Collingswood: Stories in Color
Schedule
Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
30 Irvin Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108-3713, United States | Collingswood, NJ
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Stories in Color: A Black History Month CelebrationJoin Collingswood and Perkins Center for the Arts for an afternoon honoring Black history, creativity, and community through visual art, literature, music, and shared conversation.
Date: February 21
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 30 Irvin Ave, Collingswood, NJ
Admission & Dining
General Admission: Free
Food Tickets: $20 advance / $25 at the door
Event Highlights
Artist Talk: Jamil Cobb
Hear from exhibiting artist Jamil Cobb as he discusses Word is Bond, his piece in the current loft exhibition The Untitled Art Exhibition examining language, promise, and the role of Black vernacular in shaping visual identity.
Author Reading: Edra Chandler
Enjoy a live reading by author Edra Chandler, whose work centers storytelling, memory, and intergenerational connection.
Interactive Art Activities
Hands-on art-making opportunities for all ages, inviting participants to add their own stories and perspectives to a shared creative space.
Live Music & Local Vendors
Live music throughout the afternoon alongside a curated selection of local vendors celebrating Black-owned businesses and makers.
Food
Authentic cuisine available with food ticket purchase.
Spend the afternoon in community, reflecting on stories past and present through art, words, and shared space.
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