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Black Dance Legacy Mural Design Unveiling

Kulu Mele presents Afro-Cuban Community Dance, February 16, 2026. Photo by Amna Khalafalla.

The Black Dance Legacy Mural, by artist Bernard Collins, Jr., honors generations of dancers and educators, from Essie Marie Dorsey to Joan Myers Brown, who shaped the city’s cultural identity and global influence. Experience live performances, a film screening, and a powerful conversation, culminating in the unveiling of a new mural design rooted in history, resilience, and community.

Featured Speakers:
Dr. Patricia Reid-Merritt, Distinguished Professor of Africana Studies and Social Work
Dr. Lynette Young Overby, Professor Emerita of Theatre and Dance, University of Delaware
Karen Warrington, Former Dancer, Arts and Culture Advocate, and Writer

April 21, 2026
5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
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Free
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