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‘Portals + Revelations’ exhibit examines artist Richard J. Watson’s works that some are calling genius

The exhibit is open at the African American Museum. Watson was propelled into history when police detained him at the 1965 Girard College protests.

Artist Richard J. Watson in front of "Enough Said Already" and "And the Beat Goes On" at the African American Museum in Philadelphia. "Portals+Revelations: Richard J. Watson Beyond Realities" is on display until March 6.
Artist Richard J. Watson in front of "Enough Said Already" and "And the Beat Goes On" at the African American Museum in Philadelphia. "Portals+Revelations: Richard J. Watson Beyond Realities" is on display until March 6.Read moreMONICA HERNDON / Staff Photographer