Assata's Table: America at 250
About this Event
In recognition of America's 250th anniversary, Assata's House invites you to Assata's Table: an intergenerational gathering centered on food, music, play, and conversation.
As we reflect on 250 years of American history and the many histories that make Philadelphia what it is, we'll create space to consider Black life in the city, the relationships and communities that sustain us, and the possibilities of building a more caring future together.
Our conversation will move through questions of privilege and displacement, the historical narratives that have shaped how Black communities are understood, and the ongoing work of repair after harm within our families and communities.
Drawing inspiration from Philadelphia's Black intellectual and cultural history, we'll consider how historical conditions continue to shape contemporary experiences of belonging, intimacy, and community.
Most importantly, we'll explore what it means to care for one another across generations and throughout the African diaspora. What tools, practices, and frameworks can help us navigate conflict, restore relationships, and create conditions where people can experience greater connection and belonging?
What to expect
Assata's Table is designed as an interactive and welcoming experience, not a lecture or traditional panel discussion.
The evening will include:
- Food & fellowship: Time to enjoy a shared meal and connect with others.
- Community games: Interactive activities that invite playful engagement, shared knowledge, and connection.
- Building intimacy: A facilitated question-based experience that invites participants to consider openness, vulnerability, and how we listen to one another.
- Intergenerational conversation: A guided conversation exploring repair, healing, displacement, belonging, and collective care.
- Reflection & connection: Opportunities to exchange perspectives, listen, and consider what we might carry into our families and communities.
Who should attend?
Everyone is welcome, however BIPOC families and individuals will be centered. We especially invite neighbors, families, community organizers, educators, artists, cultural workers, caregivers, and anyone interested in the relationships and practices that help communities thrive.
This is a family-friendly gathering that welcomes multiple generations. Participants are encouraged to engage at their own comfort level. Sharing is always an invitation, never an obligation. Listening is participation, too.
Come hungry. Come curious. Come as you are.
We look forward to setting the table with you.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 28.52 to USD 49.87
