Artist Claudette Dean, Architect Anthony Jervis, and artist Chantal Bethel.

An opening reception of the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas' latest exhibition, "Developing Blackness", with still photographs of "Over the Hill" Nassau in the Independence Era took place on Friday, March 14th.

Thanks to Grand Bahamian artist, Claudette Dean, who attended the event with artist and friend Chantal Bethel, also of Grand Bahama we present photo highlights of that successful opening night where encouraged to dress in attire from the  60s to  80s.

All photos courtesy of Claudette Dean and Chantal Bethel.

Architect Anthony Jervis, Erica James of the NAGB, and artist Claudette Dean.

Artists, Chantal Bethel and Dave Smith.

Dr. Gail Saunders-Director General of Heritage and Board Chair of the NAGB.

The Minister of State for Culture - Mr. Charles Maynard

Guest in period dress.