2020
Motherland: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow - A Black History Month Event
A FREE, unique, multicultural, intergenerational community-wide educational celebration of art, music, culture, contributions, history, legacy and opportunities.
Youth sessions, panel discussions, featured speakers, musical performances and more!
FEATURING:
DUKE GIVENS PRESENTS (THURS. FEB. 6 @ 6PM)
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Dress the Way You Will Be Addressed: A look at fashion throughout the years.
WALL OF EXCELLENCE HONORS (FRI. FEB. 7 @ 4PM)
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Recognizing individuals for outstanding service to people and projects in African American communities.
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Hosted by The African American Cultural Center Long Beach (AACCLB)
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Special Film Presentation: Slavery by Another Name at 7:30PM, followed by VIP Reception
FORGOTTEN IMAGES (OPENS FRI. FEB. 7 @ 6:30PM)
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An exhibition of authentic cultural artifacts of African American heritage from the 1600's.
THE BIG DAY (SAT. FEB. 8 @ 10AM)
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Panel Discussion: Race Relations in Black & White - 10AM
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Youth Performances & Art Presentation
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FREE Community Concert