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Open · Until 31 Jan 2027

Todd McGrain: Debut of York

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Todd McGrain: Debut of York is on view at Portland Art Museum, Portland, United States, until January 31, 2027.

Last verified October 27, 2026 · Official source ↗

The Portland Art Museum presents a bronze bust by Todd McGrain depicting York, an enslaved man who participated in the historic Lewis and Clark expedition. This sculpture serves as a permanent replacement for a temporary version secretly erected in a local park. The display aims to highlight York's overlooked historical role while contributing to broader conversations about American history and public monuments.

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  1. Portland Art Museum
    Portland, United States · March 31, 2026 – January 31, 2027
    Until 31 Jan 2027

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A bronze sculpture of a Black man's face and neck. His eyes are closed.

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