"Preserving Culture Through Storytelling"

Welcome to the exciting event, "Preserving Culture Through Storytelling"! Join us on Sat, Apr 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Restoration Plaza as we celebrate elders, and the power of storytelling in preserving cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of narratives, interactive workshops, guest presenters, and an open mic. Engage in dialogue with beloved elders and fellow storytellers about history, culture, and community. Let's come together to honor and preserve our diverse cultures through the art of storytelling. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be a part of something truly special. Hosted by Zawadishouse and Rescue Poetix!

Admission is FREE - All are welcome to this family friendly, accessible event. There will be a DJ, and a raffle!

Guest Presenters:

Carolyn A. Butts, Executive Director, African Voices Communications, Inc., Founder/Film Festival Director of Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival; Devonne Jackson-Perez, renowned Urban Farmer and Sustainability Educator, and co-founder of Good Ground Growers; with music by Brooklyn Badd Boy DJ T-Groove.

This event is made possible by a micro-grant from The Laundromat Project's 2024 Bed-Stuy Create & Connect Fund. For more information, visit them on line at www.laundromatproject.org.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Restoration Plaza, 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, United States