About this Event
MOVE: The Old DaysCommemorating the May 13, 1985 bombing of MOVE and the Launch of The MOVE Activist Archive
May 13th marks the 39th anniversary of the May 13, 1985 bombing of The MOVE Organization by the Philadelphia police, which resulted in the tragic loss of 11 MOVE members and the destruction of two blocks in the Cobbs Creek community of West Philadelphia.
The 2024 annual commemoration is a special week-long event that will launch The MOVE Activist Archive's first exhibit, "MOVE: The Old Days," and raise funds for the Reclaim Osage campaign.
Event Overview
On SUNDAY, MAY 12th at 10 AM, join us in showing love to the Cobbs Creek community with a block clean-up and food distribution at Cobbs Creek Parkway and Osage Ave.
On MONDAY, MAY 13th at 5 PM, join us in honoring the lives lost and changed forever at the historic marker on Cobbs Creek Parkway.
On THURSDAY, MAY 16th at 6:30 PM join us for an intimate tour of The MOVE Activist Archive's first exhibit--MOVE: The Old Days--featuring never-before-seen MOVE historical artifacts and a panel discussion with special guests.
On SATURDAY, MAY 18th and SUNDAY, May 19th beginning at 1 PM, join us for public guided tours of The MOVE Archive exhibit.
The MOVE: The Old Days exhibit will be housed at the Paul Robeson House and Museum at 4951 Walnut Street in Philadelphia.
About The MOVE Activist Archive and Reclaim Osage
The MOVE Activist Archive preserves the organizational history and collective memory of The MOVE Organization. The archive's creation is led by MOVE members in partnership with Black activist researchers, the West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and community members.
Reclaim Osage is a campaign to preserve 6221 Osage Avenue, MOVE Headquarters and site of the 1985 bombing, which was returned to the Africa family through its purchase in January 2023 by Mike Africa Jr. To learn more about this campaign or donate, visit Reclaim Osage.
Curated by Mike Africa Jr. and Krystal Strong with the support of the Paul Robeson House and Museum and The MOVE Activist Archive team.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Paul Robeson House & Museum, 4951 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, United States
USD 13.00 to USD 40.00
