"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
"The understanding of a culture comes from hearing the language, tasting the food, seeing personal interactions, experiencing the traditions, and so much more when it is in context."
— Elizabeth Laval & Candice Pendergrass, Sikh Youth Public History Project
VIRTUAL—The NewGround Book Club will be read Albert Memmi's The Pillar of Salt, a semi-autobiographical novel about a young boy growing up in French-colonized Tunisia who must contend with his identities as Jew, Arab, and African at the advent of World War II. Albert Memmi's novels and nonfiction explored his complex identity as an anti-imperialist, Zionist, […]
SANTA CRUZ—Gathering In Gratitude is a New Year’s Eve artist-led mega party hosted by The 418 Project in downtown Santa Cruz, featuring immersive ambient music and humanities installations by Liminal Space. Attendees can enjoy live bands in the Large Theater, interactive art installations that explore future visions and community, and engage in meaningful dialogue facilitated […]
Los Angeles -- See a screening of Akwaaba: The Awakening, a full feature documentary film chronicling the journey of African Americans from Los Angeles traveling to the Motherland for the first time. This documentary project began as a wonderful readers theater project performed in Leimert Park at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Theater in 2016. […]
SAN FRANCISCO—The inaugural class of Muses & Melanin Fellows will graduate next month! Join us at the Main branch of the San Francisco Public Library on February 8th at 12:30pm for a celebration of readings and a reception, and watch each Fellow receive their graduation package! During this first Fellowship year, Muses & Melanin provided […]
LOS ANGELES —See a screening of Free to Be Free, where Black Women all speak Black Hair. Despite its unique beauty, the heavy social, economic, and health implications that many Black Women face regarding their hair has led to the need to pass ordinances and Bills across Louisiana that protect those who choose to wear […]
SAN DIEGO—Join us at the Digital Gym Cinema for a festival of 3 short film documentaries that grew from education and outreach programs at New Village Arts Theatre, 2 of which began with a California Humanities Quick Grant in 2020. Where: Digital Gym Cinema (1100 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101) When: Saturday, May 17, […]
FORT: LA Presents Architecture Uncorked! Historic Homes, Hot Topics and Worldly Wine Don’t miss this fast-paced, design-inspired evening with FORT: LA featuring a sneak preview of Rebel Architects, episode 2 —Art and Rebellion in the ‘70s and ‘80s —before its official release! Join rebel architects Frederick Fisher and Thom Mayne in conversation with artist Chuck Arnoldi, moderated by […]
Fresno- Son Auikatl and the Chicano Youth Center invite you to "Empesando Las Fiestas Patrias con un Fandango" Enjoy an evening of performances, free tacos and refreshments, raffles and more! Where: Chicano Youth Center 1515 E Divisadero St When: Saturday September 13th 630pm For questions, please contact: Irene Serrano 559-942-0708
SANTA BARBARA— The Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) invites the public to its annual Family History Month Open House. This year’s Open House will feature the debut of a special exhibit: Santa Barbara Hispanic Family Histories, 1870–1970, highlighting the stories, photographs, and legacies of local families whose histories are woven into the cultural fabric […]
FRESNO- LA CULTURA CURA: HEALING THROUGH ARTS PROGRAM PRESENTS FREE JARANA GUITAR LESSONS! Where: CHICANO YOUTH CENTER 1515 E DIVISADERO When: WEDNESDAYS 530PM For questions, please contact: Irene Serrano 559-942-0708