National Animation Museum Named Official Educational Partner of BUTTER LA
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The National Animation Museum (NAM) has been named the Official Educational Partner of BUTTER LA, in Inglewood, California’s Hollywood Park, taking place during LA Art Week from February 26 through March 1.
Founded by Indianapolis-based non-profit GANGGANG, BUTTER LA is an immersive four-day cultural experience that will highlight the creativity of the African diaspora. The fair will feature work from California and Indiana-based artists as well as artists from various cities and countries across the globe.
Since its inception, BUTTER has welcomed 60,000+ attendees and 239 artists who have sold more than $1.2 million worth of artwork, including 25 BUTTER artwork acquisitions by 12 major institutions for permanent collections.
As part of the partnership, the National Animation Museum will participate in BUTTER LA’s Education Day on Friday, February 27. K–8, high school, and college groups will tour the exhibition prior to public opening. Education Day offers students exclusive behind-the-scenes access, including conversations with BUTTER leaders, curators, artists, and neighborhood historians.
Photo courtesy of BUTTER
During Education Day, NAM will present career pathways in animation and lead interactive, hands-on activities demonstrating the fundamental principles of animation. Students will gain insight into how animation intersects with fine art, technology, and culture. NAM will be joined by Black N Animated (BNA), a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and inspiring Black creators and artists in pursuing careers in animation. Together, NAM and BNA will explore the cultural significance of animation and provide practical guidance on how students can pursue opportunities in the field.
We are honored to partner with BUTTER LA. Animation is one of the most powerful mediums of our time, and this collaboration allows us to inspire the next generation of artists, creators, and innovators. By connecting students directly with animators and industry professionals, we’re helping to expand access and awareness of creative career pathways.
-Eddie Newquist (CEO/Founder, National Animation Museum)
BUTTER Education Day is proud to partner with the National Animation Museum to welcome more than 1,000 students to the exhibition before it opens to the public. This educational experience offers students a sneak peek behind the scenes of a magical and memorable fine art fair experience, encouraging arts education for the next generation.
-Mali Bacon (Founder/Curator, BUTTER)
Tickets are now on sale at butterartfair.com