When We See Us delves into a century of Black self-representation in painting, highlighting how artists from Africa and its diaspora have depicted daily life and experiences. Inspired by Ava DuVernay's series When They See Us, the exhibition's title signifies a shift towards self-perception and agency. Curated by the late Koyo Kouoh and Tandazani Dhlakama, the exhibition features works by artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, Chéri Samba, and Roméo Mivekannin. Accompanied by a soundscape composed by South African artist Neo Muyanga and architectural design by Wolff Architects, the exhibition also features a historical timeline that contextualizes Black artistic and intellectual movements.