Portraits of a People: Portraiture in Contemporary Congolese Art

This exhibition, Portraits of a People: Portraiture in Contemporary Congolese Art, presents a curated selection of portraits by leading contemporary artists from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The show highlights a diversity of styles, techniques, and subject matter, with all works reflecting universal themes of humanity. It is presented by Gallery Article 15, a Georgetown gallery founded in 2022 that specializes in contemporary Congolese art and is named after the DRC idiom “Article quinze…débrouillez-vous,” meaning “you’re on your own, do what you need to do.” The exhibition runs from May 21 through June 30, 2026.

When: Saturday, June 6, 2026 (part of a broader exhibition May 21 – June 30, 2026).
Venue: Gallery Article 15, 1624 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC.
Price: Free.
Ages: Not specified; typical gallery hours and policies apply.
Note: The raw page text provides no detailed description of the specific works, artists featured in this exhibition, showtimes, run time, or other logistics beyond the name and dates. The extensive list of artists displayed on the gallery’s website (including B Royal, Enyejo Bakaka, Claude Bosana, and many others) appears to be the gallery’s general roster rather than the exhibition lineup. For further details, contact the gallery directly.