Join us for the fall 2019 Mattapan Open Streets/Open Studios events taking place October 26 and 27. Saturday, October 26 Neighborhood Cultural & Historical Walking Tour 10:00am Starts @ Young Achievers School 20 Outlook Rd Register Online at https://mattapan_2019_tour.eventbrite.com Artist Showcase Reception 3:30pm – 5:00pm Brother’s Restaurant, 1638 Blue Hill Celebrate local […]
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The Shaw 54th: Restoring the Memorial and the Dialogue on Race
JOIN US as we celebrate the next stage of the important multi-million restoration project to reconstruct the Memorial. This undertaking plays a vital role in the continuing dialogue about the fight for equal rights and social justice in Boston, and as we restore the Memorial, we encourage interpretive programming by organizations to educate all about […]
Skinner Auction | American & European Works of Art
Skinner begins the fall season with a two-day auction of American & European Works of Art, offering a wide variety of prints, photographs, paintings and sculpture from Old Master through Contemporary. Norman Wilfred Lewis (American, 1909-1979) Abstract Signed and dated “NORMAN LEWIS. 66” l.l. Oil on canvas, 38 x 56 in. (96.5 x 142.2 cm), […]
The Ifill Forum: Race, Media, and Democracy
Join us for an annual forum that invites the public into conversations that matter, hosted by The Gwen Ifill College of Media, Arts, and Humanities at Simmons University. Topic: Race, Media, and Democracy Featuring panelists: Yamiche Alcindor, White House Correspondent, PBS NewsHour Asma Khalid, Political Correspondent, NPR Maya Valentine ꞌ19, Press Assistant, U.S. House of […]
END OF SUMMER COOKOUT
The Mayor’s Office of Health & Human Services, in partnership with Bank of America, the Pedro Martinez Foundation, and Hillsong Church, invite you to attend the 2019 End of Summer Cookout!! There will be music, a dunk tank, a bouncy house, carnival games, and free backpacks (as supplies last). If you would like to setup […]
Housing as History: the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative and Orchard Gardens
By the 1980s the Dudley Square neighborhood of Roxbury was facing significant challenges. Absentee landlords had allowed property to deteriorate, left units vacant, or had used arson to raze buildings and make insurance claims. Facing what many considered insurmountable obstacles, the Dudley Street Neighborhood Initiative was formed to create a comprehensive plan for “development without […]
Legacies of 1619: Black Radicalism / Black Power
Facing the hegemonic force of slavery, discrimination, and disenfranchisement, communities of color have resisted and presented radical models of empowerment. Along with countless and often unknown stories of personal courage, large scale resistance, such as Nat Turner’s Rebellion, go back to the very beginnings of the United States. This program will explore the different forms […]
International Women Build Confidence Conference Early Bird
International Women Build Confidence Conference Q: Where is the International Women Build Confidence taking Place? A: IWBCC will take place in Boston, Massachusetts at the Boston Hyatt Regency in Downtown Boston. #IWBCC is located within the historic landmarks of Boston where you’ll be able to take in the breathtaking views of the Charles River and […]
Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park
Elma Lewis was one of Boston’s most revered cultural icons. In the 1950s, she founded the Elma Lewis School for Fine and Performing Arts, where thousands of African-American children and adults learned cultural history, explored their creativity, and cultivated their artistic skills. In the 1960s, Miss Lewis and her students cleared an overgrown area in […]
ROXBURY UNITY PARADE
Roxbury, known for being the heart and soul of Boston’s black culture, will be celebrated for her beauty, diversity, culture, and her resiliency. Let’s walk to pay homage and celebrate our love for Roxbury – a city like no other! Roxbury Unity Parade Sunday, July 21, 2019 Walk begins at 1PM | WALKERS arrive at […]
Unity Peace Festival
1st Annual event! It’s a day of Healing! The goal of the Unity Peace Festival is to unite our diverse community, friends and families. Simply bring your smile. Unity fest celebrates our neighborhoods and helps young people and families connect with organizations and programs that provide services to youth at risk. “In so many areas […]
Life Interrupted Luncheon
Grieving hearts coming together to remember their loved ones. We will have prayer, educational presentation and a counselor on hand at this event. Lunch will also be served. Must RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/life-interrupted-luncheon-tickets-61076753213.
