A note from Museum Director Oscar Mokeme:
Dear Friends, What a busy summer it's been at the Museum of African Culture. We are excited to be preparing for our 10th Anniversary event, which is sure to be fantastic! Check out our upcoming events ... and drop in to see our newest exhibition, The Royal Insignia. FRIDAY and SATURDAY, August 8 & 9--10th Anniversary and Celebration of Diversity. Join us in commemorating a decade of achievements in a 2-day celebration, free of charge! In brief, the schedule is as follows: • FRIDAY, August 8: Double-Film Screening 4-6 pm @ Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square Featuring 2 award-winning films from East Africa: Menged (Ethiopia) and Come Back to Sudan (US and Sudan). Panel discussion and refreshments to follow the screenings. Drumming Workshop with Master drummer Sanga of the Valley 7:30-10 pm @ World Arts and Culture Center, 65 Commercial Street. Call to pre-register: 207-761-3765 • SATURDAY August 9: Film Screening 11 am - 1 pm @ The Portland Public Library: Wardance (Uganda). Join us for the Street Festival from 1-5 pm @ Brown Street. World music and dance performances, activities for kids, food and drinks, and more! Details on our website coming soon! Thanks for your support! Museum of African Culture 13 Brown Street, Portland, ME 14101 207.871.7188 africart@museumafricanculture.org www.museumafricanculture.org
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