American history resonates with the names of great African-American men and women, and Black History Month is our nation's way of showing respect and recognition for the hard work of and sacrifices made by African Americans. Mercer County throughout the month will celebrate because Black History is American History! Watch this space for upcoming events! |
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Despite the odds being stacked against them throughout history, African American aviators have contributed significantly to flight exploration as well as to the outer edges of space. Whether male or female, these brave and unique individuals achieved many firsts in aviation and continue to be a source of inspiration. More than 90 years ago, what is known today as Trenton-Mercer Airport was little more than an airstrip in a farm field. Today, the airport serves close to a million travelers a year. In recognition of Black History Month, Trenton-Mercer Airport unveils its "Great African American Aviation Pioneers" exhibit, which will be on display throughout the airport.
Source: Biography.com
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Through March 6
Legends of the Arts: A Black History Month Exhibit
Arts Council of Princeton
102 Witherspoon St., Princeton
artscouncilofprinceton.org
Join the Arts Council of Princeton and Museums in Motion as we pay tribute to “Legends of the Arts” during Black History Month 2021.
Take a stroll through decades of culture and excellence related to some of the most notable individuals in American history. Legendary figures such as poet and author Langston Hughes, actor and singer Paul Robeson, and the timeless, regal Motown singing sensations known as The Supremes will be featured, to name just a few. View riveting photographs of Lena Horne, the first black woman signed to a long-term Hollywood movie contract known for her stunning beauty and effortless grace.
FEBRUARY 17, 6 p.m.
Black History Month: Famous Inventors
The Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville
(609) 883-8294 | mcl.org
Miss Susan will tell you about famous people and their patents/contributions. Learn who discovered the traffic light, who was responsible for changing blood to blood plasma, who created safety gates at the approaches of bridges, plus many other inventors! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Registration with an email is required, so we can send you a link to connect through GoToMeeting. You will receive the link approximately 24 hours before the program.
CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
FEBRUARY 22, 7 p.m.
Black Women's Role in the Suffrage Movement
The Mercer County Library, Lawrence Headquarters Branch
2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville
(609) 883-8294 | mcl.org
In honor of Black History Month and the recent commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment that gave predominantly white women the right vote, Dr. Chanelle Nyree Rose, Associate Professor of History and Director of the Africana Studies Program at Rowan University will examine the long struggle for suffrage, with a particular focus on race and African American women.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ewing Library, Friends of the Hickory Corner Library, Hightstown Library Association, Friends of the Hopewell Branch Library, and Friends of the Lawrence Library.
Registration with an email is required, so we can send you a link to connect through GoToMeeting. You will receive the link approximately 24 hours before the program.
CONTACT: MCLS Staff hopeprogs@mcl.org
FEBRUARY 27, 1:30 p.m.
Free Family Workshop: Harlem Renaissance & the Art of Collage
Arts Council of Princeton
102 Witherspoon St., Princeton
artscouncilofprinceton.org
At the turn of the 20th century, the Great Migration saw Black Americans leaving the segregated Jim Crow South for northern cities. Harlem, a neighborhood in upper Manhattan, quickly became the epicenter of a vibrant community, drawing over 175,000 Black Americans from southern states. Some of the greatest minds in poetry, art, and theater lived within this 3 square mile area giving rise to The Harlem Renaissance. One of these artists, Romare Bearden, worked in many types of media but was known for his amazing and powerful collages.
Join local artist Kenneth Lewis Jr. in an exploration of the Harlem Renaissance and the collage work of Romare Bearden. Using basic supplies found around the home, learn how to utilize the power of collage as an art form. All ages are invited to join this special hands-on celebration of art, history, and the possibilities of this exciting form of creative self-expression.
FREE REGISTRATION:
http://bit.ly/36acfmB
Supplies needed:
- Magazines, newspapers, or other printed paper
- Cardboard or mat board (any size) for base
- Glue (glue stick, Elmers, or rubber cement)
- Scissors
This event is held in conjunction with the Arts Council's Black History Month programming, supported by the Princeton University Humanities Council.
EXHIBITIONS
Through MARCH 6
Journey to Now - A Twenty Year Retrospective
Artworks Trenton
19 Everett Alley, Trenton
(609) 394-9436 | artworkstrenton.org
11am-4pm, Thursday – Saturday / Masks are mandatory
This retrospective of artist, Khalilah Sabree, spans over two decades of work. Her work is about spiritual transformation and world issues. Her current body of work contains a variety of large scale, mixed-media paintings and drawings. There are several series in the collection, with a contemporary Islamic flavor.
Khalilah filters the world through the eyes of an African-American Muslim woman and educator. She maintains a private studio at Artworks Trenton, and has a Master of Fine Art in Painting, from The University of The Arts, and received her B.A, from The College of New Jersey. Her work has been exhibited extensively throughout the Tri-State area.
To find out more about Khalilah Sabree, and to see more of her works, please visit her website at www.khalilahsabree.com
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