Calvin Alexander Ramsey’s exhibition, Quest for Freedom, impressive photographs that pique curiosity in his passionate interest in historical sites pertinent to the lives of two formidable advocates for justice and freedom for all humanity…a funding philanthropist and an anti-slavery crusader. The exhibition will open at the June Kelly Gallery, 166 Mercer Street in Manhattan on Friday, January 17, and remain on view until Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Artist Talk: Saturday, 25 January, 2-5pm. For additional information and to RSVP, go to: https://junekellygallery.com/ Ramsey's photography is deeply influenced by his experiences as an author, playwright, and traveler. His unexpected encounters during a multicultural book festival in 2022, such as the grandeur of the skies above the Adirondack Mountains and the simplicity of the interiors of Mrs. John Brown's Farmhouse in North Elba, captivated him. These experiences and travels across the country have deeply influenced Ramsey’s photography, which is reflected in this work.

Ramsey’s imagery offers a unique perspective on these historical figures, their intimate relationships, and events. When lecturing in Virginia, his lens captures the weight of history and the legacy of a man who fought for freedom and equality for all humanity and the other man who, as a member of the Secret Six financially but perhaps unaware of details, supported John Brown’s raid at Harper’s Ferry in 1859.

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