Migration, Art and Place

What is the role of place for migrants and their communities?

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How can art and other forms of cultural expression impact migrants' self-understanding and the local community?

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What differences and commonalities in migrants' experience exist in the US and Western Europe?

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What forces shape migrant experiences, migrants' identiities, and notions of "home" and "place"?

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What empowers migrants and migrant communities and waht obstacles do they experience? 

This lab investigates migration to the United States and Western Europe, focusing on cultural expression, community building, and the challenges surrounding migration today. We will examine the major forces that drive human movement and shape how communities respond. Through discussion, fieldwork, and creative inquiry, we will engage Phoenix as one case study of migration among others. Grounded in open-minded dialogue, the lab encourages students to think critically and act compassionately.

Collaborators & Consultants

• Collaborators TBA

Migration, Art and Place in the News

At the Humanities Lab, we strive to ensure our Labs are relevant and current. Here are some recent articles about migration, art and place in recent news.

La Plaza de Cultura y Artes Transforms its Walls into a Public Art Installation Spotlighting the Forced Removal or Undocumented Algelenos

Rotterdam Unveils a Museum about Migration while Anti-foreigner Sentiment Rises in Europe

'A Vehicle for Love': the Public Art Project Highlighting Immigrants' Contributions to US Cities