{"id":13774,"date":"2024-10-15T15:54:34","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T19:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitforless.info\/?p=13774"},"modified":"2024-10-15T15:54:34","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T19:54:34","slug":"drip-the-cultural-currency-of-jewelry-in-hip-hop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/getitforless.info\/?p=13774","title":{"rendered":"Drip: The Cultural Currency of Jewelry in Hip-Hop"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Jewelry and Hip-Hop….This program delves into the multifaceted world of hip-hop jewelry, not just as fashion, but as part of an ecosystem of culture and status. Together we will explore the rich history surrounding these iconic works of art, from the diverse microcosms of Canal Street, Fordham Road, and Harlem to the broader cultural significance of these statement pieces in New York City and beyond. The conversation will highlight how jewelry in hip-hop has evolved\u2014once met with stigma but now embraced as a symbol of identity, status, and is a visible means of cultural storytelling.<\/div>\n

Join celebrated radio personality Angela Yee<\/strong>, trailblazing artist Roxanne Shant<\/strong>\u00e9<\/strong>, and hip-hop historian Pete Nice<\/strong> in a conversation moderated by\u00a0Dr. Christopher Emdin<\/strong>, renowned educator and leader in urban education. Together, they will explore how jewelry has become a powerful symbol in hip-hop, shaping identity and cultural expression.<\/p>\n

Before the panel, visitors are invited to explore Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry<\/em>, where they can learn about hip-hop’s cultural influence through stunning jewelry worn by some of its iconic stars.<\/p>\n

Visitors are invited to stay after the panel for a celebration of hip-hop with drinks and music.<\/p>\n

Moderator<\/h3>\n

Dr. Christopher<\/strong> Emdin<\/strong> is the Maxine Greene Chair for Distinguished Contributions to Education and Professor of Science Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. He is also an alumni fellow at the Hiphop Archive and Hutchins Center at Harvard University.<\/p>\n

Panelists<\/h3>\n

Angela Yee<\/strong> is a Radio Hall of Fame radio personality and entrepreneur. Yee currently hosts Way Up With Angela Lee and was previously the co-host of The Breakfast Club <\/em>with Charlamagne tha God and DJ Envy.<\/p>\n

Pete Nice<\/strong>\u00a0is a hip-hop historian, former rapper, and a founding member of the Def Jam\u2019s 3rd Bass. Nice is an advisory board member for\u00a0Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelry<\/em>\u00a0and a curator at The Hip Hop Museum.<\/p>\n

Roxanne Shant\u00e9<\/strong>\u00a0was one of the first female stars in hip-hop history. Her Juice Crew ring is on display in\u00a0Ice Cold: An Exhibition of Hip-Hop Jewelr<\/em>y<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

(Enter at 79th Street and Columbus Avenue)<\/p>\n

Thursday, October 24, 2024<\/p>\n

7 pm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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