Afro-American Museum Celebrating Ghana

The Afro-American Museum in Philadelphia is celebrating Ghana on her 50th Anniversary on the 4th and 5th of May, 2007 at the museum in Philadelphia, PA 2007. The honorees are; the Ga Manye; Her Majesty Naa Dedei Omaadru, III (Queen of the Ga State) and Professor Felix Konotey-Ahulu and Rev. Dr. Alyn E. Walker and Nana Korantema Ayeboafo who have contributed enormously to the betterment of Ghana.

Opening Reception - MAY 4TH 5:30-8 pm in Philadelphia. INVITATIONS ONLY Contact 215 574 0380 x224

CELEBRATE AFRICA 2007 - GHANA

PARADE AND PROMENADE

MAY 5TH, 2007 11AM

(GHANAIANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COME IN THEIR NUMBERS)

Gathering Place 10:00am Congo Square, (Washington Square) 7th & Walnut, Philadelphia, PA

Parade of Flags (Representing the Continent of Africa) Ghanaian Drum Float Highlife Float Ghanaian Contingent (People of Ghana representing a variety of regions and families, along with African Americans marching in harmony)

12pm-6pm

Ghana Day Proclamation - African/African American Solidarity

African Market Place

Traditional Craft Exhibition

Royal Talking Drum Workshop

African Dance Workshop

African Bead Workshop

African Films

For more information, contact Joy Riebow @ 215 574 0380 x247

Opened in 1976, the Afro-American Historical and Cultural Museum is the first major museum in the country devoted specifically to African-American history and traditions.

Focusing primarily on 20th century African-American contributions to Pennsylvania and the Delaware Valley, the Museum's collections include some 450,000 items divided into several major categories.

- Fine Arts include prints, paintings, sculpture, and works such as Romare Bearden's tapestry *Captivity and Renaissance*.

- The Photography Collection includes many photos made by Jack T. Franklin and other masters.

- The Archives contain an enormous amount of material, but are especially strong in objects representing African Americans and the performing arts, sports, Philadelphia, and the military.

The Museum presents a wonderful array of changing exhibits, drawing mostly from its collections and featuring the best in African-American art. Past shows have featured the works of artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Romare Bearden, and Palmer Hayden.As well as first class exhibitions, the Museum sponsors a variety of family events, workshops, films, tours, symposiums, and concerts relating to African-American culture and history. The *Jazz Live* concert series has hosted some of the world's greatest musicians, including Max Roach, Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey, Betty Carter, Sun Ra and his Arkestra, and many others. Call for a current calendar.Groups are welcome, as are individuals and families. Guided Tours and other activities are available for *School Groups* of all grade levels. Teachers should call to discuss their particular needs.

*Afro-American* Historical and Cultural *Museum* 7th and Arch Streets * Philadelphia*, PA 19106 (215) 574-0380 *

*"The first institution built by a major United States city to house and interpret the life and work of African Americans. Our doors are open for your enjoyment and enlightenment six days a week. Visit us and experience the richness and vibrancy of African American heritage and culture come alive in four magnificent exhibition galleries filled with exciting history and fascinating art." - aampmuseum.org*