Joe Minter: Sculptor of Memory and Reclamation Joe Minter (born March 28, 1943) stands as a singular voice in contemporary sculpture, dedicating his artistic endeavors to confronting the complex narrative of African American history—from the harrowing arrival of enslaved Africans through to ongoing struggles for equality and justice. His magnum opus, “African Village in America,” began humbly in 1986 with a solitary scrap metal assemblage, blossoming into an expansive outdoor environment encompassing thousands of reclaimed materials – predominantly steel tubing, sheet metal, and automotive c…