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Join us for the inaugural An Evening in Noir & Blanc, Friday, October 30, 2026, 6:00 PM at the Shreveport Convention Center.This cultural experience benefitting the future Civil Rights Museum at Old Galilee Church will bring together art, living history, and meaningful conversations as we honor the stories, people, and legacy of North Louisiana’s Civil Rights Movement.
We are especially honored to feature a special conversation with Dave Dennis, Sr. — Shreveport Native & Civil Rights Leader, whose extraordinary journey is part of the history we are committed to preserving and sharing.
A special curated art exhibition will feature award-winning artists including: Yolanda Barnes, KaDavien Baylor, Connie Eaton, Eric Francis, Karen La Beau, Charmel Lester, Leia Lewis, Debra Roberson, Ron Smith, and Jacquelyn Tripp.
History will be brought to life with Living Characters—Bernice Smith, Mahalia Jackson, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. portrayed by Moriah Hicks, Brenda Wimberly, and Adarian Williams.
Featured musical entertainment by the Gumbo Delux Band.
Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Shreveport Convention Center
Tickets: $75 per person; nlcrc.org
Attire: Black & White Requested
This evening will be a night filled with food, fun, memories and music in the spirit of culture, conversations, and community!
This benefit supports the continued restoration of Old Galilee Baptist Church--future home of the North Louisiana Civil Rights Museum, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. first spoke in Shreveport, LA!
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Shreveport Convention Center, 400 Caddo St, Shreveport, LA 71101-2805, United States
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