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SUMMARY:King Day 2026 | The Children Shall Lead
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, January 19 | 11 am – 5 pm | Museum Admission | Kids Free \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum to celebrate King Day 2026 through the eyes of youth activists from the Civil Rights Movement to present day social movements. Program activities will include provoking conversations\, film screenings\, musical performances and a host of family fun filled activities. These programs are inspired by Kid Zone\, the museum’s newest interactive permanent exhibit solely dedicated to children and families.  \nGuest Presenters and Participants Include: \n  \n \n \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/king-day-2026-the-children-shall-lead/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000
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SUMMARY:Holidays at The Lewis | 2025
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 13 | 12:00pm – 4:30pm | Museum Admission \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and bring in the season of Christmas and Kwanzaa with soulful melodies and a little holiday funk. The Baltimore Center Stage will present sample tunes from  Santa Claus Is Comin’\, a dazzling\, family-friendly musical concert celebration by Nygel D. Robinson.  Enjoy live Christmas  music classics from Motown & More and presentations from Dance Baltimore Repertory Ensemble to include a tribute to Paul “Fat Daddy” Johnson’s “Fat Daddy Christmas.”   Experience a storytelling and funky drumming re-interpretation of the Little Drummer Boy song along with the Nativity Story  by  Mama Deborah Pierce Fakunle and Dr. David O. Fakunle.  Children and families will be able to meet and take photos with  Black Santa and participate in a holiday craft project with crafter Sallah Jenkins. \nCelebrate the principles of Kwanzaa for all ages with Culture Queen followed by African drumming and dancing with Nyame Nti Cultural Healing Arts Therapy\, Inc. (N-CHAT). Finally\, explore the Kwanzaa principle Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics ) with Francis Formen of Black Commerce Maryland and Cluster Consulting.  He\, along with several local Black business owners will discuss how this principle strengthens communities by keeping dollars circulating\, lowering costs\, and building collective power.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/holidays-at-the-lewis-2025/
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SUMMARY:Culturally Curated: The Sneaker Chic Edition
DESCRIPTION:Culturally Curated : The Sneaker Chic Edition \nSaturday\, December 6 | 7pm – 10pm | $30 General | $20 Members | $ More at the Door \nStep into the holiday season in your best kicks and your flyest fit! Make protecting Black history one of your reasons for the season and join us for an Insanely Dope evening of Black art\, music and culture! Guests will be immersed in the soulful vocals of Davon Fleming\, the dynamic sounds of DJ Infame\, and the engaging energy of host Tiara LaNiece as she guides us through an unforgettable evening. The creative spirit of the night continues with live art by Reginald A. Lewis of Insanely Dope Designs\, offering an interactive experience that brings artistry to life! Island Quizine will be on site serving a variety of flavorful dishes. \nMore than an evening of entertainment\, this event is a cultural celebration created by our community\, for our community. \nNote for Members: Once you log in the option to pay the member price of $20 will appear. \nCulturally Curated Series\nSmile Photobooth Images\nEvent Images\n 
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/culturally-curated-the-sneaker-chic-edition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T130000
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SUMMARY:An Insanely Dope Artist Conversation: “Taste of Legacy” with Reginald A. Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 22\, 2025 | 1 pm | Museum Admission \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for an artist conversation on its latest art installation\, “Taste of Legacy” with mixed media artist Reginald A. Lewis\, of Insanely Dope Designs and MICA Faculty Staff Rhea Beckett. “Taste of Legacy” is a vibrant tribute to African American heritage\, resilience\, and creativity. Reginald will discuss his journey to becoming  a self-taught artist and muralist who uses his art to “speak to the history and legacy of African American culture.”  \nReginald A. Lewis has participated in over 60 art shows throughout the east and west coast. In addition\, he has collaborated with several national artists including Swizz Beats\, Nipsey Hussle and Wiz Khalifa. \nRhea Beckett is a curator and fifth generation educator whose practice centers knowledge sharing and collaboration. In addition to teaching at MICA\, Rhea is also an adjunct professor of African American art history at Fisk University (Nashville\, TN) and Trinity Washington (Washington\, DC). She is the Founding Director of Black Artist Research Space (BARS)\, a hub for creativity\, scholarship\, and imagination located in Baltimore\, MD.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/an-insanely-dope-artist-conversation-taste-of-legacy-with-reginald-a-lewis/
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SUMMARY:Border State Freedom Seekers: Celebrating Maryland’s Emancipation Day
DESCRIPTION:Border State Freedom Seekers: Celebrating Maryland’s Emancipation Day  \n Saturday\, Nov 1\, 2025 | 1 pm – 3 pm | Cost: Museum General Admission \nDid you know that Maryland legally abolished slavery a year after the Emancipation Proclamation  on November 1\,1864? \nJoin us and historian Maya Davis with author Scott Shane as we explore the complexities of abolishing slavery in this southern border state while also learning about earlier freedom fighters who helped enslaved Marylanders gain their freedom. Author Scott Shane will discuss the compelling story of Thomas Smallwood\, a self-educated former Maryland slave turned abolitionist in Shane’s book\, Flee North: A Forgotten Hero and the Fight for Freedom in Slavery’s Borderland. Maya Davis\, Director of the Riversdale House Museum will discuss the origins of Emancipation Day and its impact on the state of Maryland. \nScott Shane was a reporter for 15 years at The New York Times\, where he was twice a member of teams that won Pulitzer Prizes\, and before that for 21 years at The Baltimore Sun.  \nMaya Davis is the Director of the Riversdale House Museum\, the former 19th Century Plantation home in Prince George’s County. Prior to her arrival she was the Research Archivist and Legislative Liaison at the Maryland State Archives where she consulted on statewide projects related to the African American experience. Previously she served as the Vice Chair of the Annapolis 1864 Commission to Commemorate Maryland Emancipation Day.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/emancipation-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T220000
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SUMMARY:Culturally Curated: Genius Vibes Edition
DESCRIPTION:Culturally Curated : Genius Vibes Edition \n Friday\, October 3 | 7pm – 10pm \nThe Lewis museum is excited to present our first “Genius Vibes” Culturally Curated Social Event. This dynamic evening is designed to bring our people together through the richness of Black art\, music\, and culture! \nGuests will enjoy the smooth live sounds of The Spence Start Trio\, the vibrant mixes of DJ NO ID\, and the energy of our host Cool Ant guiding the night. Adding to the experience\, artist Bryan Robinson will create a live art piece during the event\, offering an interactive and creative element for attendees. To round out the evening\, local food trucks will be on site with a variety of delicious eats to enjoy. \nThis event is more than a night out\, it is a cultural celebration curated by our community\, for our community. \nJoin us as we vibe\, connect\, and celebrate our culture \nMust be 21+ to enter. \nNote for Members: Once you log in the option to pay the member price of $20 will appear. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/culturally-curated-genius-vibes-edition/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
DTSTAMP:20260409T123433
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SUMMARY:Blacks in White: African American Health Professionals Satellite Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The Reginald F. Lewis Museum is proud to announce the opening of its newest touchpoint satellite gallery exhibition on September 19\, 2025 at The Village at Mondawmin! \nThe Lewis at Mondawmin is a satellite gallery space created to extend the reach\, impact\, and presence of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture into the heart of the community. Located inside The Village at Mondawmin—a historic shopping center and civic hub for West Baltimore—this new exhibit space offers an accessible\, community-rooted platform for rotating exhibitions and interactive displays that celebrate Maryland’s rich African American history and culture. \nBlacks In White: African American Health Professionals highlights the vital contributions of Black healthcare professionals and institutions in Maryland\, with a focus on West Baltimore. Spanning the late 19th and 20th centuries\, the exhibit features pioneering institutions such as Provident Hospital\, the Helene Fuld Nursing School\, and Young’s Pharmacy\, as well as the leaders behind them\, including Dr. Howard E. Young and Dr. Nellie Louis Young. In the face of systemic and medical racism\, these professionals provided essential care\, trained future generations of nurses\, and built institutions that served communities often denied access to quality healthcare. Emerging from a vibrant\, resilient West Baltimore\, their legacy reflects the power of community\, dedication\, and the ongoing pursuit of health equity for all. \n? Location: The Village at Mondawmin\, 3201 Tioga Parkway East Entrance\, Baltimore\, MD 21215 \nExplore the legacy of African American health professionals through powerful stories\, images\, and artifacts. Now on view at The Village at Mondawmin—join us in celebrating their strength\, resilience\, and brilliance! \nExhibition Page
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/blacks-in-white-african-american-health-professionals-satellite-gallery/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000
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SUMMARY:Jubilee: St. James at 200 | Film Screening and Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Jubilee: St. James at 200 | Film Screening and Panel Discussion \nFriday\, September 5 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for a film screening celebrating the legacy of the oldest African American Episcopal church in the southern United States. This 65 minute documentary by filmmaker\, Russell Sharman\, highlights St. James Church in west Baltimore and its recent 200th anniversary.  A panel discussion will follow the film screening and church artifacts are currently on view in the exhibition\, Stitched in Favor\, 200  years of the Historic St. James Episcopal Church at the Maryland Center for History and Culture. \nPanelists include: \n\nRussell Sharman\, Filmmaker \nChloe Green\, Public Program and Outreach Manager\, Maryland Center for History and Culture \nRebecca Johns Hackett\, BCCC Historian and contributor to the Stitched in Favor Exhibition \nHelen Griffin Anderson\, Senior Warden\, St. James Church \nDr. Lawrence Jackson\, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of English and History\, Johns Hopkins University \n\nFilm Trailer Here\nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/jubilee-st-james-at-200/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250725
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SUMMARY:Gilder Lehrman Institute Teacher Seminar Online:Ida B. Wells\, Jim Crow\, and Women’s Rights in Partnership with the Reginald F. Lewis Museum
DESCRIPTION:Gilder Lehrman Institute Teacher Seminar Online:Ida B. Wells\, Jim Crow\, and Women’s Rights in Partnership with the Reginald F. Lewis Museum \nLive Zoom Sessions: Monday\, July 21- Thursday\, July 24\, 2025 | 11 am – 1 pm \nRegistration Deadline | Thursday\, July 17\, 2025 | Admission: $25 for Teacher Seminar Program \nThis seminar explores the history of African Americans between 1865 and the 1930s by taking a close look at the life of anti-lynching crusader Ida B. Wells. Most known for her crusade against lynching\, she was a social justice warrior whose long career as a civil rights activist illustrates the many challenges faced by African Americans during her lifetime. This seminar uses Wells’ life as a focal point for understanding not only anti-lynching\, but also the rise of Jim Crow\, the history of early Black civil rights organizations and women’s clubs\, the Great Migration\, the African American experience during the World War I era\, and the emergence of New Negro leadership. \nThe Reginald F. Lewis Museum will present two online sessions during this seminar examining the last documented lynchings of Matthew Williams (1931) and George Armwood (1933) from the museum’s Lynching in Maryland installation. This new exhibition seeks to honor the victims of the 38 documented racial terror lynchings that occurred in the state of Maryland between 1854 and 1933. Dr. Charles Chavis\, Jr. and Dr. Brian Morrison are the participating guest scholars for these two online sessions. Dr. Chavis will discuss his latest book\, The Silent Shore: The Lynching of Matthew Williams and the Politics of Racism in the Free State. \nMia Bay is the lead scholar for the Gilder Lehrman Institute Teacher Seminar Online:Ida B. Wells\, Jim Crow\, and Women’s Rights. Bay’s works include Ida B Wells\, The Light of Truth: The Writings of An Anti-Lynching Crusader. Mia Bay is the Paul Mellon Professor of American History at the University of Cambridge. \nLearn More & Register Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/gilder-lehrman-institute-teacher-seminar-online/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T180000
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SUMMARY:Jubilee: A Celebration of 20 Years of The Lewis\, Black Cultural Expression\, Freedom\, and Music
DESCRIPTION:Jubilee: A Celebration of 20 Years of The Lewis\, Black Cultural Expression\, Freedom\, and Music \nThis Juneteenth\, we’re honoring Black brilliance\, resilience\, and creativity with a celebration like no other. \n\nThursday\, June 19\, 2025 | 11 AM to 6 PM\nReginald F. Lewis Museum | FREE for the community!\n\nJoin us for a full day of powerful performances\, inspiring conversations\, interactive art\, delicious food\, and joyful experiences rooted in the richness of African American culture. \nCelebrate 20 years of The Lewis museum as a beacon of Black excellence\, unity\, and empowerment. Bring the whole family! This day is for all generations to celebrate our freedom and Blackness together! \nJuneteenth\, first celebrated in 1866\, marks the day enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Help us protect and preserve Black history for future generations! \nRegister Here\nPress Release\nJuneteenth Pictures\nJuneteenth Recap Video\n  \nMedia Coverage: \n\nUS News: The 16 Best Places to Celebrate Juneteenth in 2025 \nWBAL TV -If you’re visiting Baltimore\, try these fun summer activities \nAFRO-Lewis museum marks 20 years with joyful Juneteenth celebration \nThe Baltimore Sun- 6 things to do in Baltimore\, June 13-19\nBaltimore Orioles- Celebrate Juneteenth at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum! \nWBAL-TV- Celebrating Juneteenth with the Reginald F. Lewis Museum \nWBAL Radio From Baltimore to Wall Street: Book tour spotlights Reginald F. Lewis’ billion dollar journey \nCBS News- Baltimore’s Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates Black History on Juneteenth \nWBAL-TV Lewis Museum event underscores history behind Juneteenth \nWBALTV Youtube- Lewis Museum underscores history behind Juneteenth \nWJZ- Baltimore’s Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates Black freedom on Juneteenth \nWMAR Juneteenth “Day of Jubilee” celebration takes over Lewis Museum today – WMAR \nWMAR YouTube- Juneteenth “Day of Jubilee” celebration takes over Lewis Museum today\nCBS News- Around Town: Baltimore’s Reginald F. Lewis Museum celebrates Juneteenth – CBS News \nBaltimore Magazine- The Best Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth Around Baltimore This Week \nYahoo- Juneteenth “Day of Jubilee” celebration takes over Lewis Museum today – Yahoo\nBaltimore Banner- What to do in Baltimore this weekend\, including AFRAM and Juneteenth events \nWEAA Celebrating Culture and Community: Reginald F. Lewis Museum Marks 20 Years \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/jubilee-a-celebration-of-20-years-of-the-lewis-black-cultural-expression-freedom-and-music/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
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SUMMARY:A Lewis Table Talk with Tamara Tunie | Discussing Her Life\, Career\, & New Endeavor\, "Beyond The Gates" Moderated by LaDawn Black
DESCRIPTION:A Lewis Table Talk with Tamara Tunie | Discussing Her Life\, Career\, & New Endeavor\, “Beyond The Gates” Moderated by LaDawn Black \nSaturday\, May 10th | 2 pm – 4 pm | Museum Admission \nClear your calendar for the Lewis Museum’s post gala celebration! \nOn Saturday\, May 10 at 2pm\, we’re bringing the elegance\, wisdom\, and brilliance of Tamara Tunie to The Lewis! \nFrom her powerful performances throughout her career\, to her bold new project “Beyond the Gates\,” this is your chance to hear it all—up close and personal. \nHosted by the always fabulous media personality LaDawn Black\, this conversation will be real\, inspiring\, and unforgettable. Kick off your Mother’s Day weekend and come on down to The Lewis. Come ready to be moved\, motivated\, and in great company! \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/a-lewis-table-talk-with-tamara-tunie/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T230000
DTSTAMP:20260409T123433
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SUMMARY:2025 Reginald F. Lewis Museum 20th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:2025 Reginald F. Lewis Museum 20th Anniversary Gala \nMay 8\, 2025 |  6:30 pm – 11 pm  \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum as we celebrate 20 years of Maryland’s Black art\, history\, and culture at our 20th Anniversary Gala on Thursday\, May 8th at the M&T Bank Exchange in Baltimore\, Maryland. Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring a special musical performance by “The Voice” finalist\, and Maryland native\, Davon Fleming. This is a celebration you won’t want to miss! \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/2025-reginald-f-lewis-20th-anniversary-gala/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTSTAMP:20260409T123433
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SUMMARY:High School Juried Art Show: Labor\, Leadership\, and Legacy 2025 Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:On View | Saturday\, April 27\, 2025 – Monday\, September 29\, 2025 | Museum Admission \nThe Reginald F. Lewis Museum proudly presents the annual High School Juried Art Show (HSJAS) —an opportunity to celebrate and honor the remarkable artistic talent of Maryland youth from all 25 school districts across the state.  \nThe annual High School Juried Art Show (HSJAS) celebrates and honors the remarkable artistic talent of Maryland youth from all 25 school districts across the state. In celebration of the museum’s 20th anniversary\, students were encouraged to create artwork that honors the legacies of iconic Maryland leaders\, trailblazers\, entrepreneurs\, and visionaries whose contributions have shaped the state’s history. \nWith the generous support of the Maryland State Education Association (MSEA)\, this exhibition provides a platform for students in grades 10–12 to showcase their creativity\, voice\, and vision. \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/high-school-juried-art-show-labor-leadership-and-legacy-2025-exhibition/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250412
DTSTAMP:20260409T123433
CREATED:20250401T152408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T172836Z
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SUMMARY:Freddie Gray & The Baltimore Uprising:10 Years Later  Reflecting\, Reckoning\, and Rebuilding
DESCRIPTION:April 10 | Reginald F. Lewis Museum | 3 pm – 8 pm | FREE \nTen years later\, we reflect\, we remember\, and we push for reform. Join us for Freddie: The Murder\, The Uprising\, The Reform\, a two-day symposium examining the impact of Freddie Gray’s death and the movement that reshaped Baltimore policing. \nFeaturing powerful voices like Fredricka Gray\, Mayor Brandon Scott\, Dr. Benjamin Chavis\, Civil Rights Legend Billy Murphy\, Dayvon Love\, Donte Hickman\, Dr. Kaye\, Jan Bledsoe\, Sen. Antonio Hayes and more—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. \nApril 11 | 10 am – 4 pm | Reginald F. Lewis Museum \nPresented by Murphy\, Falcon & Murphy & The Reginald F. Lewis Museum. \n \n \nRegister Here | Day 1 \nRegister Here | Day 2
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/freddie-gray-the-baltimore-uprising/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T200000
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SUMMARY:Kid Zone Community Public Scoping Engagement Meeting II
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 8 | 6pm-8pm  | FREE \nWe Want Your Feedback! \nWe will introduce the schematic design concept for the Kids Zone interactive exhibit space presented by Proun Design.  \nThis new children’s exhibit space will engage young visitors and enhance their knowledge of and appreciation for the artistic and cultural contributions of Maryland’s African Americans. The 672 square foot space will be designed to support engagement opportunities for children of all backgrounds and abilities through tactile learning tools\, exhibition texts and displays for all learning levels\, as well as art-making activities. This new exhibition experience will provide tactile objects and art activities that complement the museum’s permanent collection\, which tells the story of African American Marylanders from 1784 to the present.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/kid-zone-community-public-scoping-engagement-meeting-ii/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T123433
CREATED:20250311T145315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T210119Z
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SUMMARY:HBCU Day: Cultivating Activism – Their Impact Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:HBCU Day: Cultivating Activism – Their Impact Then and Now \n MARCH 29\, 2025 |  11 am to 7 pm | FREE \nSpend the day on the yard at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum with roundtable panel discussions on HBCU activism\, Greek Step Show performances and HBCU fun activities for kids. An educational session on how to pay for college and HBCU Resource Tables with local representatives will be included.  Visitors will be able to mix and mingle later in the afternoon with an HBCU happy hour to include a wine tasting and live music from DJ No ID. \nDr. Ida Jones from Morgan State University will moderate panel conversation with HBCU alums to  explore how local HBCUs  foster their civic consciousness  to become impactful change agents during the civil rights movements and beyond. Conversations will include Omega Psi Phi’s Pi Chapter’s involvement to bring Malcolm X to Morgan State’s campus for a debate as well as civic protests taking place on Morgan’s campus during the 70s and 90s. HBCU alums  who have used their platform for legislative activism will also be explored. Museum visitors are encouraged to wear their school colors and Greek paraphernalia. This event is inspired by the iWitness: Media and the Movement exhibition and in conjunction with the Malcolm Bernard HBCU College Fair. \nPresenters Include: \n\n\nDr. Ida Jones\, University Archivist – Morgan State University \n\n\nPaula Dofat\, Founder of HBCU Money Guide \n\n\nBaltimore City Councilwoman Phylicia Porter – Morgan State University\, Master of Public Health \n\n\nMaryland Senator Michael Bowen Mitchell – Lincoln University\, BA\, Class of 1967 \n\n\nTravis Mitchell\, Senior VP &  Chief Content Officer\, MPT – Morgan State University Alum\, Class of 1992 \n\n\nDr. Charles D Fletcher Jr.\, Class of 1970 \n\n\nEddie Smith – Morgan State University Alum \n\n\nRashad Staton – Catalyst for Change – Morgan State Alum\, Class of 2014 \n\n\nFraternal Members and Historians of Omega Psi Phi Pi Chapter – Morgan State University Alums | Brothers Kino Glover\, James Watt and Walid Gill \n\n\nGreek Organizations from Bowie State University and Morgan State University \n\n\nIn conjunction with iWitness: Media and the Movement Exhibition  \nEvent Images
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/hbcu-day/
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SUMMARY:From Newsroom to Media Innovators: The AFRO’s Journey
DESCRIPTION:From Newsroom to Media Innovators: The AFRO’s Journey \nSaturday\, March 22 | 2 pm | Museum Admission \nJoin us for a compelling discussion on the AFRO Newspaper’s transformation from a weekly periodical into a dynamic media company. Hear from AFRO CEO Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper\, Managing Editor Alexis Taylor\, and Executive Director of Afro Charities\, Savannah Wood\, as they discuss their collaborative efforts to amplify community voices\, innovate in media production\, and safeguard the AFRO’s archives for future generations. Moderated by Deyane Moses\, Director of Programs and Partnerships at Afro Charities. \nThis program is in conjunction with Titan: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/the-afros-journey/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T150000
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SUMMARY:Theater Reading Presentation: Mrs. Richardson presented by Morgan State Theater
DESCRIPTION:Performance Reading: Mrs. Richardson presented by Theatre Morgan \nSaturday\, March 8 | 1 pm  \nWhen freedom riders arrived in Cambridge\, Maryland in the early winter of 1962\, Gloria Richardson\, a forty-year-old single mother\, was busy working in her family store and raising her two teenaged girls.   Upset by the brutal arrest of activists\, as well as her daughters’ growing disillusionment\, Richardson accepted an offer to co-chair the Cambridge Nonviolent Action Committee\, which had organized staged sit-ins to protest racial discrimination. \nCelebrate Women’s History Month  through a performance reading of Mrs. Richardson written by playwright historian Dr. Peter Levy and presented by Theatre Morgan students of Morgan State University.  In less than three years\, she helped build one of the most vibrant local movements in the nation\, compelled the Kennedy administration to negotiate an unprecedented treaty agreement\, which provided jobs\, housing\, and desegregated public accommodations\, and established a collaborative project with Malcolm X.  Richardson was also one of seven “Negro Women Fighters for Freedom” officially recognized and seated on the stage of the 1963 March on Washington.  \nThis program is in conjunction with iWitness: Media and the Movement \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/mrs-richardson-presented-by-morgan-state-theater/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000
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SUMMARY:HBCU Film Screening and Discussion | Hampton University: One of the Wonders of the World | EVENT POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:HBCU Film Screening and Discussion | Hampton University: One of the Wonders of the World  \nSaturday\, February 22 | POSTPONED \nSpend the afternoon in conversation with HBCU education Titans Dr. William Harvey (Hampton University) and Dr. David Kwabena Wilson (Morgan State University) following a film screening of Hampton University: One of the Wonders of the World with Emmy award winning filmmaker Phil Branch. Through this short film visitors will come to understand Dr. Harvey’s incredible 44 year legacy as President of Hampton University\,  who was an iconic leader in HBCU education and leadership. For more than a decade\, Dr. Wilson has not only been a transformative president at Morgan but has emerged as a leader among university presidents nationwide as well as an effective advocate for HBCUs and the role they play in developing leaders and serving the needs of their community\, state\, and nation. In this enlightening conversation both leaders would discuss their leadership and vision building both of these educational institutions. This program is moderated by Edwin T. Johnson\, PhD\, Special Assistant to the Provost and University Historian at Morgan State University who is also the chair for The Maryland Commission of African American History and Culture (MCAAHC). \nThis program is in conjunction with TITAN | The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis.
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/hbcu-film-screening-and-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T140000
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SUMMARY:Tom Miller Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tom Miller Art Workshop \nSaturday\, February 15 | 12 pm to 2 pm \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum during the 5th annual Tom Miller Week in celebrating the life and legacy of one of Baltimore’s most treasured artists with an art workshop with community artist Sallah Jenkins decorating a trinket box to furnish your favorite room or table. Founded by Blackives\, LLC\, the Tom Miller Week is a community  event supported by local museums dedicated to convey his bold\, whimsical art and capture Miller’s contributions that  inspire art lovers throughout Baltimore. This program is suitable for all ages. \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/tom-miller-art-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T183000
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SUMMARY:Short Kuts Show | Unbreakable Love: The Power of Black Love in Healing and Resistance
DESCRIPTION:Short Kuts Show | Unbreakable Love: The Power of Black Love in Healing and Resistance \nThursday\, February 13 | 6:30 pm | Museum Admission \nDid you  know that abolitionist Frederick Douglass chose Valentine Day’s as the day to celebrate his birthday\, as his birthdate was unknown to him as an enslaved person? Celebrate the strength of Black love with storytellers of  The Short Kuts Show\, tracing its roots through the hardships of slavery\, segregation\, and systemic racism. This show highlights how love—whether from a partner\, family\, or community—has been a source of resilience\, strength\, and healing\, playing a crucial role in overcoming trauma and oppression.  \nMeet the Lancasters: stand-up comedian Larry Lancaster and his wife\, singer Kimberly Holloway\, will host an unforgettable Black Love Storyteller event. Kimberly Holloway\, formerly known as K. Holloway\, is an American singer and actress from Baltimore\, MD. American Idol fans may remember her from Season 4\, where she made history as the youngest contestant to reach the Top 20. Headlining the evening is Larry Lancaster\, a dynamic comedian and entertainer. He is the host of Throwback Saturdays (Saturdays\, 10 AM–12 PM) and Good Morning Baltimore (weekdays\, 7 AM–10 AM) on WEAA 88.9 FM Radio. His impressive career includes appearances on The Apollo and BET’s Comic View\, as well as national television commercials\, comedy clubs\, theaters\, and colleges across the country. Larry has shared the stage with legendary entertainers such as Mike Epps\, Paul Mooney\, Bruce Bruce\, Rodney Perry\, Cedric The Entertainer\, Eddie Griffin\, Tony Rock\, Sommore\, Michael Blackson\, Tracy Morgan\, and musical icons Musiq Soulchild and Chrisette Michele. \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/short-kuts-show-unbreakable-love/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
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SUMMARY:TITAN | The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis
DESCRIPTION:TITAN | The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis  \n February 8\, 2025 – April 2026 \nTITAN: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis offers an in-depth journey into the extraordinary life and lasting legacy of Maryland native\, Reginald Francis Lewis. Widely celebrated as the first African American to establish and lead a billion-dollar company\, Lewis transcended the realm of business as a multifaceted figure—a devoted family man\, skilled lawyer\, and pioneering trailblazer. This exhibition unveils the many elements that define the remarkable life of a maverick. \nTITAN unveils the lesser-known facets of Lewis’ life\, chronicling his rise from a hardworking student to a global business leader whose impact extended far beyond boardrooms. Through personal artifacts\, rare photographs\, and intimate narratives\, visitors will gain insight into the values that shaped his character\, the obstacles he overcame with resilience and strategy\, and the revolutionary spirit that guided his remarkable journey. \nAs the Reginald F. Lewis Museum commemorates its 20th anniversary of amplifying African American narratives in Maryland\, TITAN stands as a powerful tribute to his enduring legacy. The museum\, named in his honor\, was funded by a public/private partnership between the State of Maryland\, a $5 million lead gift from the Reginald F. Lewis Foundation as well as other private funding partners ensured that his mission of empowerment and opportunity continues to inspire future generations. His story remains a beacon of hope\, emphasizing the importance of breaking barriers and striving for excellence. \nPlan Your Visit
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/titan/
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SUMMARY:Free Community Day | Titan: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis 
DESCRIPTION:Free Community  Day | TITAN: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis | Hosted by the Baltimore (MD) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. \nSaturday\, February 8th | 10 am- 5 pm \nAt TITAN | Free Community Day we will proudly unveil TITAN: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis\, a powerful new exhibition honoring our namesake\, and the first African American to lead a billion-dollar company. \nTITAN unveils the lesser-known facets of Lewis’ life\, chronicling his rise from a hardworking student to a global business leader whose impact extended far beyond boardrooms. Through personal artifacts\, rare photographs\, and intimate narratives\, visitors will gain insight into the values that shaped his character\, the obstacles he overcame with resilience and strategy\, and the revolutionary spirit that guided his remarkable journey. \nHosted by the Baltimore (MD) Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi\, Inc.\, this electrifying event gives you exclusive access to the grand unveiling of TITAN: The Legacy of Reginald F. Lewis! Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Black excellence\, leadership\, and culture. \nJoin us for: \n•A panel conversation with Tarrus Richardson and Jeff Johnson\n•A step presentation from members of Kappa Alpha Psi\n•For the kids: Restaurant Challenge with Paula Goddard\n•Music by DJ Davy J\n•Food sponsored by Johns Hopkins University \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/titan-community-free-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T143000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Water’s Edge - Black Watermen of the Chesapeake
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Water’s Edge – Black Watermen of the Chesapeake \nSaturday\, February 1 | 2:30 pm  \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and The Institute of Marine and Environmental Technology (IMET)  to celebrate ASALH 2025 Black History Theme (African Americans and Labor) with a film screening and panel discussion on Maryland’s Black watermen. This program is in commemoration of Vincent Leggett\, founder of the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation. Water’s Edge: Black Watermen of the Chesapeake reveals the unique relationship and untold stories between African Americans and the Chesapeake Bay. Water’s Edge: Black Watermen of the Chesapeake chronicles unsung Marylanders that revolutionized an industry\, dreamed beyond their circumstance and are still keeping this tradition alive today. Meet George H. Brown\, an ambitious steamboat captain that revolutionized recreation for Black Marylanders in the early twentieth century\, innovators like the Turner Family of Bellevue and present-day captains who have survived by shifting their businesses from commercial fishing to chartering fishing parties. \nPanel Participants Include: \n\n\nDee Dee Strum\, Interim CEO and President for Blacks of The Chesapeake \n\n\nCaptain Tyrone Meredith of Captain Tyrone Charters \n\n\nImani Black\, Founder and President of Minorities in Aquaculture \n\n\nNoelle Gibson \n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/black-watermen-of-the-chesapeake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T160000
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SUMMARY:KING DAY 2025 | An Era of Creative Maladjustment
DESCRIPTION:KING DAY 2025 | An Era of Creative Maladjustment \nJanuary 20 | 11 am – 4pm | FREE \n“There are some things in our society\, some things in our world\, to which we should never be adjusted.” – Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nCelebrate KING DAY 2025 at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum as we reflect upon moving forward with purpose tackling new challenges and injustices within our community while making creative adjustments. The Lewis museum will host a mainstage panel discussion that responds to a 1967 quote from Rev. Dr. Martin  Luther King\, Jr.\, “There are some things in our society\, some things in our world\, to which we should never be adjusted.” He calls for “creative maladjustment\,” he further states\, “we may be able to emerge from the bleak and desolate midnight of man’s inhumanity to man\, into the bright and glittering daybreak of freedom and justice.” \nThis panel seeks understanding\, healing and active solutions in the dawn of a new political era and will be  moderated by Dr. Ida Jones\, historian and archivist at Morgan State University. We have invited thought leaders in the areas of history\, activism\, mental health\, politics and religion to discuss pertinent African American community and sociopolitical topics. Panelists include Tykia Warden\, President & CEO\, Greater Baltimore Urban League\, Rev. Donte Hickman\, Southern Baptist Church\, Dayvon Love\, Director of Public Policy for  Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle\, Dr. A’tasha M. Christian\, LPC and Awanya Anglin\, President of the Baltimore Chapter of National Council of Negro Women. \nVisitors will also learn about Civil Rights activist Walter P. Carter\, often dubbed the “Martin Luther King\, Jr. of Maryland” and connect with his daughter\, former Maryland Senator Jill P. Carter\, Esq. as she reflects upon her father’s legacy as a key foot soldier of the Maryland Movement. There will be dance performances by Full Circle Dance Company “Season of Power” with choreographer Hope Byers. Holistic workshops will be offered which includes yoga\, drumming and an opportunity to express oneself in a workshop to create “protest affirmations” with artist\, Sallah Jenkins. More importantly\, outreach materials and resources that positively impact the community such as voter registration information and mental health support will also be available. This program is part of a series of ongoing events associated with our exhibits: iWitness: Media & The Movement and Lynching in Maryland. \nEvent Images
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/king-day-an-era-of-creative-maladjustment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T150000
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SUMMARY:Holidays at The Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Holidays at The Lewis \nSaturday\, December 21 | 11 am – 3 pm \nCelebrate the upcoming holidays this month to include Christmas and Kwanzaa activities  at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum.  Festivities will include  a Kwanzaa candle lighting ceremony with  African dancing and drumming with Sankofa Dance Theater\, choral singing by the Singing Sensations Youth Choir\, a presentation on Center Stage’s Black Nativity and an author’s reading of Hair Like Obama’s\, Hands Like Lebron’s by children’s author Carole Boston Weatherford.   \nEvent Images
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/holidays-at-the-lewis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
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SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Cookies and Canvas for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Art Workshop: Cookies and Canvas for Kids \nSaturday\, December 7th | 12pm \nNibble on cookies and candy while painting your own Candy Land canvas masterpiece inspired by the exhibition artworks from Danny Simmons: The Journey to Everything. Participants will have a fun time experimenting with paint on canvas with visual artist Reginald Lewis.  \nWorkshop Class size is limited. Included with Museum Admission. \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/art-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T210000
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SUMMARY:The Journey to Everything: A Spoken Word Poetry Event with Lady Brion and Friends
DESCRIPTION:The Journey to Everything: A Spoken Word Poetry Event with Lady Brion and Friends \nFriday\, December 6th | Doors Open at 6:30pm | 7 pm – 9 pm \nExperience a night of poetry with a host of community poets using their craft as wordsmiths to express their personal and ongoing experiences living life to the fullest as people of color in today’s America.  Featured artists include Lady Brion\, Nia June\, Tony Keith\, Jr.\, DaTruthDaPoet\, Ephraim Nehemiah and music by Brandon Woody. Lady Brion and DJ Cuff  will host this curated spoken word event. Desert refreshments will be served. \nThis program is in conjunction with the art exhibition\, Danny Simmons: The Journey to Everything. \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/a-spoken-word-poetry-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T120000
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SUMMARY:Artist Conversation: Frederick Douglass | Liberty 
DESCRIPTION:Artist Conversation: Frederick Douglass | Liberty  \nSaturday\, November 23 | 12pm \nJoin the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for an artist conversation on their latest art installation\, Frederick Douglass| Liberty with artist\, Adam Himoff and historian\, Dr. Noelle Trent. Frederick Douglass | Liberty is a modernized reimagining of the American abolitionist\, writer\, orator\, and statesman Frederick Douglass (1817-1895). In the portrait\, he is confident\, determined\, and courageous as we know him\, but he is also remarkably hip and stylish in modern fashion and posed before a graffiti-scrawled space. Adam Himoff will discuss his inspiration behind the piece which has sparked both admiration and controversy from viewers. \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/artist-conversation-frederick-douglass-liberty/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000
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SUMMARY:Kid Zone Public Scoping Engagement Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Kid Zone Public Scoping Engagement Meeting \nThursday\, November 21\, 2024 | 6pm  | FREE \nThis new children’s exhibit space will welcome young visitors (toddler through pre-teen) and enhance their knowledge of and appreciation for the artistic and cultural contributions of Maryland’s African Americans.  \nThe 672 square foot space will be designed to support engagement opportunities for children of all backgrounds and abilities through tactile learning tools\, exhibition texts and displays for all learning levels\, as well as art-making activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, the space will be accessible with child-safe vitrines\, furnishings\, and flooring\, as well as on-site strollers and wheelchairs.  \nThis new exhibition experience will provide tactile objects and art activities that complement the museum’s permanent collection\, which tells the story of African American Marylanders from 1784 to the present. The dedicated space will also feature objects\, texts\, and activities that will highlight the museum’s temporary and rotating exhibitions.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://archive.lewismuseum.org/event/public-scoping-engagement-meeting/
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