Bennett Road

The Freedmen’s Town Conservancy Visitor Center is proud to present Bennett Road, an exhibition that powerfully engages with the 2025 Black History Month’s theme of Black Labor through the lens of two innovative designers, Michael Bennett, Creative Director of Studio Kër, and Martellus Bennett, Creative Director of TOMONOSHi! i+d LaB. This exhibition is a significant exploration of identity, community, and the intersections of culture, drawing from both artists’ rich backgrounds and their deep connection to the African diaspora.

Bennett Road serves as a platform for community engagement, particularly for the youth of Houston Freedmen’s Town. By prioritizing play and exploration, the exhibition encourages the next generation to embrace their heritage and the legacy of Black labor, inspiring them to become active participants in their communities. Through the lens of design and creativity, the exhibition empowers youth to envision a future that honors their roots while cultivating agency and innovation.

Bennett Road is co-organized by Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy (HFTC) and Contemporary Arts Museum Houston (CAMH) as part of the Rebirth in Action project. The exhibition is curated by Mich Stevenson, Project Manager – Partnerships.

Major support for THIS WAY: A Houston Group Show is provided by the Mellon Foundation. Rebirth in Action is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.