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Join us for an exploration of the links between site of the region’s Indigenous Ancestors, displaced African American communities and historic waterways.

The Chronicles of Color film series presents a screening of Underground History followed by a conversation with program advisors, filmmakers and community members. The event will provide an opportunity for an exploration of ideas for on-going engagement in community efforts around St. Petersburg’s history, archeology, and cultural heritage.

The discussion will be facilitated by Patrick Arthur Jackson, The Woodson’s Manager of Education, Outreach and Program Design. Presenters include:

Ms. Gwendolyn Reese, President African American Heritage Association of St. Petersburg

Robert (Bob) Austin, Ph.D., Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education, (AWIARE)

Thomas Hallock, Ph.D. Professor, English, Literature & Cultural Studies, University of South Florida

Wanda Stuart, storyteller and resident

Filmmakers Polita Glynn and Devin Rice, Underground History.

This event is presented in collaboration with the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance and Merfolk Media Alliance with support from Florida Humanities.

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Apr 11 2024

Chronicles of Color

Organized by The Woodson African American Museum

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Event Starts
Apr 11 2024 06:00 PM
Event Ends
Apr 11 2024 07:30 PM
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(727) 323-1104
Event Email
education@woodsonmuseum.org
Event Parking
Street and parking lot

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