Celebrating African History and Liberation Month with Music


Date: Feb 16
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: Theatre

Celebrate African History and Liberation Month with an evening of music - vibrant rhythms resonate, embodying the spirit of unity and diversity. Performing artists will be announced ahead of the event.

Performers:

Andrew Kagumba is a PhD student in Ethnomusicology at The Memorial University of Newfoundland. He also holds a PhD in Music Education from Texas Tech University. Born and raised in Uganda, Andrew's creative output is deeply influenced by the rich musical heritage of his Ganda culture.

Black Heritage Choir featuring:

Geraldine Ankrah- Music Director
Samuel Ebhohimen- Keyboardist
Racquel Thomas-Vocalist
Kuda Muvevi-Vocalist
Beatrix Abdulazeez - Vocalist
Olatide Elugbaju – Vocalist

This event is presented by Memorial University’s Office of the Vice-Provost, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism, in partnership with The Rooms.

This is a free event, but a ticket is required.  Reserve your free ticket online or by calling 709-757-8090.

Events & Programs

10:00 am - 12:00 pm
TOTS

Kickstart your weekend by joining us at The Rooms! Spend Saturday mornings with your little ones in our charming Harbour View Room. It's a delightful opportunity for unguided playtime amidst a variety of toys and books for infants and toddlers aged 0 to 4.

No prior registration is necessary; simply pay your admission at The Rooms front desk and drop in anytime between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm!

Please note that caregivers must accompany their children throughout the session. Our program room can host up to 20 adults with their little ones.

The Playdate is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms Members.

With support from Thomas and Susan (Kent) Foran Family Foundation.

10:30 am - 11:00 am

In Beaumont-Hamel and the Trail of the Caribou exhibition find out about the impacts of the First World War on Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and how events overseas dramatically altered our lives at home.

Offered Saturdays 10:30 am

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
TOUR

Offered Saturdays 2:30 pm