Much to see, read and learn at Antioch’s Black History month exhibit, today and Saturday

Janet Sams explains the display to her friend's daughter, Elise Sanders, at the Black History Month Exhibit in Antioch.

Janet Sams explains the display to her friend’s daughter, Elise Sanders, at the Black History Month Exhibit in Antioch on Wednesday afternoon, February 11, 2015.

The Black History Month Exhibit at the Nick Rodriguez Community Center will feature a time line of historical events featuring traditional art, artifacts, literature, and creative arts that reflect the African American experience in America. The exhibit also features a time line of African American history from Africa to the present and provides an opportunity to taste traditional beverages and desserts. The goals are to promote dignity and pride in the African American community and provide cross cultural education for the larger community.

Janet Thompson and Beverly Bruce of Ruah Community Outreach, Inc. with one of the displays

Janet Thompson and Beverly Bruce of Ruah Community Outreach, Inc. with one of the displays

It provides a great educational experience for families and elementary and high school student groups.

The exhibit continues, today (Monday, February 16) and Saturday, February 21st from 10 AM to 4 PM. It is sponsored by a collaboration of community partners:  Ruah Community Outreach, Inc., Parent Partners Providing for the Education of Young Children, the JTS Art Gallery, the City of Antioch, and the Arts & Cultural Foundation of Antioch.  The Nick Rodriguez Community Center is located at 213 F Street in Antioch.

For more information visit the exhibit website, http://art4antioch.org/Black-History-Exhibit.asp, or email Diane@Art4Antioch.org or call Diane Gibson-Gray at (925) 325-9897 or Carrie Frazier (925) 787-4827.


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Janet Thompson & Beverly Bruce


Black History Month Exhibit Janet Sams & Elise Sanders


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