  

9 March 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Art Dubai

Nubuke Foundation presents artists George Afedzi Hughes and Daniel Kojo Schrade at the Art Dubai Art Fair.  

16 – 19 March 2016. Dubai, UAE.

2016

Young Photographers' Workshop

A workshop for young photographers is facilitated by Nii Obodai.  

6 April – 11 May 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Study Days for the São Paulo Biennial

The symposium ‘Study Days for the São Paulo Biennial’ presents participants Mavis Tetteh Ocloo, Serge Clottey, Kwasi Ohene-Ayeh, and researchers from Brazil, curated by Gabi Ngcobo.  

9 April 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Nubuke Foundation Collection

The exhibition, Nubuke Foundation Collection, presents the work of artists Kofi Setordji, Na Chainkua Reindorf, Serge Clottey, Fatric Bewong, Pr. Ablade Glover, Wiz Kudowor, Francis Anim Sakyi, Marigold Akufo-Addo, Yaw Brobbey Kyei, Adjo Apodey Kisser, Gideon Appah, Mary Evans, Robert Aryeetey, Kofi Dawson, Ato Delaquis, Kati Torda, and Victor Butler, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

11 June – 30 October 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2016

Dyeing Workshop

A weaving and dyeing workshop is held for children from the Wa School of the Deaf, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

21 July - 6 August 2016. Wa, Upper West Region.

2016

Nkabom Literary Festival

The Nkabom Literary Festival holds a workshop with children from La Bawaleshie Junior School, facilitated by Kwame Write at Nubuke Foundation, Accra.  

13 August 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

An African Walks Into a Voting Booth

The drama performance, An African Walks Into a Voting Booth, is presented by Accra Theatre Workshop, led by Elisabeth Sutherland.  

23 September 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Mexican Film Festival

The Mexican Film Festival, organised by the Mexican Embassy in Ghana, is held at Nubuke Foundation.  

28 September – 1 October 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Crazy Christmas Workshop

The Crazy Christmas workshop about the work of El Anatsui is held with participants from La Bawaleshie Junior School, facilitated by Kofi Setordji.  

August – September 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Art Talk with El Anatsui

An art talk with artist El Anatsui is moderated by N’Goné Fall.  

22 October. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2016

Radford Board of Fashion

The seminar, Radford Board of Fashion, includes fashion students from the Radford University, curated by Nana Osei and Yvonne Ntiamoah.  

15 December 2016. Nubuke Foundation, Accra

2016

YGA: Eric Gyamfi (See Me See You)

The YGA exhibition, See Me See You, presents artist Eric Gyamfi, curated by Odile Tevie and Kofi Setordji.  

26 November – 28 February 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2017

The Architects' Project

The exhibition, The Architects' Project, presents Richard Nana Eshun, Joshua Cleopas, Daniel Ampofo, Onasis Gaisie, Philip Aboah, and Jonathan Kwegyir Aggrey, curated by Juliet Sakyi-Ansah.

 6 – 12 January 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Todah Live

The jazz gospel music event Todah Live is presented by Todah Live Band and organised by Felix Amuzu.

27 January 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Blanks Creations Music Concert

Blanks Creations music concert with Wanlov the Kubolor, organised by Omon Blanks.

28 January 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

African Culture and Wellness

The African Culture and Wellness seminar on diaspora cultural reintegration into the Ghanaian space is facilitated by Dr. Sherita.

10 February 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

The Trial

The theatre performance, The Trial, presents Dr. So, General Nta Tea, Benedict Kojo Quaye (Sir Black), Felix Banholzer, Mauris Beche, and Lars Evers, curated by Simon Eifeler aka Kwaku Quansah.

13 - 19 February 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Todah Live

The jazz gospel music event Todah Live is presented by Todah Live Band and organised by Felix Amuzu.

24 February 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Blanks Creations Music Concert

Blanks Creations music concert with Akan, organised by Omon Blanks.

25 February 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Africa by Design

The design exhibition, Africa by Design, presents Adisdkidan Ambaye, Aissata Namoko, AMWA designs, Balancing Act, Bob Grandy, Clay Pots, Cour Royale, Damola Rufai, GTP, Inoussa Dao, Isaac Opoku, Jomo Furniture, Kofar Mata Dye Pit, Le NDOMO, Michael Tetteh, Na Chainkua Reindorf, Nii Noi Kpando Pots, Nulangee, Samuel Otteng, Studio Badge, TEKURA, and Yemi Awosile, curated by Chrissa Amuah.

6 March – 9 March 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2017

Voices and Chronicles: Aborigines' Rights and Protection Society

The exhibition, Voices and Chronicles: Aborigines' Rights and Protection Society, is curated by Odile Tevie.

25 March – 11 June 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.       

2017

Poetry Workshop

A poetry workshop is organised for young poets, curated by Poetra Asantewa.

31 March 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Todah Live

The jazz gospel music event Todah Live is presented by Todah Live Band and organised by Felix Amuzu.

31 March 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Blanks Creations Music Concert

Blanks Creations music concert with Villy and the Extreme Volumes, organised by Omon Blanks.

25 April 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Twists, Turns, and Broken Doors

The exhibition, Twists, Turns and Broken Doors, presents artist Dorothy Akpene Amenuke, curated by Odile Tevie.

17 June – 20 September 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2017

Vittles Food Festival

The Vittles Food Festival is organised by Leroy Ankrah.

28 July – 30 July 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Dispersed

The exhibition, Dispersed, presents artists Adelaide Damoah, Arlene Wandera, Enam Gbewonyo, Latifah Iddriss, Samira Saidi, and Dorothy Amenuke.

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2017

Art Talk with Odile Tevie

An art talk includes participants Arlene Wandera, Dorothy Amenuke, Gyamkroma Akufo-Addo, Odile Tevie, and moderator Adelaide Damoah.

17 August 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

AFA Nubuke Wa Project Lab

The AFA Nubuke Wa Project Lab is held with the University of Applied Arts of Vienna, Austria, with students, Arian Lehner, Benjamin Peter Goern, Stefanie Elizabeth Rizaj, and Mary Fay Denamn, with faculty member Barbel Müller.

15 - 30 September 2017. Wa, Upper West Region.        

2017

An African Walks Into an Echo Chamber

The drama performance, An African Walks Into an Echo Chamber, is presented by Elisabeth Sutherland and the Accra Theatre Workshop.

14 September 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

Ghana Must Go (GMG): Critical Mass

The seminar, Ghana Must Go (GMG): Critical Mass, is presented by Bianca Manu.

3 October - 24 November 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

ART X LAGOS

Nubuke Foundation presents artist Patrick Tagoe-Turkson at the ART X LAGOS art fair.

3 - 5 November 2017. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

2017

YGA: Gideon Appah (In Pokua's Place)

The YGA exhibition, In Pokua's Place, presents artist Gideon Appah, curated by Bianca Ama Manu.

9 December 2017 – 2 March 2018. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2018

African Lens Volume 4: Celebration of African Female Photographers

The exhibition, Volume 4 of African Lens, presents six African female photographers, Heather Agyepong, Hilina Abebe, Lyra Aoko, Jessica Sarkodie, Adama Jalloh, and Amaal Said, curated by Bianca Ama Manu.

7 – 29 April 2018. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2018

James Barnor: A Retrospective

The exhibition, James Barnor: A Retrospective, presents the work of acclaimed Ghanaian photographer James Barnor, curated by Bianca Ama Manu, and officially opens Nubuke Extended, Nubuke Foundation's new gallery space.

23 November 2019 – 10 May 2020. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2020

This Exhibition Is Untitled

The group exhibition presents works by Musah Yussif, Rufai Zakari, Winfred Nana Amoah, Bernice Ameyaw and Rosemary Esinam Damalie.

3 July 2020 – 2 October 2020. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2020

Stations of Protest

The group exhibition presents Joseph Abbey-Mensah, Arinzechukwu Patrick, Nana Danso, Bright Ackwerh, Hamzah Moshood, Latifah Iddriss, Keren Lasme, Nana Yaw Oduro, Samira Saidi, Yasmine Iddriss and Kwasi Darko.

27 December 2020 – 15 February 2021. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2021

Woori Festival 2021

The maiden Woori Festival celebrated the weaving traditions of Wa through weaving displays, new patterns and contemporary textile and fibre works by Michael Jackson Blebo, Na Chainkua Reindorf, Esther Ofosu, Edward Lamptey and Winifred Nana Amoah.

26 – 28 February 2021. Nubuke Foundation Centre for Textiles and Clay, Loho, near Wa.

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2021

Suɔmɔ Hi Fe Shika

Drawn from Dr Joseph Oduro-Frimpong’s collection, the exhibition presents hand-painted film posters and signages by Alpha and Omega, Awal Shetty, Billy, C.A. Wisely, D.A. Jasper, Faith Art, Leonardo Arts and O.A. Heavy-J.

6 March 2021 – 17 April 2021. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2021

Look At We

The Young Ghanaian Artist exhibition presents works by Lois Arde-Acquah and Theresah Ankomah.

15 May 2021 – 21 August 2021. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2021

Knowing

The solo exhibition presents works by Nigerian artist Odun Orimolade.

9 October 2021 – 5 December 2021. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2021

Seduced By The Charms of A Mistake

The solo exhibition presents works by Ghanaian artist Al Hassan Issah.

16 December 2021 – 12 March 2022. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2022

Woori Festival 2022

The second edition explored encounter and co-production in a pandemic-shaped world, presenting works by Tei Huagie, Ransford Anane, Billie McTernan, Alice Raymond, Edward Lamptey, Edinam Boni-Mississo, Halimatu Iddrisu, Seyram Agbleze and Gideon Hanyame.

4 – 6 March 2022. Nubuke Foundation Centre for Textiles and Clay, Loho, near Wa.

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2022

Make We Dance

The solo exhibition presents mixed-media works by Cecilia Lamptey-Botchway, exploring dance, movement and expression.

11 June 2022 – 31 August 2022. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2022

La Féminité du M.A.L.E.

The group exhibition presents four Togolese artists: Yao Metsoko, Tete Azankpo, Laka and Emmanuel Sogbadji.

17 September 2022 – 29 October 2022. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2022

Up To No Good

The solo exhibition presents works by Na Chainkua Reindorf from her ongoing mythmaking project, Mawu Nyonu.

19 November 2022 – 18 February 2023. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2023

Woori Festival 2023

The third edition celebrated weaving as the wealth and worth of the Upper West through workshops, performances and an exhibition featuring Alice Raymond, Fatric Bewong, Frederick Bamfo, Isaac Gyamfi and Nii Nortey Dowouna.

3 – 5 March 2023. Nubuke Foundation Centre for Textiles and Clay, Loho, near Wa.

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2023

Music To My Eyes

The solo exhibition presents experimental analogue photography by Simon Bowman Jnr.

17 June 2023 – 26 August 2023. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2023

Untying

The group exhibition presents works by Ken Gwira, Oluwadara Beckè and Nerissa Brobbey.

12 August 2023 – 30 September 2023. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2023

EIDOS

The solo exhibition presents drawings and abstract works by Afi Kodjobi.

30 September 2023 – 28 October 2023. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2023

Shrouded Mysteries

The solo exhibition presents photography, fabric, painting, poetry and audio works by Halimatu Iddrisu.

11 November 2023 – 16 March 2024. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2024

Woori Festival 2024

Held under the theme “Weaving a Sustainable Future for the Next Generation,” the fourth edition brought together weaving demonstrations, workshops, performances and an exhibition featuring contemporary artists including AFROSCOPE and Patrick Tagoe-Turkson.

1 – 3 March 2024. Nubuke Foundation Centre for Textiles and Clay, Loho, near Wa.

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2024

AFTER LIFE

The group exhibition presents Esther Ofosu, Alice Raymond, Fatric Bewong, Gideon Hanyame, Frederick Bamfo, Katesi Jacqueline Kalange and the Daboya community.

22 June 2024 – 11 September 2024. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2024

Children of the Universe

The solo exhibition presents works by Ghanaian artist Efo Sela, reflecting on humanity’s cosmic connections and the environmental crisis.

28 November 2024 – 29 March 2025. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2025

Woori Festival 2025

The fifth edition explored collaboration as a means of harnessing weaving for socio-economic development, with textile and fibre contributions by Jemima Fordjour, Blanche Boni-Mississo, Emmanuel Aggrey Tieku, Simon Bowman Jnr, King David Osabutey, Fran, Dzidefo Amegatsey and Enoch Laryea Nii-Adjei.

Festival programme: 6 – 9 March 2025; exhibition through 30 June 2025. Nubuke Foundation Centre for Textiles and Clay, Loho, near Wa.

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2025

Harmonia Fashion Photography

The exhibition presents fashion photography by Australian photographer Robert Owen-Jones.

23 May 2025 – 25 May 2025. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2025

Entry of a Dream

The solo exhibition presents photographic works by Ghanaian-Austrian artist Eric Asamoah.

31 May 2025 – 30 August 2025. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2025

Event Horizons

The solo exhibition presents works by multidisciplinary artist Senam Okudzeto.

13 September 2025 – 11 October 2025. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2025

Ending The Beginning...

The exhibition brings together sculptural coffin works by Eric Kpakpo and photographs by Regula Tschumi.

11 December 2025 – 28 February 2026. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2026

Dreaming Is a Map

The solo exhibition presents fibre, fabric and installation works by Dorothy Akpene Amenuke.

14 March 2026 – 30 May 2026. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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2026

Weight of the Ordinary

The group exhibition presents Blanche Boni-Mississo, Josiah Tsibu Manu, King David Osabutey, Priscilla Agbeti and Sena Burgundy Appau.

20 June 2026 – 29 August 2026. Nubuke Foundation, Accra.

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❷ Completed in 2019, Nubuke Foundation’s new gallery building marked an important milestone in the institution’s growth. Designed to expand exhibition possibilities and welcome wider audiences, the space reflects Nubuke’s continued commitment to contemporary art in Ghana.

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Woori means “to weave” in Waali. Since 2021, the festival has brought weavers, artists and communities together in Loho, near Wa, to share knowledge and celebrate a living tradition. Discover how weaving connects generations, creative practices and everyday life.

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Participants at Woori Festival’s Seminar with Weavers, 2024