Sunday Fun Day: Black History Month Celebration
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Free

Fun Event for the Whole Family!
Sunday, February 9
10am-3pm
FREE
Join us for a day filled with art, culture, and community activities that honor Black history and creativity. Enjoy interactive programs, live performances, hands-on art-making, and more!
Ongoing Activities:
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Artist Spotlight
Blissfully Colored: A Love Letter to the Culture by local artist Jasmine Browner -
Letters of Hope
Join the Westmoreland Chapter of the NAACP for a meaningful card-writing activity, along with resources and creative art projects. -
Make-and-Take Art
Engage in hands-on art activities designed for all ages. -
Black History Month Book Selection & Resources
Explore a curated collection of books and resources presented by the Greensburg Hempfield Children’s Library. -
Free Face Painting
Get a colorful, artistic design from Beanie Paints. -
Black-Owned Food Vendors
Savor delicious offerings from local Black-owned food businesses. -
Community Partner Tables
Connect with local organizations and learn about their impactful work.
Activity Schedule:
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10am–2pm | Free Live Poems
Enjoy a personalized poem from roaming poet Haley Clancey, crafted on the spot just for you. -
10:30–11:00am | Black History Month Talk
Join Dr. Tony Mitchell for an engaging discussion on the origins and significance of Black History Month. -
11am–1pm | Children’s StorytimeSeton Hill University’s Black Student Union presents a special Storytime featuring books that celebrate and honor Black history.
Live Music Performances:

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11:15– 11:45am | Interactive Drum Circle
Join the Ibeji Drum Ensemble for a lively, all-ages drum circle that invites everyone to participate. -
12-12:30pm | Viola Performance
Enjoy a beautiful viola performance by Gloria Wide, a UniSound BTAR artist. -
12:45– 1:15pm | Interactive Drum Circle (Encore)
Missed the first session? The Ibeji Drum Ensemble returns for an encore of their interactive, all-ages drum circle. -
1:30–2pm | Duet Performance
Experience a captivating duet by UniSound BTAR artists Gloria Wide and Anyah Nancy. -
2:30–3pm | Vocal PerformanceBe moved by the powerful vocals of renowned soprano Sharmane Davis in this unforgettable performance.
Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
Details
- Date
- February 9
- Time
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10:00 am - 3:00 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Event Categories
- Access for All, Community Event, Family Events, Sunday Fun Day
Organizer
- The Westmoreland Museum of American Art
Venue
- The Westmoreland
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221 N. Main Street
Greensburg, PA 15601724.837.1500
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