Black History 101 Mobile Museum
This event is in the past.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Established by the visionary educator and scholar Dr. Khalid el-Hakim, the Black History 101 Mobile Museum stands as a renowned repository comprising over 10,000 original artifacts, spanning from the painful era of the trans-Atlantic slave trade to the vibrant culture of hip-hop. Dr. el-Hakim, often likened to the "Schomburg of the Hip-Hop generation," exemplifies an unwavering dedication to preserving and advancing the profound legacy of the Black Museum Movement.
As the premier traveling exhibition of Black history in the nation, the Black History 101 Mobile Museum has embarked on a journey that spans 43 states, disseminating "ourstory" to more than 1,000 institutions. For over 25 years, these highly sought-after exhibits have touched the lives of countless individuals across diverse settings, including educational institutions from K-12 schools to colleges, corporate spaces, conferences, libraries, museums, festivals, places of worship, and cultural events.
This one day event is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be open from 10am to 3pm with a lecture by Dr. Khalid el-Hakim from 12-1pm
Contact
David Merolla
dmerolla@wayne.edu