Gallery Chuma Inc

Gallery Chuma Inc is an art gallery in Charleston, SC. The gallery specializes in the art of the Gullah people of coastal SC, featuring work by internationally recognized masters and a select group of emerging artists. It serves as a resource center for learning about Gullah culture through Gullah Art, Gullah Books, Gullah Crafts, Gullah Storytelling, Gullah Spirituals, Gullah Tours, and Gullah Food. The Gullah people are descendants of enslaved Africans who settled on isolated sea islands and marshland areas from Jacksonville, Fla., to Wilmington, N.C., in the 19th century. Because of their geographical isolation and strong community life, they have preserved more of their African cultural heritage than any other group of African Americans, speaking a Creole language similar to Sierra Leone Krio, using African names, telling African folktales, making African-style handicrafts such as baskets and carved walking sticks, and enjoying a rich cuisine based primarily on rice. Gullah Art is a recognized art genre, and indigenous artists use it to preserve their culture and lifestyle.

The gallery hosts live jazz music and fine arts events, such as performances by Charleston vocalist Ann Caldwell and her ensemble, the LooseFitt Band. These events feature musical improvisations interpreting the emotions, rhythms, spirituals, and experiences encountered in Gullah paintings, with complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres provided. Gallery Chuma has featured exhibitions by artists such as John W. Jones and Philip Simmons. Jones’ paintings explore life through detailed light and reflection, meticulously drawn and layered with color to create realistic interpretations of everyday life, landscapes, and historical insights. His work has been described in over 410 publications, including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Post and Courier, The Chicago Tribune, and Time Magazine, and has been featured on CNN, PBS, and National Public Radio. His paintings are in the collection of several museums and important private collections. Jones has lectured widely as an artist, activist, and motivational speaker at universities, colleges, conferences, and corporate events.

Gallery Chuma Inc is located at 188 Meeting St N1 in Charleston, SC. The gallery is open Monday through Sunday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern. It can be contacted at 843.722.1702 or via email at [email protected]. Additional contact numbers include 843.722.7568 and 843.722.1618 for fax. The gallery has held events such as the "Memories" exhibition by Jonathan Green, which featured an opening reception attended by art patrons, collectors, students, and admirers.

Gallery Chuma Inc stands as a dedicated venue in Charleston, SC, for preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of the Gullah people through art, music, and education.

The gallery sits on Meeting St N1, adjacent to the City Market Marker and Market Hall and Sheds NRHP Marker.

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Services:

• Custom Calendars
• Events Organization
• Gullah Art Exhibitions