Banneker-Douglass Museum Celebrates Black History Month
The Banneker-Douglass Museum is celebrating Black History Month with a series of exciting events centered on the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) theme of Black Resistance.
As ASALH notes, “African Americans have resisted historical and ongoing oppression,” and the Banneker-Douglass Museum and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture aim to create spaces of learning and healing for all. To continue fulfilling the mission of preserving Maryland’s African American heritage, visitors and residents should take time during February to check in at the Banneker-Douglass Museum for a transformative experience. The events are as follows:
PROGRAMS
MCAAHC Public Convention
Monday February 6, 2023 | 11:00 o’clock
Harriet Tubman Cultural Center
8045 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia, MD 21044
Join the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) public gathering’s edition of Black History Month! This month’s public session is hosted by Commissioner Cheryl McLeod, Esq. and Commissioner Melvin Kelly. We invite you to find out about the Commission’s current events and initiatives.
Anne Arundel County EDI National Black History Month Lunch & Learn: Black Resistance
Wednesday February 8, 2023 | 12.00
Virtual via Zoom
Registration link: https://aacounty.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vJdp4s2DR4KfC72cOaRfkg
Join the Anne Arundel County Office of Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (EDI) and Diversity Council for a Lunch and Learn webinar recognizing Black History Month with Chanel Johnson, our very own Executive Director of the Banneker-Douglass Museum and Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture. During this webinar, Pete Hill, Director of EDI, will speak with Chanel about the Black History Month theme of Black Resistance, the life of Frederick Douglass, our current exhibition and more!
Portrait and collage activity
* Ideal for families and children!
Saturday February 11, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m
Banneker Douglas Museum
84 Franklin Street, Annapolis MD 21401
Join us for a portrait and collage activity with executive director and artist Chanel C. Johnson. Families with children of all ages can stop by to explore the museum’s black history exhibits and engage in a hands-on portrait and collage activity celebrating Maryland civil rights activists such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and Thurgood Marshall.
Artist Talk Part I: The Radical Voice of Blackness speaks of resistance and joy
Saturday February 18, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m
Banneker Douglas Museum
84 Franklin Street, Annapolis MD 21401
Registration link: https://bit.ly/BDMArtistTalkPt1
Join a panel discussion as we delve into contemporary African American art and the experience of Black people in America with select exhibiting artists including Devin Allen, Wesley Clark, and Chrystal Seawood from the current exhibition. The radical voice of blackness speaks of resistance and joy. The panel discussion will be moderated by Myrtis Bedolla, guest curator of the exhibition and renowned owner of Galerie Myrtis.
EXHIBITIONS
The radical voice of blackness speaks of resistance and joy
On view until September 30, 2023
Guest curated by Myrtis Bedolla from Galerie Myrtis, The radical voice of blackness speaks of resistance and joy presents art by seventeen Black Maryland-based artists, including the Banneker-Douglass Museum’s Fine Art Collection, to examine historical and contemporary themes of Black joy and healing created against and despite oppression.
Deep Roots, Rising Waters: A Celebration of African Americans in Maryland
permanent exhibition
This exhibit provides an overview of African American history in Maryland from 1633 to the present day. Learn how African Americans across Maryland are creating lasting change for all Americans.
Learn more about current exhibitions here: https://bdmuseum.maryland.gov/exhibitions/ .
