Name: History of Hip-Hop and Lyricism
Start: 2026-05-02T13:00:00-04:00
Location: Shaw-Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library

Saturday, May 2 | 1:00–2:00PM
Roxbury Public Library – Community Room
149 Dudley St, Roxbury, MA 02119
Free! RSVP
History of Hip-Hop and Lyricism is a 60-minute interactive workshop that dives deep into the rich history, cultural significance, and lyrical artistry of hip-hop. Recommended for students grades 6-12, participants will explore how hip-hop emerged as a revolutionary art form, along with examining its roots, icons, and social impact. They will also create and perform original lyrics that reflect their own voices, experiences, and creativity.
Presented by Castle of our Skins' Teaching Artist, Red Shaydez.
Parking & Accessibility:
Free parking lot next to the library with accessible ramp at the front entrance. The Community Room is on the left upon entering. Public WiFi available. The Roxbury Branch Library is fully accessible, featuring a new elevator, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms, and enhanced technology for the hearing impaired.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: Castle of our Skins does not discriminate on the basis of disability, and is committed to providing accessible programs and events to facilitate participation. A guest or outside organization must notify Castle of our Skins of any request for an accommodation in advance of the event (ideally 2-3 weeks beforehand). Late accommodation requests, or requests made the day of the event, may not be possible to provide.
Please send requests to [email protected].