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On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. stood in front of the Lincoln Memorial and spoke the words that would change the course of history and be remembered by Americans of all races for generations to come. In his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, Dr. King vocalized the issues at the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, calling for peaceful protest, justice, and equality. He was a leader, a pastor, and an accomplished scholar, but above all, Martin Luther King, Jr. lived to serve his community. Dr. King has this in common with one of the men who chronicled his legacy--photographer Wyatt Kenneth Coleman. “In the mid 1970’s,” says Coleman, “I began documenting people striving to make a difference.” A Vietnam Veteran, Coleman’s dedication to helping others is evident in both his artistic practice and humanitarian contributions. In addition to documenting Dr. King’s legacy, the artist established a collaboration with Coretta Scott King in 1979, which remained active until her death. Coleman was interested in the effect that the Civil Rights Movement had on the lives of ordinary people, stating, “When a person is committed and makes a contribution to their community, lives are changed and doing the right thing is really key.” As such, much of his work documents every-day people participating in non-violent activism by committing acts of kindness and working towards social justice. In these images, Coleman seeks to emphasize the importance that engagement and oral history play in passing down the value of serving one’s community and family. It is through this body of work that MOAH:CEDAR is excited to provide an intimate look into the artist’s personal legacy. Wyatt Kenneth Coleman is a freelance photojournalist whose career spans over fifty years. While serving in the military, he studied at the U.S. Airforce Photography School, gaining skills that would benefit him in both his military and artistic careers. He has certifications from the Winona School of Professional Photography, the University of Minnesota and Santa Fe Photographic workshops. Coleman is a member of the International Freelance Photographers Organization and has had his work regularly shown in several publications, including 3M, Ebony and Jet Magazines, The Daily Word, and TV Guide Canada. He received an award of appreciation from the late Coretta Scott King for a visual presentation he helped create, promoting the establishment of the Martin Luther King Center for Non Violent Social Change in Atlanta. Coleman has been awarded for his unselfish volunteer service in the communities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, and was recognized for his volunteer work at the Elm Avenue Community Garden by Assemblyman Tom Lackey, in addition to receiving an award from Lancaster City Council, for his contributions to the community. Wyatt Kenneth Coleman currently lives in Lancaster. A Lancaster resident, Coleman is a freelance photojournalist with a career that spans more than 50 years. He first became interested in this medium as a direct result of his older brother’s photograpy studio, which ignited a passion in him that continues to this day. During his service in the U.S. Air Force, Coleman studied at the U.S. Air Force Photography School, learning skills which would benefit both his military and private professional careers. He went on to further his education by receiving certifications from Santa Fe Photographic Workshops, the Winona School of Professional Photography, and the University of Minnesota. His work has been published in Ebony magazine, as well as many other articles and publications.

The See and Be Seen exhibition highlights the artwork of each of the students that participated in the Bike and Pedestrian Safety campaign of the same name. Together, See and Be Seen invites students of the Antelope Valley to think critically about transportation and safety through four vital perspectives: Eyes Up, Phone Down; Make Eye Contact; Ride Right In the Bike Lane; and Walk Between the Lines. Remember, you want to See and Be Seen! Abby Williams, 8th Grade, Desert Christian Abigail Beharrell, 3rd Grade, Blue Ridge Amelia Rosales, 5th Grade, Nancy Cory Elementary Anabelle Cabrera, Kindergarten, Jack Northrop Aubrey Mendoza, 8th Grade, Desert Christian Benny Molina, 5th Grade, Lincoln Elementary Camryn Large, 5th Grade, Desert Christian Charlotte Estrada, 6th Grade, Sundown Elementary Charlotte Watson, 1st Grade, Desert Christian Isabella Gonzalez, 4th Grade, West Wind Elementary Isabelle DeFrancis, 9th Grade, Highland High School Jocelyn Cosby, 4th Grade, Desert Christian Josette Thomas, 6th Grade, Bethel Christian Jude Middleton, 7th Grade, Amargosa Creek Middle School Kaitlyn Gardiner, 4th Grade, Desert Christian Leila Luna, 2nd Grade, Lincoln Elementary Melanie Martinez-Canales, 12th Grade, Lancaster High School Michael Simmons, 4th Grade, Lincoln Elementary Talia Large, 8th Grade, Desert Christian Taylor Smith, 4th Grade, West Wind Elementary Trent Thompson, 1st Grade, Desert Christian Zoe Sarver, 2nd Grade, Desert Christian Skyla Castro, 5th Grade, Lincoln Elementary Leah Williams, 5th Grade, Desert Christian Adalyn Gamarro, 2nd Grade, Desert Christian

Stay tuned and remain flexible...future dates & times TBD A FREE workshop for community to discover the joy of movement and tap into creativity. Move, Play, Dance! is special event to bring folks together to move and play in a two-hour workshop where they will participate in calisthenics, aerobics, and stretching through creative, playful exercises, games, and varied dance and movement practices. We hope to bring community members of all backgrounds and levels for a workshop that will challenge their minds and bodies while encouraging modifications, taking breaks as needed, and “listening to their bodies” so they remain comfortable and have an enjoyable experience. Dance has unending benefits from improving physical fitness by increasing strength, flexibility, and stamina, to decreasing stress, improving cognitive function, and even reducing brain atrophy in older dancers. We hope to bring all this to the local community in partnership with MOAH:CEDAR as well as a greater sense of community. Goals: ● Discover the joy of movement and tap into creativity ● Connect with our bodies and find new ways of moving ● Learn varied dance techniques and exercises in a safe, judgment free environment ● Have fun and give ourselves permission to play in community with one another ● Get moving and encourage participants to include more movement in their everyday life Please note: as this is a physical activity that you choose to participate in of your own free will, you are asked to sign a form that releases MOAH:CEDAR, The City of Lancaster, and facilitators from any liability for any injury that could occur during the event. About Us: We are a group of collaborators who met through Antelope Valley Community College and share similar dance backgrounds, but also have varied experience we bring to the table when working on projects together. Your Facilitators: Rachel Pace resides in Lancaster, CA and works as a Physical Therapist Assistant at a local orthopedic clinic. She also has had the opportunity to choreograph and work with the students at Antelope Valley College for the past few years for their dance productions. She has a passion for movement and hopes to share the joy it can bring to the community. Rochelle Guardado is a dancer, teacher and choreographer. She has taught at various performing arts institutions such as Orange County High School of the Arts, International Dance Academy in Hollywood, Antelope Valley College, College of the Canyons, Santa Monica College and many Southern California dance studios. She has both performed and showcased work at venues around Europe and the U.S. including WUK Im Flieger in Vienna, Danscentrum Jette in Brussels, CCN Ballet De Lorraine in France, American Dance Festival at Duke University, El Portal Theater in Los Angeles and the Lancaster Museum of Art and History. Rochelle holds an M.F.A which she received through the Hollins University/American Dance Festival M.F.A. program in dance. Katherine Grace Murphy is a dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer in Los Angeles. She has over ten years of experience teaching ballet, contemporary, and modern dance to a range of students of all ages and backgrounds at various studios from Los Angeles, CA to Seattle, WA. Since performing professionally in modern and contemporary ballet companies (including Ballet Bellevue, Coriolis Dance, Ashani Dances, and Charlotte Katherine Dances), she has choreographed several music videos and shown work at festivals and competitions across the U.S. No matter what kind of class Katherine is teaching, she strives to infuse the joy of movement and teaches her students to build trust with themselves, their bodies, and each other. Move, Play, Dance! More Things Happening at MOAH:CEDAR Spotlight Cafe Live Figure Drawing Concert Series

Godeleine de Rosamel Anticipating February 3 - March 17, 2024 Back to All Exhibitions After taking a step back from illustration, artist Godeleine de Rosamel has worked primarily in ceramics, creating unique life-forms and vegetation that inhabit a whimsical yet earthly domain. She embraces the innocence of her childhood drawings, bringing those creatures from the page into our third dimension. De Rosamel's interest in natural history is evident not only in her subject matter, but also in her process. She combines materials like clay, pigment, and sticks to create creatures that appear to come from a world adjacent to our own. In de Rosamel’s practice, she assumes the role of “Creator” by sculpting new species to populate her human-less utopia. In her world, politics, gender, and suffering do not exist. Instead, her charming, well-fed creatures roam freely through forests and sleep under trees. They reside in an idealized setting, where leisure and tranquility are at the forefront. Through her earthy color palette and each creature’s laissez faire demeanor, she maintains a softness and levity in her work. Her world is a utopia far from our own, and far from the devastating impacts of human activities on biodiversity on our planet.   Godeleine de Rosamel is a French artist based in Los Angeles, California. Born in Lille, France, de Rosamel’s passion for art began early when she was just a child drawing animals and taking her first ceramics class at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. In 1986, she attended the Ecole de Recherche Graphique (ERG) in Brussels, Belgium, where she graduated with a Fine Arts degree and began a career as a children’s book illustrator. Her whimsical illustrations have been featured in a number of books in France and Belgium. In 2001, she moved to Los Angeles and continued her career as an illustrator for several years until ultimately switching gears and to focus on her ceramics practice.

Student Art Show Assemblyman Tom Lackey January 27 - 28, 2024 Back to All Exhibitions Join us for an afternoon to celebrate local student artist who have created piece with the theme, "My California." Winners in each age category from the district wide art competition will be featured along with additional participation entries from the region. Winners will be announced in the adjacent memorial hall at 2:30PM. Seating is limited and tickets are required to attend. Contact the district office to reserve a seat at no cost.

@moah:cedar Board Game Cafe For the safety of our guests and employees, board game nights have been put on hold in an effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19. We are looking forward to hosting many great game nights as soon as state and county guidelines allow! Thank you for your understanding. More Things Happening at MOAH:CEDAR Spotlight Cafe Live Figure Drawing Concert Series

FREE LIVE FIGURE DRAWING SESSIONS View Calendar now brought to you @ Cedar Hall Join us for free figure drawing sessions offered two Sundays a month. Sign Up: Beginner Sessions Advanced Sessions Nude Model Sessions Meet At: Cedar Hall 44857 Cedar Avenue Lancaster, CA 93534 Join us to draw in Cedar Hall. Please bring your own art supplies. Easels will be provided and sanitized. We encourage you to bring your own art supplies, but some can be provided if needed. Beginner Sessions (Clothed Model, All Ages) are beginner-oriented sessions offered every second Sunday of the month from 1:00-3:00 PM . These classes are shorter and will focus on one pose for the entirety of the session, with constructive critique offered at the end. Advanced Sessions (Clothed Model, All Ages) are offered twice a month, every second Sunday of the month from 3:30-5:30 PM and every fourth Sunday of the month from 1:00-3:00 PM Nude Model Sessions (Must be 18+) are advanced sessions for adults only offered on the fourth Sunday of the month from 3:30-5:30 PM Want to Model? MOAH:CEDAR offers a paid opportunity for community members to model for our Live Figure Drawing Sessions (clothed and nude). *You must be 18 or older to participate. Apply Here More Things Happening at MOAH:CEDAR Movie Night Spotlight Cafe Concert Series

Juried Art Exhibition 2023 38th Annual All-Media Juried Art Exhibition May 27 - July 9, 2023 Back to All Exhibitions The Lancaster Museum of Art and History (MOAH) and MOAH:CEDAR are thrilled to announce the 38th Annual All-Media Juried Art Exhibition. Artists of all ages and experience levels from around the Antelope Valley and the 5th Supervisorial District of Los Angeles County have participated in the exhibition, submitting pieces of various art mediums. On Saturday, May 27 artists were honored during the award ceremony were over $1,000 were granted by the Lancaster Museum and Public Art Foundation and various small businesses, community organizations, public officials, and other sponsors. The exhibition will run from Saturday, May 27 to Sunday, July 9, 2023

History & MOAH:CEDAR The Cedar Center for the Arts is a historic building complex approaching 100 years old, made up of several buildings on the southwest corner of Cedar Avenue and Lancaster Boulevard. It is made up of several buildings including the old sheriff’s station and jail, the Memorial Hall, arts classrooms, MOAH:CEDAR galleries, and the 606 building. The use of the Cedar Avenue Historic District site for community purposes has a history extending from 1910 onward, with major use taking place from 1938 to 1962. The Cedar Avenue Complex was originally built in 1923 to serve as a library, justice court, sheriff’s station, jail and civic center. The small 1923 holding jail still stands today in its original capacity, now serving as a storage space. In December of 1937, a devastating fire destroyed large portions of the Cedar Avenue Complex including the library and justice court. The Cedar Avenue Complex was rebuilt following the devastating fire of the year prior with construction finishing in October 1938. It is this rebuild that incorporated the Art Deco style exterior we see today, designed by Edward Brett. During World War II, the Cedar Avenue Complex served as the center for Red Cross wartime food and clothing drives 1961 marks the end of Cedar’s use as a sheriff station and jail after the construction of a larger facility to serve as the new Antelope Valley Civic Center, located on the corner of 10th St. West and Avenue J. In 1993, the Cedar Avenue Complex was put on the National Register of Historic Places. A year later, in 1994, it was designated as a California Historic Landmark. In 2014, extensive renovations restored the historic building complex. These updates were done in a way to preserve the building’s original character while also helping to reinforce and maintain its unique architectural features and style. Since 2014, it has served as a community and arts center, now designated as the Cedar Center for the Arts. In July of 1952, a strong earthquake centered in Kern County caused severe damage to the nearby water tower and surrounding area. 1937 1923 1938 1942 1952 1961 1993 2014

Event Calendar Recurring Events Spotlight Café Figure Drawing Creative Pollination Every Fourth Friday of the month Doors Open 5 PM Open-Mic Performances 6 PM Event goes until 8 or 9 PM (depending on number of acts) Every second and fourth Sunday of the month First session ( beginner or advanced-clothed) 1 - 3 PM Second session ( advanced-clothed or nude-18+) 3:30 - 5:30 PM Every third Thursday of the month Share your artwork Special Guest Speakers Workshops 5-8 PM

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