{"value"=>"<p>Benin Enterprises, Inc., 1975-1983, is an outgrowth of New Dimensions Associates which was formed in 1968 and the 1972 Inaugural International Benin Awards Presentation given by a group of African American artists to individuals and organizations in recognition of their contributions and support of the African American community. Incorporated in 1975, Benin was located at 2366 Seventh Avenue in Harlem. One of it's major goals was to create positive social change by raising the art and cultural consciousness of the community as a whole. Other goals included publicizing the work of minority group artists, funding these artists in their chosen media and establishing a central information bank on minority artists. In 1976 Benin Gallery was opened, becoming the only public art gallery in Harlem. In addition to exhibitions and related workshops given by the exhibiting artists, Benin instituted various performing arts presentations, as well as a printmaking workshop, video workshop and the Benin Writers Workshop, inaugurated in May 1977. Benin also published a newsletter, <span class=\"emph\">Benin Art Notes.</span>Benin continued to sponsor the annual International Benin Awards Presentation, the award being an original work of art designed by a different artist each year. Ademola has been Vice President of Benin Enterprises, Inc. since 1975. The organization, which is still incorporated, has been inactive since sometime in the 1980s. Files consist of minutes, correspondence, press releases, meeting notices, flyers, brochures, articles, grant applications and financial records.</p>"}