12th Annual Day of the Ancestors: Festival of masks
About this Event
LA Commons and Leimert Park Art Walk presents:
12th Annual Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks
Join us on Sunday, June 26th at 12:00 pm in Leimert Park as we honor our ancestors and celebrate the rich traditions of the African Diaspora.
Blessing: Imodoye Shabazz
Featured Artists: Kehinde, DAANSEKOU Cultural Arts Collective of Los Angeles, Sylvia Boyd, Dwight Tribble
Ancestor: Derf Reklaw, Featured Artists: Wendell Wiggen, Leimert Park Jazz Festival, Sutro Block Club
Ancestor: Barbara Morrison Featured Artists: Kayla Shelton, Harmony Project Drumline, Timothy Morganfield
Ancestors: Veronica Maize Johnson, Loretta Jones, and Lark Gilliam, Featured Artists: Ray Casso, Children's Jazz Dance Ensemble
Ancestor: Noni Olabisi, Featured Artists: SHINE Muwasi, Lula Washington Dance Theatre
Ancestor: Jeff F. Jones Jr., Featured Artists: Wendell Winngs, Torrence Brannon Reese, Everything with Soul, Los Angeles Carnival
All ages are welcome! The festival is outdoors and masks are encouraged.
Plase consider choosing the donation option with registering for a ticket or visit our All donations will contribute to our goal of raising $35,000 by June 30th to continue connecting artists, youth and community members.
LA Commons engages communities in the creation of public art that tells their unique stories and serves as the basis for dialogue, interaction, and a better understanding of Los Angeles. www.lacommons.org
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Leimert Park Village Plaza, People St., 4337 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
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