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Retrace Your Steps
CELEBRATE BLACK HERITAGE AMONG THE SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF TALLAHASSEE
Provided by The Florida State Archives
The Riley House. C.K. Steele Memorial. The Union Bank Building. These are only a few of the historic homes and civil rights monuments that enrich Tallahassee’s Black Heritage. We invite you to come and join us in the capital city in celebration of Black History Month.
FEBRUARY 2007
February 1, 2007
Black History Month Kickoff Reception
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Located at 2800 South Adams Street
Opening event for Black History Month Festival, celebrating the contributions and achievements of African-Americans to this country.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Priscilla Hawkins at 850-877-0453 or email PriscillaHawkins@hotmail.com.
February 2, 2007
Caribbean Nights
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Located at the Tallahassee Senior Center (1400 North Monroe Street)
Caribbean Nights is a delightful break from mid-winter chills. Island entertainment and cuisine, dancing, costumes and the music transport you to the tropics. All ages welcome.
Admission is
For more information, please call 850-891-0453.
February 4, 2007
African-American Read-In Chain
Location is TBA
Gathering of local people to coincide with the national gathering across this country simultaneously to read books by and about African-Americans. Call for times and locations.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Priscilla Hawkins at 850-877-0453 or email PriscillaHawkins@hotmail.com.
February 9, 2007
Black History Month Reception & Auction
Location is TBA
A gala event featuring an African-American play, African-inspired foods and auction of celebrity merchandise. Call for more information.
Admission is $50
For more information, please contact Priscilla Hawkins at 850-877-0453 or email PriscillaHawkins@hotmail.com.
February 9 - 11, 2007
Thomasville Black Heritage Festival
Located at 214 Alexander St, Thomasville, GA
Join us for the very first Thomasville Black Heritage Festival! In addition to celebrating the accomplishments of African American pioneers, this 3-day event will feature local and nationally known artists and scholars in religion, music, visual arts, film, fashion, sports, food and crafts.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Debora Page at 229-226-5029 or email DeboraP@thomasville.org.
February 10, 2007
Black History Month Cultural Festival
Location is TBA
Festival featuring cultural vendors, entertainment, and food. Call for more information.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Priscilla Hawkins at 850-877-0453 or email PriscillaHawkins@hotmail.com.
February 11, 2007
A Night with Alvin Ailey
Located at Florida A&M University's Lee Hall
Hosted by New Mt. Zion AME Church
For tickets and more information, call 850-222-4201
February 16 - February 25, 2007
Maximalism Art Exhibit: "More Is More"
Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4p.m. and Saturday - Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Located at Florida State University's Museum of Fine Art(250 Fine Arts Building, on the corner of Call and Copeland Streets)
Opening reception February 16th from 6-8 pm. Public Lectures by Selected Artists in the exhibition and walking tour by Dr. Tatiana Flores, Curator. Exhibit part of Seven Days of Opening Nights.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Teri Yoo at 850-644-6836 or email try8382@fsu.edu.
February 16 - June 3, 2007
Contemporary African American Art
Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. & Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Located at The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science(350 South Duval Street)
Admission fees:
- Adult/$6
- Students/Seniors/Children/$3.50
For more information, please contact Cynthia Hollis at 850-513-0700 or email chollis@thebrogan.org.
February 17, 2007
Black History Month African-American Heritage Celebration
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Located at Hwy 319 South, Crawfordville, Florida
Parade and festival featuring floats, bands, stage entertainment, food, and vendors in Wakulla County's Hudson Park.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Priscilla Hawkins at 850-656-2578 or email PriscillaHawkins@hotmail.com.
February 24, 2007
Florida's Highwaymen: Legendary Landscapes
Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. & Sunday 12:30 -5:00 p.m.
Located at the Tallahassee Museum(3945 Museum Drive)
This retrospective exhibition will display over 60 paintings from the original nine Florida Highwaymen.
Admission fee is
- Adults $8
- Students & Seniors $7.50
- Children 4-15 $5.50
For more information, please call at 850-575-8684.
February 24, 2007
Saturday Matinee of the Arts
Located at the Tallahassee Museum(3945 Museum Drive)
For the third consecutive year, the Tallahassee Museum will host the family friendly event Saturday Matinee of the Arts, in conjunction with Seven Days of Opening Nights. Enjoy this fun filled free admission day that showcases the breadth and diversity of important cultural organizations from the Big Bend region.
This year, Saturday Matinee of the Arts celebrates the artistic works of Florida's Highwaymen. Take part in the rare opportunity to have lunch with two well known Highwaymen, James Gibson and Roy McLendon. This ticketed luncheon gives visitors a chance to meet and speak with these artists in an intimate setting on the lawn of Bellevue.
For more information, call 850-575-8684
February 26, 2007
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Located at Kleman Plaza(downtown between Duval and Bronough Streets)
Since Paul Simon’s Graceland album catapulted Ladysmith Black Mambazo to worldwide fame 20 years ago, the Grammy Award-winning vocal group has remained true to the idea of opening doors of South African culture through their music, dancing and singing. A Seven Days of Opening Nights event.
Admissio fee is $20
For more information, please contact Fran Conaway at 850-644-6500 or email fconaway@mailer.fsu.edu.
Or visit the 7 Days Festival's website
February 26, 2007
Afroprovocations
Located at The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science(350 South Duval Street)
This exhibition includes the work of John Sims, Pat Ward Williams, Steven Bernard Jones, Sangoyemi Ogunsanya, O.L. Samuels, and Mary Proctor. A Seven Days of Opening Nights event.
Admission is free
For more information, please contact Fran Conaway at 850-644-6500 or email fconaway@mailer.fsu.edu.
Or visit the 7 Days Festival's website
February 28, 2007
Harlem Globetrotters 2007 Tour
Located at Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center(505 West Pensacola Street) The world famous Harlem Globetrotters are coming to an arena near you...and groups of 10 or more receive special discounts and an invitation to an exclusive pre-game event!
Admission fees:
- Courtside: $75
- VIP (risers on East & West Sides): $49.50
- Lower Level & Ring Seats (East & West sides): $29.75
- Lower Level & Ring Seats (North & South ends): $24.50
For more information please contact Charlotte Brown at 850-222-0400 or email fconaway@mailer.fsu.edu.
For Group & Scout discounts, please call Cyndee Young, Group Sales Office at 330-262-9790 or 330-262-9800 for more information. |
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