Drumming and Storytelling: Minnesota Black Storytelling Alliance

About this event

In recognition of 100 years of Black History commemorations in 2026, join us for a drumming and storytelling experience led by Joshua Gillespi, highlighting the work of the Minnesota Black Storytelling Alliance. Through interactive drumming, storytelling, and conversation, participants will explore how Black oral traditions have preserved history, strengthened community, and passed down cultural knowledge across generations. This immersive event invites audiences to learn through sound, movement, and story. The evening will include appetizers, and a photo booth. This event is grounded in Black history, culture, and lived experience and is led by a Black community developer and filmmaker in partnership with library staff. While rooted in the Black community, this event is free, open, and welcoming to all ages who wish to learn, reflect, and engage. This event is part of SPPL’s Celebrating 100 Years of Black History Commemorations series. This event is funded with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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