Agenda
๐: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Culture Tasting Lab with Chef Rah
Info: Experience culture through flavor in this interactive tasting lab led by Chef Rah. Participants will explore the history, ingredients, and stories behind traditional dishes while celebrating the role of food in Black heritage and community.
๐: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Stitching History: Quilting Course
Info: Discover how quilts serve as vessels of memory, resistance, and storytelling. This hands-on course explores the cultural legacy of quilting while inviting participants to engage with techniques rooted in African American history.
๐: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Lapa Sewing Class
Info: Learn to work with vibrant Lapa fabric in this drop-in sewing class celebrating West African textile traditions. Participants of all skill levels are welcome to stitch, create, and connect through this living cultural art form.
๐: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Art Exhibit
Info: Explore a curated art exhibit featuring works that reflect Black history, identity, and creative expression. Guests are invited to view the exhibit throughout the day at their own pace.
๐: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where Were You Then? Neighborhoods in Columbus & Video Archival
Info: Contribute your story to Columbus history. This interactive video archival experience invites community members to share memories of their neighborhoods, preserving lived experiences for future generations.
๐: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Declaration of Independence
Info: Come and craft your own declaration of Independence through a writerโs workshop. Imagine a country that included you at the fundamental core. What would you make sure was included in the document? Letโs write!
๐: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Family Detective: The Power of One Name
Info: Families are invited to explore genealogy and identity through names. This interactive activity helps participants uncover the meaning, history, and power behind a single nameโconnecting personal stories to larger historical narratives.
๐: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Thiossane West African Dance Institute | Community Drum & Dance Class
Info: Move, drum, and celebrate together in this high-energy community class led by the Thiossane West African Dance Institute. Participants will learn traditional rhythms and movements while experiencing the joy and unity of collective expression.
๐: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Mural Walk
Info: Join us as we walk the perimeter of the building to showcase our murals and their cultural significance.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lincoln Theatre, 769 East Long Street, Columbus, United States
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