We hope that you will utilize (by participating, exploring, and sharing) these events and resources during Black History Month (BHM2023).
This week’s focus is on the experiences of Black community members.
UPCOMING BROADCAST ON RMPBS – AWADAGIN PRATT BLACK IN AMERICA
Colorado on Rocky Mountain PBS, Channel 6 on Thursday, February 9th at 7:30 PM.
The documentary film, Awadagin Pratt: Black in America is broadcasting nationally on PBS through NETA, and features world-renowned pianist Awadagin Pratt. The premise of the film is, you are never too famous to escape racism and racial profiling.
Next, from Black Student Services (a program of CII: the Center for Identity and Inclusion): Please visit the link below to learn about, participate in, and share with students:
CII has some amazing Black History Month Events happening. This week’s event is Workplace Equity Summit on February 9th from 3:00 – 6:00 in the Students Commons, 2000. Connect with diversity, equity, and inclusion employers from various industries. This is a great way to meet some of our Black student organization leaders in African Student Union (ASU), Black Girl Equity Alliance (BGEA), and National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). Also, please let Precious Palmer or anyone at the Center for Identity and Inclusion, if you need support or guidance during the semester. CII is here to help you. And join their IG page to learn more about their resources. @cudenver_cii
Additionally,
Black American West Museum & Heritage Center
3091 California St. Denver, CO 80205
(720) 242-7428
https://www.bawmhc.org/visitor-information
Honoring African Americans who helped settle and develop the western United States.
The museum is now open for limited, scheduled slots by appointment only, no walk-ins permitted. All regular tours are self-guided. Guided tours require special arrangements. Please contact the museum at (720) 242-7428 to make a reservation.
Admission
Adults – $15
Seniors – $12
Students (6 – 17) – $10
College ID/Military – $10
Child (5 & under) – Free
Hours
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Also, you may find it helpful to check out this blog from Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library about the historic Five Points community – Jazz in Five Points
JAZZ IN FIVE POINTS: A BRIEF HISTORY: PART ONE
and
JAZZ IN FIVE POINTS: A BRIEF HISTORY: PART TWO