Richmond Parks and Recreation has announced that Festival of the Arts at the Dogwood Dell in Byrd Park will indeed happen in 2021. Up first on the line up is Elegba Folklore Society on Friday, June 18, 2021. The Legacy Band is scheduled to perform on Saturday, June … [Read more...] about Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts: FREE Entertainment & Events
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Celebrating Juneteenth in Richmond, Virginia
Juneteenth is now a state holiday in Virginia. Elegba Folklore Society describes The History of Juneteenth as a freedom celebration that became a tradition when, on June 19, 1865, General Gordon Granger sailed into Galveston harbor and issued a proclamation that … [Read more...] about Celebrating Juneteenth in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
Richmond’s numerous museums highlight history, art, science and more. Whether going to spend a rainy day, entertain the family, show out-of-town visitors around or go on a date, museums fit the bill. Please check websites for the most updated information, … [Read more...] about Richmond’s Museums Highlight History, Art, Science and More
Richmond Institutions Celebrate Black History Month
Many museums in Richmond continue to tell the untold stories of struggle, sacrifice, achievement, and triumph that have been created over the 400-year history since the first Africans touched American soil. These stories shape who we are today and serve as … [Read more...] about Richmond Institutions Celebrate Black History Month
Capital City Kwanzaa Festival nightly online celebration from Dec. 26-Jan 1
This year, the 2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival will be an online multi-day event streaming nightly from Elegba Folklore Society’s website and Facebook page beginning at 7pm, December 26, 2020 - January 1, 2021. The virtual fest will feature nightly candle … [Read more...] about Capital City Kwanzaa Festival nightly online celebration from Dec. 26-Jan 1
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