Black Dance Legacy Mural Design Unveiling

Tue Apr 21 2026 at 05:45 pm to 08:45 pm UTC-04:00

Parkway Central Library | Philadelphia

Mural Arts Philadelphia
Publisher/HostMural Arts Philadelphia
Black Dance Legacy Mural Design Unveiling
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Join Mural Arts Philadelphia for an evening celebrating the legacy and impact of Black dance in Philadelphia.
About this Event

The Black Dance Legacy Mural, by artist Bernard Collins, Jr., honors generations of dancers and educators, from Essie Marie Dorsey to Joan Myers Brown, who shaped the city’s cultural identity and global influence. Experience live performances, a film screening, and a powerful conversation, culminating in the unveiling of a new mural design rooted in history, resilience, and community.


Featured Speakers:
Dr. Patricia Reid-Merritt, Distinguished Professor of Africana Studies and Social Work
Dr. Lynette Young Overby, Professor Emerita of Theatre and Dance, University of Delaware
Karen Warrington, Former Dancer, Arts and Culture Advocate, and Writer

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, United States

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