DON PULLEN: Arts Exhibit Reception & Tribute
- At December 9, 2011
- By Webmaster
- In HMAAC Updates
Jefferson Center and the Harrison Museum of African American Culture are proud to announce two very special events celebrating one of the most extraordinary and innovative jazz pianists and composers of the 20th century, Roanoke’s native son Don Pullen.
DON PULLEN TRIBUTE CONCERT:
Another Reason to Celebrate: The Life & Music of Don Pullen
Saturday, January 14th at 8:00pm
Click on the dates above for more information.
Dred & Harriett Scott – Author Talk & Book Signing – 10/1/2011
- At September 19, 2011
- By Webmaster
- In HMAAC Updates
Dred Scott - Author Signing - 10/1/2011 (click to enlarge)
The 22nd Henry Street Heritage Festival
Saturday September 17, 2011
Elmwood Park
11:30 am to 10 pm
“Rhythms of a Village”
Come and enjoy a celebration of African American heritage (traditions, food, merchandise, and entertainment), and reunite with family and friends as you explore the Rhythms of a Village:
- Merchant Village
- Food Village
- 411 – Community Information Village
- Health Village
- Children’s Village
This year’s festival has two new events: Roanoke’s Got Talent and the HSHF Sweet Potato Pie Bake-off. Think you know talent? Do you have discriminating taste buds? Both events will have audience participation in the Final Judging!
The festival line up:
- Rhythmic Expressions
- Gospel Inspiration
- Sweet Potato Pie Bake Off
- Roanoke’s Got Talent
- Mid-Day Concert Series
- VIBE 100 Concert Series
Come enjoy the Rhythms of 80′s chart topping recording artist LAKESIDE as they take you on a “Fantastic Voyage!” LAKESIDE and other National Recording Artists will be part of the evening concert program.
The Henry Street Heritage Festival (HSHF) is the signature fundraising event for the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, Inc., a non-profit organization (501(c)3). Proceeds from the festival benefit the museum’s operating funds.
Sunday Jazz Brunch – September 11, 2011
- At August 15, 2011
- By Webmaster
- In HMAAC Updates
Inaugural Sunday Jazz Brunch Fundraiser
to benefit the Harrison Museum of African American Culture
Featured Entertainment by Mike Stephens & Friends of Waldorf, Maryland
Read More»Helene Steene – International Artist Exhibit
- At August 4, 2011
- By Webmaster
- In HMAAC Updates
Abstract Impressions: Helene Steene
July 12 – August 8, 2011
Taubman Museum of Art
HMAAC Receives Several Grants
- At April 21, 2011
- By Webmaster
- In HMAAC Updates
- HMMAC Receives the Taubman Grant for $25,000
- HMAAC Receives a grant for $25,000 from the Roanoke Arts Commission
