CRBJ Tip Sheet: International African American Museum to mark opening with series of events
From the CRBJ Tip Sheet:
Opening Worship Service
What: IAAM will co-host a multi-faith-based worship service with Morris Brown AME to mark the opening of the museum.
When: Thursday, June 22, at 6:00 p.m. EDT
Where: Morris Brown AME Church, 13 Morris Street, Charleston, S.C., 29403
Who: Speakers include Dr. Tonya Matthews (president and CEO of IAAM), Bishop Samuel Green, the Rev. DeMett Jenkins (director of education and engagement for faith-based communities at IAAM), among others.
RSVP: Registration is free but required. https://bit.ly/3WKz5ds Members of the media interested in attending must fill out this form no later than Friday June 9 in order to be credentialed.
Community Watch Celebration for Dedication Ceremony
What: The dedication ceremony community watch celebration will include a live simulcast of the ceremony, in addition to live performances by local musicians and artists, food trucks, and activities led by Boeing South Carolina DreamLearners. The presenting sponsor for the Dedication Community Watch Celebration is Boeing.
When: Saturday, June 24, at 10:00 a.m. EDT
Where: Marion Square. 329 Meeting Street, Charleston, S.C., 29403
Who: Boeing South Carolina DreamLearners, local musicians and artists, Black-owned food trucks, surprise guests, and more
RSVP: The event is free and open to the public. Members of the media interested in attending must fill out this form no later than Friday June 9 in order to be credentialed.
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