Lou tells the story of his grandfather, the chief carver of Mount Rushmore, using maps, timelines, and images. Themes include perseverance, hidden history, and social justice.
Poet and painter Shanna Melton shares powerful performances rooted in culture, love, and identity. Her shows may include her vibrant paintings as a backdrop.
Spoken word poet Silent Quill inspires with powerful performances on identity, resilience, and justice. He mentors youth and builds bridges through storytelling.
Aaron blends hip-hop poetry and personal storytelling in a powerful performance about vulnerability, identity, and transformation. With humor and heart, he weaves his story into broader cultural narratives to inspire and open new possibilities.
This performances take the audience on a journey through spoken word from the artist perspective. The poetry will express the artist's many emotions, also giving lessons on history, community, and family. The performance is engaging and exciting.
Students explore the work of Romare Bearden and create mixed-media collages that reflect their neighborhood, mood, and social concerns- building a sense of place and identity through art and writing.
A Presidents' Day program for all ages featuring puppet portrayals of Washington and Lincoln, plus the ride of Sybil Ludington. Students hear inspiring stories and make their own historical puppets.
Explore graffiti and street art through hands-on activities that teach creative expression, SEL, history, and safety. Students create meaningful art while learning about graffiti's cultural and social impact.
