In-person
We all know that Atlanta changed hip-hop — and, by extension, American music — forever. But have you ever considered our city's international impact? For example, how has Atlanta influenced hip-hop in France?
On October 19, MODA is partnering with Villa Albertine for a conversation with DJ Djel, a Marseille-based beatmaker and graffiti artist, to discuss just that!
DJ Djel will elaborate on the connections between the hip-hop cultures of Atlanta and Marseille, and he'll talk to attendants about the project he's completing through his residency with Villa Albertine. Titled MarsTlanta, it's a collection of sound recordings that includes words, music, and street noises, and it will ultimately serve to link the two cities and their contributions to rap and hip-hop.
After DJ Djel's talk, registrants will have an opportunity to ask questions.
With any questions, please reach out to maryk@museumofdesign.org.
The cost to attend this event is $10 | $5 for MODA Members
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DJ Djel was born in Marseille in 1974. He is a DJ, beatmaker, graffiti artist, trainer, and organizer of hip-hop events. From 1998 to 2006, he released several records on Sony Music with his group the Fonky Family, and in 2007, he founded the label Don't Sleep. He has collaborated on stage and in the studio with nationally and internationally recognized artists, including Oxmo Puccino, IAM, Akhenaton, Soprano, Kendrick Lamar, Napoleon Da Legend, and Infamous Mobb. He is currently working on his 4th album.
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Email Mary at maryk@museumofdesign.org with any questions about this event.
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The Museum of Design Atlanta is conveniently located in the Midtown Arts District, right across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center at 1315 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309.
MODA is located on the ground floor of the 1315 Peachtree Building. The building is a mix use site and is shared by MODA, the Peachtree Public Library, and Perkins+Will.
MODA resides on the land of the Mvskoke (Muscogee / Creek) people.
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Parking
MODA does not offer designated parking. There are public parking lots located in the Midtown Arts district, as well as metered parking available along Peachtree St NE. The paid Lanier parking deck at 1337 Peachtree St NE is the closest deck within walking distance of the museum.
Bike Riders
For visitors traveling by bike, there are plenty of bike racks conveniently located around MODA! You can find them along Peachtree Street, including right outside of MODA, and at the Arts Center MARTA Station. Don’t forget to bring a lock!
Marta
If visiting by train, take the North or South rail line to the Arts Center MARTA Station (N5), located directly behind the Woodruff Arts Center (accessible). Exit the Arts Center Station at the top level by the Peachtree Street exit. You will be behind the Woodruff Arts Center. MODA is located directly across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center. Use the cross-walk at the intersection of 16th and Peachtree to reach our building.
For more information on MARTA schedules, maps, and connections from other transit providers, please visit the MARTA website.
We offer a 20% discount on museum admission for patrons who used public transportation to get to MODA! (DOES NOT APPLY TO SUNDAY FUNDAY SPECIAL RATE)
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MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met, but don't worry: should MODA have to cancel, we will gladly issue a full refund to all registrants. If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us at least 7 days prior to the event start. By doing so, we can process a refund for the ticket cost (minus a small $10 processing fee per class). Unfortunately, we cannot provide refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days before an event.
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Designers with different styles of learning or special needs are welcome in MODA public programs. We will be able to most effectively help everyone learn and enjoy this experience if we know about those needs in advance of the program. Please email blaire@museumofdesign.org with questions or information.