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February 25, 2022

Calendar of Events

May

1

Every Human Being is a Human Being

Located at the National Civil Rights Museum, this exhibition takes another look at the narrative of resistance to slave raiding activities in Ghana.

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May

1

Art of Ghana

At the Goodwyn Gallery, view contemporary artwork on display featuring a selection of artist from Artists Alliance Gallery, Accra

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May

1

Palms & Plants of Ghana

This exhibit will feature beautiful flora from the land of Ghana! Witness the wonderful palms, annuals and palmagos this summer at the Memphis Botanic Gardens.

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May

1

Beautiful Metals of Ghana – Adornments & Wearables

Located at the National Ornamental Metal Museum, witnessa selection of adornments and wearables from the Museum & Monuments Board in Accra, Ghana

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May

11

The Burial of Kojo

When a man’s vengeful brother traps him in a mine shaft, his daughter embarks on a journey to rescue him. Rated 100% Fresh on RottenTomatoes! 7:00pm at Malco Studio on the Square Tickets available on indiememphis.org

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May

18

Sankofa

A self-absorbed Black American fashion model on a photoshoot in Africa is spiritually transported back to a plantation in the West Indies where she experiences first-hand the physical and psychic horrors of chattel slavery, and eventually the redemptive power of community and rebellion as she becomes a member of a freedom-seeking Maroon colony. Rated 93% Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes! 7:00 pm at Crosstown Theatre – 1350 Concourse Ave, Memphis, TN 38104.

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May

25

Queen of Glory

Ghanaian-American Sarah is all set to abandon her Ivy League doctoral program to follow her married lover across the country. Her plans are derailed, however when her mother’s sudden death leaves her the owner of a neighborhood bookshop in the Bronx. 7:00 pm at Malco Studio on the Square.

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May

28

Great American River Run

Join us Memorial Day Weekend for a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon throughout downtown Memphis.

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