Martin Luther King Day Weekend: A Celebration of Black Arts and Expression

In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The Children's Museum & Theatre is hosting programs throughout the weekend of January 18th and on Monday January 20th. Programs celebrate Black artists and stories through collaborative poem creation and art exploration. Check the chalkboard upon arrival for a full list of times and offerings.

Saturday, January 18

10 am-11:30 am: Black is a Rainbow Color (MakerSpace)

Head to MakerSpace to get inspired by the music behind Angela Joy’s Black is a Rainbow Color.  Makers will create mixed-media, music-inspired collages influenced by the book’s illustrator – Ekua Holmes –  all while jamming out to the author’s playlist!

10:30 am: Poem of Courage (Learning Hub)

A poetic and artistic program celebrating the themes of the book When I Get Older by K’Naan. Create an illustrated poem of courage with your community using a variety of materials in a collaborative setting.

2 pm-3:30 pm: Black is a Rainbow Color (MakerSpace)

Head to MakerSpace to get inspired by the music behind Angela Joy’s Black is a Rainbow Color.  Makers will create mixed-media, music-inspired collages influenced by the book’s illustrator – Ekua Holmes –  all while jamming out to the author’s playlist!