(Louisville, KY) The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, (KCAAH) in collaboration with the University of Louisville Theatre Program and the Black Media Collaborative, (BMC) presents African Heritage in Columbia: A film screening and discussion. It will take place on Sunday, November 20th at KCAAH, 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd. Admission is free but donations will be accepted.
Manuel Francisco Viveros, director and actor for the African Columbian Theater will be present for the screening and discussion.
The film documents the villagers of San Basillo de Palenque, who are descendants of enslaved African rebels, who preserved and maintained the culture of their African forebears in the music, dance and other aspects of their social lives.
We are also happy to announce that John Chenault, lecturer in the Pan African Studies Department at U of L will introduce Viveros and lead the discussion.
November 20th is also known as Black Consciousness Day in Brazil. It’s also called Zumbi dos Palmares Day. It’s a symbol of enduring freedom and justice. We invite you to come out and pay homage to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
For additional information on how you can be a part of the Black Media Collaborative, please call 502-583-4100.
The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage is located at 1701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203. Follow KCAAH on Twitter @kygriot for events and announcements.
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