2nd Annual Marcus Garvey Day Celebration

Schedule

Sun Aug 17 2025 at 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

3115 Kalynne St | Charlotte, NC

Advertisement
Join us for the 2nd Annual Marcus Garvey Day Celebration — a community-centered event honoring the life and legacy of Marcus Mosiah Garvey.
About this Event

Join us for the 2nd Annual Marcus Garvey Day Celebration!

Let's come together to honor the legacy of Marcus Garvey and celebrate his contributions. This in-person event promises a day filled with music, inspirational speakers, and cultural activities. Remember to bring your family and friends for a day of unity and empowerment.

Our guest speaker this year will be scholar-activist, Dynamic Speaker, and Organizational Consultant Professor James Small. He is CEO of Sanaa Lodge Enterprise, Ghana, Ltd.; CEO & President, African-American Management Company, Ghana, Ltd.; International Vice President, Organization of Afro-American Unity (O.A.A.U.); Int'l Vice President of World African Diaspora Union (WADU); Priest of Oya, Babalorisha, Ifa Tradition; former Imam (retired) of the Muslim Mosque Inc. founded by Malcolm X; and past President of the Eastern Region of the Association for the Study of Classical African Civilization (ASCAC).

A graduate of the City College of New York of the City University of New York, Prof. Small also taught for over fifteen years in the Department of Africana Studies of the City College of New York. He holds an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Divinity from Amen-Ra Theological Seminary, Los Angeles, CA.

Prof. Small is the Chief Historical Consultant of MGM+'s Godfather of Harlem TV movie series, starring Forest Whittaker. He's been featured in documentaries: HAPI; 1804; Hidden Colors; Out of Darkness; Heavy is the Crown; ABC Disney's production EPIX documentary series, Whatever Means Necessary; and Consultant & Narrator for Smithsonian Channel documentary, Cassius X: Becoming Ali.


Prof. James Small's Cultural Heritage African Tours, Inc. conducts educational & cultural pilgrimage/tours throughout Africa, Haiti and the United States.


Don't miss out on this opportunity to pay homage to a great ancestor and enjoy a day of community and heritage. See you there!

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

3115 Kalynne St, 3115 Kalynne Street, Charlotte, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 12.51

Ancestralism

Host or Publisher Ancestralism

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Charlotte

Walk with YOUR BEST YOU MEDICAL SPA - CHARLOTTE PRIDE PARADE - AUGUST 17TH
Sun, 17 Aug at 01:00 pm Walk with YOUR BEST YOU MEDICAL SPA - CHARLOTTE PRIDE PARADE - AUGUST 17TH

First Ward Park

PARADES LGBT-PRIDE
HerVenture Showcase: A Pop-Up of Women-Owned Businesses
Sun, 17 Aug at 01:00 pm HerVenture Showcase: A Pop-Up of Women-Owned Businesses

The Picture Project CLT

POP-UPS ART
The Book of Mormon (Touring)
Sun, 17 Aug at 01:30 pm The Book of Mormon (Touring)

TheBOplex

Bloomstitching Workshop
Sun, 17 Aug at 01:30 pm Bloomstitching Workshop

PlantHouse - Charlotte

WORKSHOPS ART
AFRO-CARIBBEAN FEST WITH R2BEES
Sun, 17 Aug at 03:00 pm AFRO-CARIBBEAN FEST WITH R2BEES

4809 Wilkinson Blvd

FESTIVALS
Canvas Art Class
Sun, 17 Aug at 03:00 pm Canvas Art Class

4111 Rose Lake Drive, Charlotte, NC, USA

WORKSHOPS ART
Charlotte Pride Parade
Sun, 17 Aug at 03:30 pm Charlotte Pride Parade

Uptown Charlotte, NC

SPLASH Pride Tea Dance
Sun, 17 Aug at 04:00 pm SPLASH Pride Tea Dance

Bar Argon

NONPROFIT LGBT-PRIDE
Wound Treat Associate (WTA) Course
Thu, 24 Jun at 08:30 am Wound Treat Associate (WTA) Course

Atrium Health At Home (2024 Feb, June Oct - AHAH Union 101 E. Frankl

NONPROFIT WORKSHOPS
MINDSHOP| AI FOR NON TECHIES
Wed, 30 Mar at 07:00 pm MINDSHOP| AI FOR NON TECHIES

Virtual

If you Travel & Live Luxe in Charlotte, NC, You Need to Own a Travel Biz!
Mon, 15 May at 07:00 pm If you Travel & Live Luxe in Charlotte, NC, You Need to Own a Travel Biz!

Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
The Power Of Alignment: How To Master Your Life & Finances (FREE Webinar)
Sun, 08 Oct at 08:00 pm The Power Of Alignment: How To Master Your Life & Finances (FREE Webinar)

Charlotte

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
Innovation Barn: Free Public Tour
Fri, 05 Jan at 10:30 am Innovation Barn: Free Public Tour

932 Seigle Ave

IT
Aligning Passion with Profession:  Your Soul's Journey - Charlotte
Thu, 29 Feb at 11:00 am Aligning Passion with Profession: Your Soul's Journey - Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
Career Confidence for Athletes: TACL Your Post-Sports Success - Charlotte
Thu, 09 Jan at 06:00 pm Career Confidence for Athletes: TACL Your Post-Sports Success - Charlotte

Virtual Via Youtube - Charlotte

SPORTS WORKSHOPS
Sticker Making Workshop
Wed, 29 Jan at 07:00 pm Sticker Making Workshop

1003 Louise Ave Suite A

WORKSHOPS
Earn More Between Closings: For Real Estate & Mortgage Professionals
Tue, 25 Mar at 07:00 pm Earn More Between Closings: For Real Estate & Mortgage Professionals

9711 David Taylor Dr, Charlotte, NC, USA

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
2025 Tuesday Line Dance Class w\/Letasha
Tue, 01 Apr at 07:00 pm 2025 Tuesday Line Dance Class w/Letasha

XLNC Dance Studio

WORKSHOPS PARTIES
Book Haus
Thu, 17 Apr at 06:30 pm Book Haus

beSocial Charlotte

ART LITERARY-ART

What's Happening Next in Charlotte?

Discover Charlotte Events