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Join us for a celebration of Afrofuturism! Learn from teacher and scholar Dr. Julian Chambliss about the intersection of art, technology, and activism that forms the bedrock of the Afro Fantastic. Learn about the history and importance of Afrofuturism with a focus on comics and movies.
After the discussion, attendees can contribute to a community art canvas designed by Octavia Ink (Pretty in Ink Press) and enjoy refreshments provided by Social Chef Catering. Guests are encouraged to stay for a screening of the film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever immediately following.
Special thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation and the Wege Foundation for their support of this program.
The Black Panther and Beyond | The World of Afrofuturism with Dr. Julian Chambliss
Saturday, February 17, 2024,12:30 – 1:30 pm
Registration Required
Main Library – 111 Library St NE
Únanse a nosotros para celebrar el afrofuturismo. Aprendan del profesor y académico Dr. Julian Chambliss sobre la intersección de arte, tecnología y activismo que constituye la base del Afro Fantastic. Conozcan la historia y la importancia del afrofuturismo centrándose en los cómics y las películas.
Tras el debate, los asistentes podrán contribuir a un lienzo de arte comunitario diseñado por Octavia Ink. (Pretty in Ink Press) y disfrutar de un refrigerio ofrecido por Social Chef Catering. Se anima a los asistentes a quedarse para ver la película, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever inmediatamente después.
Un agradecimiento especial al Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation y Wege Foundation por su apoyo a este programa.
La Pantera Negra y Más Allá | The World of Afrofuturism con Dr. Julian Chambliss
El sábado, el 17 de febrero, 2024, de las 12:30 a a la 1:30 pm
Se Requiere Registración
Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE

The Black Panther and Beyond / The World of Afrofuturism with Dr. Julian Chambliss

Sat, February 17, 2024
12:30pm - 1:30pm

Event Info:

Join us for a celebration of Afrofuturism! Learn from teacher and scholar Dr. Julian Chambliss about the intersection of art, technology, and activism that forms the bedrock of the Afro Fantastic. Learn about the history and importance of Afrofuturism with a focus on comics and movies.
After the discussion, attendees can contribute to a community art canvas designed by Octavia Ink (Pretty in Ink Press) and enjoy refreshments provided by Social Chef Catering. Guests are encouraged to stay for a screening of the film, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever immediately following.
Special thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation and the Wege Foundation for their support of this program.
The Black Panther and Beyond | The World of Afrofuturism with Dr. Julian Chambliss
Saturday, February 17, 2024,12:30 – 1:30 pm
Registration Required
Main Library – 111 Library St NE
Únanse a nosotros para celebrar el afrofuturismo. Aprendan del profesor y académico Dr. Julian Chambliss sobre la intersección de arte, tecnología y activismo que constituye la base del Afro Fantastic. Conozcan la historia y la importancia del afrofuturismo centrándose en los cómics y las películas.
Tras el debate, los asistentes podrán contribuir a un lienzo de arte comunitario diseñado por Octavia Ink. (Pretty in Ink Press) y disfrutar de un refrigerio ofrecido por Social Chef Catering. Se anima a los asistentes a quedarse para ver la película, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever inmediatamente después.
Un agradecimiento especial al Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation y Wege Foundation por su apoyo a este programa.
La Pantera Negra y Más Allá | The World of Afrofuturism con Dr. Julian Chambliss
El sábado, el 17 de febrero, 2024, de las 12:30 a a la 1:30 pm
Se Requiere Registración
Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE

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