African History Saturdays - Black Excellence Arts Showcase

Name: African History Saturdays - Black Excellence Arts Showcase
Start: 2025-09-06T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-09-06T14:00:00-05:00
Location: W. E. B. DuBois Learning Center

Schedule

Sat Sep 06 2025 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

W. E. B. DuBois Learning Center | Kansas City, KS

Join us for an inspiring session as we honor Black excellence through the transformative power of art, community, and storytelling. In a time when healing and unity are more vital than ever, this gathering centers resilience, justice, and creativity as tools for change.
Next month’s African History Saturdays features Bev Livingston, fierce advocate and founder of Mothers of Incarcerated Sons and Daughters (MISD). A dynamic voice for justice and healing, Bev uplifts families impacted by incarceration and leads with love, truth, and unwavering dedication to restoration in Black communities.
🌟 Highlights of the Day:
- Powerful keynote by Bev Livingston on advocacy, justice, and healing
- Exploring how art fosters resilience and empowers communities
- Uplifting local Black artists and creators of all ages
- Connecting through shared stories, creativity, and collective vision
🌱 Bonus: Enjoy a delicious plant-based lunch featuring mushroom steaks, jasmine rice, black beans, salad and lemon cake. from Gigi’s Vegan + Wellness Café.
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT – OPEN TO ALL AGES
All are welcome—regardless of ethnic background. Especially designed for school-age youth and up.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Community Welcome, Resource Sharing, Art Showcase Opens
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Keynote & Conversation with Bev Livingston
🕜 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Group Dialogue, Art Reflections & Closing
RSVP & Details: www.campchoicekc.com
Call/Text: 816-560-0977
Let’s rise together—through art, truth, and connection—to build a future rooted in restoration and Black brilliance.