Whitney Museum Hosts HFAS18 Celebration of Groundbreaking African Americans in Medicine

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HFAS18 Honors Groundbreaking African Americans in Medicine at Whitney Museum
Harlem Fine Arts Show Celebration Highlights Legacy, Representation, and Excellence in Healthcare
New York, NY (December 15, 2025) — Despite a swirling winter storm, more than 100 attendees gathered at the Whitney Museum of American Art on Sunday for a powerful and visually stunning event honoring African Americans in Medicine (AAIM), part of the Harlem Fine Arts Show’s (HFAS18) multi-month celebration of culture, excellence, and legacy.
The historic event honored Black medical professionals who have made significant contributions to their fields and communities, spotlighting their achievements through an elegant group portrait inside the Whitney Museum, one that will serve as a lasting symbol of excellence and intergenerational inspiration.
“This was more than a photo opportunity,” said Dion Clarke, HFAS Founder and CEO. “It was a living testament to the power of Black leadership in medicine and a celebration of those who continue to shape our communities through healing and service.”
The event unfolded in seamless coordination, with honorees welcomed and staged for a formal group portrait followed by a Divine Nine (D9) group photo, paying homage to the Black Greek Letter Organizations that continue to produce many of the nation’s top medical professionals and civic leaders.
Production Team Acknowledgements
The day’s success was made possible by a dedicated team of creative and logistical professionals, including:
  • Stacy Graham-Hunt – PR Strategist & Storyteller
  • David Montini – Live Event Social Media Manager
  • Jesse Askew – Chief Marketing Officer
  • Helen Notaras – Community Engagement & Business Relations
  • Nala J – Honoree Hospitality & Group Sales
  • Kyrus Newman – Behind-the-Scenes Media
  • Barry Mason – Official Photographer
“Our team moved with grace and precision to ensure that every moment was meaningful, captured, and aligned with HFAS’s standard of cultural elegance,” added Clarke.
Legacy in Motion
Even those unable to attend due to the weather were deeply missed and honored in spirit. As the HFAS18 team looks ahead to its main show at The Glasshouse in February 2026, this moment at the Whitney serves as a resonant prelude, a reminder of the significance of gathering to celebrate excellence, cultural legacy, and community healing.
The Harlem Fine Arts Show continues to lead as the largest traveling art show in the United States celebrating artists of the African Diaspora, connecting collectors, artists, and institutions through fine art and shared storytelling.
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About the Harlem Fine Arts Show
For over 18 years, the Harlem Fine Arts Show has stood as a trailblazer in the Black art world, a platform that not only showcases talent but shapes legacy. As one of the longest-running Black-owned art fairs in the country, we are proud to be a cultural institution rooted in excellence, vision, and impact.


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