Juneteenth at ABQ Civic Plaza
Come on down to the City of Albuquerque’s official Juneteenth: From Freedom to Prosperity! Celebrate with live music and DJs, a market, nonprofits, a great lineup of food trucks, and more…
The Green Book and the Roots of Route 66 Talk
Join the leading Green Book expert in the US, Candacy Taylor, as she discusses her book Overground Railroad and Black Travel in America from the ’30s through the ’60s. This FREE museum event takes place on Opening Day for the Exhibit “The Other Route 66: 100 Years of People, Identity, and Place in Albuquerque.” Free […]
*FREE* Lobo Baseball Jackie Robinson Game
Let’s pack the stands for Lobo Baseball’s celebration of baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson! UNM’s Lobos will take on San Diego State. Bring the kids for a pre-game toy giveaway and post-game running of the bases! Admission is FREE! Lobo Baseball Field is south of The Pit. Exit off I-25 at Avenida Cesar Chavez and head […]
Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast
Grant Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church hosts its 30th annual event commemorating the life and legacy of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebrate together, dedicating ourselves to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive society for all Americans. This year’s guest speaker will be Dr. Michael W. Waters, Pastor-Professor-Author-Advocate. Get your tickets for the annual breakfast […]
Under the Blacklight with the Association for the Study of African American Life and History
This episode of Under the Blacklight will examine the impact of the first 100 days of the Trump presidency as it has affected the fight for racial justice, the promise of a multiracial democracy, and the preservation of Black history. Register and get Zoom info HERE. Hosted by the Freedom to Learn in partnership with […]
August Wilson’s Two Trains Running
Explore the depth of racism’s roots in America with August Wilson’s Pulitzer-finalist 1990 play. The last in Wilson’s Pittsburgh cycle, the play takes place in the context of the civil-rights movement, rioting, and gentrification, and focuses on Memphis Lee’s attempts to get a fair price for his restaurant when the city pans to demolish it.
The Civil Rights Movement, 1961-1968: An Insider’s View and Historical Context
Examine political, economic, social and educational advantage and disadvantage during segregation. What changes came during the 1961-1968 period? Why did this happen, and what can people do to define and bring about change? $25 course fee. Register here.
AAMCCNM Community Planning Discussion
The African American Museum and Cultural Center of New Mexico (AAMCCNM) invites you to help shape its vision for a new home! Join a community discussion on the newly completed architectural plans for this future cultural landmark. Thoughts? Questions? Come and share! Join Zoom Meeting at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81219876045
Without Permission or Apology: The Life and Career of Mary Edmonia Lewis
“In the first study of its kind about Lewis’ career, Dr. Buick will illustrate how 19th century mixed African-American and Native American (Mississauga Ojibwe) artist Mary Edmonia Lewis, also known as “Wildfire,” navigated through 19th century U.S. and European cultures. Learn how Lewis’ art was perceived, and how she created distinctly “American” art touching upon […]
The Vice President’s Black Wife: Julia Chinn and the Story of Black Women’s Labor
Join in a fascinating conversation with award-winning historian Amrita Myers, viewing intersectionality and economics in the antebellum period through the lens of Julia Ann Chinn, enslaved wife of Martin Van Buren’s vice president. Presented by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History.