In the context of this artwork, discuss the Location history of the Background information.
They Waz Nice White Folks While They Lasted first appeared in Walker's third solo show in New York, a 2001 exhibit in the Brent Sikkema gallery in Chelsea called "American Primitive." That show marked the first time her signature silhouettes appeared with projected backgrounds. In 2002, it was acquired by the IMA, a gift of the Contemporary Art Society, and given the acquisition number 2002.1. It is not currently on view in the Carolyn M. Schaefer & John B. Gray Jr. Gallery.
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