📢 Join Us for an Inspiring Celebration!
✨ Black History and The Arts ✨
A powerful evening honoring the rich cultural heritage and enduring contributions of African Americans to the arts.
📍 Location: The Civic Club of Harrisburg
📅 Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This extraordinary gathering will feature:
🎨 “An Evening with the Artist” Talk with Jemar Sweets, Pennsylvania-based travel photographer and The Civic Club of Harrisburg’s featured artist.
🎭 Keynote Performance: Rev. Jackson, a distinguished Artistic Director, Living Historian, and Teaching and Performing Artist specializing in drama. His performance will honor the legacy and contributions of our ancestors to the arts.
📜 Special Guest Speaker: Maria James-Thiaw, an award-winning poet, playwright, and performer. She will open the evening with a poem reflecting the theme of Black History and the Arts.
💬 Panel Discussion: Members of the Civic Club’s Art Unites the World Artist Advisory Council and Maria James-Thiaw, will share insights and stories celebrating Black artistry and resilience.
🎶 Vibrant Performances: Enjoy live performances that bring the spirit of Black history and creativity to life.
🌟 Discover the stories, resilience, and brilliance that have shaped the tapestry of Black artistry. Connect with a community of creators and art enthusiasts.
Don't miss this opportunity to honor the past, celebrate the present, and envision the future through art and history.
This event is part of Harrisburg’s "3rd in the Burg" series.
🎟️ Admission is free and open to the public.
We look forward to celebrating with you! 💫
