261:(2022-2023), an open-air cubic pavilion inspired by Egyptian architecture, surrounded by four sphinx statues and several free-standing columns. The white walls of the pavilion and columns were extensively etched with phrases, names, drawings, logos, and historical references from and about black culture, with many specifically referencing Halsey's community in South Central, Los Angeles. The sphinx sculptures and other busts of people featured throughout the pavilion were based on Halsey's friends and family, including her mother Glenda. The installation was on display from April to October 2023; following the exhibition, Halsey has said she plans to permanently relocate the work to South Central. Writing in
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scholarship for emerging artist in 2014. In 2014-15, Halsey was part of the Studio Museum in
Harlems Artist-in-Residence program. She was recognized for transforming the Mezzanine Gallery with a site-specific installation for her exhibition titled
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Summaeverythang Community Center, a community initiative which, during the
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