Sankofa Series: Black Fashion
About this Event
Join us for an immersive journey through Black history, arts, and culture — featuring:
- Coffee Chats with the Curator
- Arts & Crafts
- Film Screenings
- Author Talks & Panel Discussions
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Agenda
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
August 5th: Re-Fashionable: Millinery Workshop with Lisa McFadden
Host: Lisa McFadden
Info: "Spice up your headwear with a Millinery Workshop with designer Lisa McFadden!
Attendees can take part in a hands-on workshop led by Lisa McFadden, where participants will make their own headwear. Materials will be provided for up to 15 adults.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
August 12th: Coffee Talk & Book Discussion
Host: Owen Payne
Info: Join our curator for a casual conversation over coffee while discussing book recommendations and titles that have helped shape Black culture over time.
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
August 19th: Documentary Screening - Donyale Luna Supermodel
Host: Owen Payne
Info: Join us for a screening of Donyale Luna - Supermodel, a documentary following the rise and career of the first black supermodel from Detroit who became the first Black woman to grace the covers of Harper's Bazaar (1965) and British Vogue (1966).
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
August 26th: Black America and Fashion: Panel Discussion
Host: Lisa Mcfadden
Info: "Black Americans have long been the architects of American style, weaving profound cultural narratives into the very fabric of global fashion.
Join us for an evocative conversation exploring the soul of Black fashion, the deeply intentional artistry behind designing as a Black American, and how the garments we wear serve as a living connection to culture and identity. This evening brings together visionary industry insiders and cultural experts to illuminate their creative processes, personal philosophies, and the rich wells of inspiration that fuel their craft.
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