BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Elegba Folklore Society - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://efsinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Elegba Folklore Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20231003T214648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T214648Z UID:3851-1697907600-1697914800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries - Frantz Fanon: His Life\, His Struggle\, His Work DESCRIPTION:Frantz Fanon\, was a Martinique-born psychiatrist\, political philosopher and Pan-Africanist. He used both his clinical research and lived experience of being a black man in a racist world to analyze the effects of racism on individuals –- particularly on people of color — and of the economic and psychological impacts of imperialism. \nHe gravitated towards radical politics and the philosophy of black consciousness known as negritude. His 1952 book\, Black Skin\, White Masks\, offers a penetrating analysis of racism and of the ways in which it is internalized by its victims. In it Fanon espouses the concept of cognitive dissonance\, and says\, “Sometimes people hold a core belief that is very strong. When they are presented with evidence that works against that belief\, the new evidence cannot be accepted. It would create a feeling that is extremely uncomfortable\, called cognitive dissonance. And because it is so important to protect the core belief\, they will rationalize\, ignore and even deny anything that doesn’t fit in with the core belief.” \nThis film traces the short and intense life of one of the world’s greatest thinkers of the 20th century.  English subtitles. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-frantz-fanon-his-life-his-struggle-his-work/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/FrantzFanon.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20231116T040549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T040549Z UID:3863-1700326800-1700334000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries: Belly of the Beast DESCRIPTION:3rd Saturday Documentaries at Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center •Belly of the Beast • Saturday\, Nov. 18th • 5pm • FREE ADMISSION \nWhen an unlikely duo discovers a pattern of illegal sterilizations in women’s prisons\, they wage a near impossible battle against the Department of Corrections. Filmed over seven years with extraordinary access and intimate accounts from currently and formerly incarcerated people\, BELLY OF THE BEAST exposes modern-day eugenics and reproductive injustice in California prisons. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-belly-of-the-beast/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Belly-of-the-Beast-Graphic.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20231203T012456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T030056Z UID:3921-1702036800-1702069200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS Holiday Sales Event - December 8th DESCRIPTION:  \nDeck the halls with African art\nFa la la la la \nIt’s the Real Black Fridays. Visit for discounts & cheer. \nOur Home is Your Home. Come\, feel the Vibe.\nThe Real Black Fridays\nGive the Gift of Culture\nDecember 8th & 15th.\nOpen Late! \nCovid Protocols. Safety First. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-holiday-sales-event-december-8th/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/png_20221123_230643_0000.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231215T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20231203T012551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T025207Z UID:3923-1702641600-1702674000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS Holiday Sales Event - December 15th DESCRIPTION:  \nDeck the halls with African art\nFa la la la la \nIt’s the Real Black Fridays. Visit for discounts & cheer. \nOur Home is Your Home. Come\, feel the Vibe.\nThe Real Black Fridays\nGive the Gift of Culture\nDecember 8th & 15th.\nOpen Late! \nCovid Protocols. Safety First. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-holiday-sales-event-december-15th/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/png_20221123_230643_0000.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231230T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231230T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20231128T233331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T025812Z UID:3910-1703941200-1703962800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival DESCRIPTION:Capital City Kwanzaa Festival   December 30\, 2023 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCapital City Kwanzaa Festival presents performances\, workshops\, children’s activities\, The African Market\, food and more observe the year’s-end Kwanzaa holiday\, a cultural affirmation of values\, thanksgiving and growth.  This event is the largest of its kind in Virginia\, and therefore\, one of the largest on the East Coast. Elegba Folklore Society’s Artistic Director first produced a Kwanzaa program in Richmond in 1986 and the Society first presented its festival in 1990.  (Annually during the December Kwanzaa Holiday) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Details \n\n\n\n2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Vending Application \n\n\n\n2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Volunteer Signup \n\n\n\n2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Parking \n\n\n\n2023 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Covid Protocols \n\n\n\nCONTACT US URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2023-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival/ LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center – Exhibit Hall B\, 5th & Marshall Streets\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-8-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240123T220552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T234912Z UID:3975-1706893200-1709226000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Before There Was History\, There Was Black History: The Kemet Collection DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to visit Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St in Richmond\, VA\, to explore the origins of civilization. Artifacts\, photographs and material culture from Egypt\, the north eastern African country that was known in antiquity as Kemet\, will be on view beginning Friday\, February 2 with an opening reception from 5p – 9p. \nBefore There Was Any History\, There Was Black History :||: The Kemetic Collection will be displayed as an infusion of expressive art into Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s permanent collection\, ARTiFACTS\, through February 29. \nFrom architecture and engineering marvels to mathematics\, from spirituality to its artistic expressions\, from Kings and Queens of an ancient past to artifacts\, decor\, adornment and fashion\, visitors can learn the influences of Kemet (a.k.a. Egypt) on the shaping of the world. \nLocated in the downtown arts district\, Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center’s visitors are invited to experience\, browse and buy. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/before-there-was-history-there-was-black-history-the-kemetic-collection/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image0-6.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240130T220005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T235156Z UID:3998-1707156000-1707163200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:The Talking Gourd: Fairfield Library DESCRIPTION:Join Omilade Janine Bell of the Elegba Folklore Society for The Talking Gourd\nBe engaged by images\, oral histories\, music and ceremony to interactively learn about Mother Africa’s global contributions and influence. Feel culturally enriched and joyful. Feel new connections to the shaping of the world. \nCatch the Buzz — \n“I found it interesting that many styles of architecture\, medicine and other sciences\, economics\, art and many other disciplines were originated in Africa.” \n“She was very engaging. I could have sat and listened to her all day.” \nWe’re saving your seat! URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-talking-gourd-fairfield-library/ LOCATION:Fairfield Library\, 1401 N Laburnum Ave\, Richmond\, 23223\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/unnamed-2024-01-30T184636.545.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240130T220625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T235634Z UID:4001-1707415200-1707422400@efsinc.org SUMMARY:The Talking Gourd: Glen Allen Library DESCRIPTION:Join Omilade Janine Bell of the Elegba Folklore Society for The Talking Gourd\nBe engaged by images\, oral histories\, music and ceremony to interactively learn about Mother Africa’s global contributions and influence. Feel culturally enriched and joyful. Feel new connections to the shaping of the world. \nCatch the Buzz — \n“I found it interesting that many styles of architecture\, medicine and other sciences\, economics\, art and many other disciplines were originated in Africa.” \n“She was very engaging. I could have sat and listened to her all day.” \nWe’re saving your seat! URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-talking-gourd-glen-allen-library/ LOCATION:Glen Allen Library\, 10501 Staples Mill Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23060\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/unnamed-2024-01-30T184624.972-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240124T005159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T005159Z UID:3981-1708182000-1708189200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Why Kemet Matters: The Reclamation of African Culture With Anthony T. Browder (3rd Saturday Documentaries) DESCRIPTION:. \nAnthony T. Browder is an author\, publisher\, cultural historian\, artist\, and an educational consultant. He is a graduate of Howard University’s College of Fine Arts and has lectured extensively throughout the United States\, Africa\, Caribbean\, Mexico\, Japan and Europe\, on issues related to African and African American History and Culture. \nHe has traveled to Egypt 54 times since 1980 and is currently director of the ASA Restoration Project\, which is funding the excavation and restoration of the 25thdynasty tomb of Karakhamun in Luxor\, Egypt. \nAmong Browder’s books are Nile Valley Contributions to Civilization and the soon to be released Why Kemet Matters. Both are available at the Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/why-kemet-matters-the-reclamation-of-african-culture-with-anthony-t-browder-3rd-saturday-documentaries/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_9778.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240306T190757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190757Z UID:4017-1710601200-1710612000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries: Hapi DESCRIPTION:3rd Saturday Documentaries at Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center • Hapi • Saturday\, March 16th • 3pm • FREE ADMISSION \nDrawn from the lore of Hapi\, the Kemetic diety who presided over the flooding of the Nile that brought forth fertile soils\, bountiful crops\, and a rich economy\, this film explores the relationships between economics and culture. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-hapi/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/download-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240306T204425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T204425Z UID:4020-1711476000-1711483200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Meet the Maasai DESCRIPTION:Chief Joseph Ole Tipanko\, Cicilia Seleyian & Kilenyi John Parsitau are returning from Maasailand in Kenya.  Be in our audience to learn about their storied history and contemporary life ways.  Browse & buy amazing handmade beaded jewelry. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/meet-the-maasai/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/MaasaiWomen2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240408T163907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T225234Z UID:4023-1713009600-1731168000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Elegba Folklore Society Cultural Tours DESCRIPTION:In the Beginning…Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans \n\nEvolutionary\, experiential and visceral along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, attendees are invited to immerse themselves in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. From the African arrival point at river’s edge to Shockoe Bottom and the sites of holding pens\, jails\, blocks and African burial ground\, interpreters will interweave the narratives of enslaved Africans with the historical record. From your bus and along the walk\, participants will have the chance to ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. \nContextually\, this interactive experience begins at Ẹlẹgba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, a space that emphasizes the authenticity of continental and Diasporic Africa through material culture. \nPlease encourage participants to wear comfortable shoes and dress. Bottled water is also suggested. The sites on the trail occur in a wooded area along the river as well as in urban city settings. There will be some walking. \n\nIn the Footsteps of Maggie Walker\nẸlẹgba Folklore Society creates and guides this cultural history tour as a contextual biography of Jackson Ward luminary\, Maggie Lena Walker. Evolutionary from her birthplace in Church Hill to her elevation in Historic Jackson Ward\, attendees have the chance to ponder black excellence and community building in early 20th century Richmond in light of its significance today. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/elegba-folklore-society-cultural-tours/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240419T201358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T201527Z UID:4043-1717779600-1717794000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration - Featuring the Black Book Expo (June 7th) DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration featuring the Black Book Expo will happen on Friday\, June 7 through Sunday\, June 9 as we are\, thematically\, Dancing with the Ancestors. \nJoin Elegba Folklore Society at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture on June 7 – 8\, at 5p on June 7 and at 2p on June 8\, for a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, social justice\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books. Short talks by independent authors and book signings\, a keynote speaker\, live performances plus the Freedom Market filled with unique finds\, tasty food and beverages and highlighting the Get Woke Youth Summit compliment this conscious literary festival in observance of Juneteenth. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-2024-a-freedom-celebration-featuring-the-black-book-expo/ LOCATION:Virginia Museum of History & Culture\, 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240527T222437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223224Z UID:4085-1717846200-1717858800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Celebrate African and African American Art: Nigeria DESCRIPTION:TheTalkingDrumMusic\n\nBe in our audience for excerpts from The Talking Drum.  The drum is a legendary communications tool — a punctuating teller of life as it happens.  This lively delivery of African and African American folktales and narratives combine with vocal and instrumental music to engage audiences along a rhythmic journey over continents and through time.\n\nThe Talking Drum has been called:\n\n“Absolutely fantastic!”  \n\nEnjoy all! Then\, join us next door at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture as Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration featuring the Black Book Expo continues with independent authors\, live performances\, a vast display of books plus snacks and drinks\, 2p – 7p.  Serendipity! URL:https://efsinc.org/event/celebrate-african-and-african-american-art-nigeria/ LOCATION:Virginia Museum of Fine Arts\, 200 North Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/TheTalkingDrumCast-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240419T201805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T201805Z UID:4047-1717855200-1717873200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration - Featuring the Black Book Expo (June 8th) DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration featuring the Black Book Expo will happen on Friday\, June 7 through Sunday\, June 9 as we are\, thematically\, Dancing with the Ancestors. \nJoin Elegba Folklore Society at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture on June 7 – 8\, at 5p on June 7 and at 2p on June 8\, for a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, social justice\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books. Short talks by independent authors and book signings\, a keynote speaker\, live performances plus the Freedom Market filled with unique finds\, tasty food and beverages and highlighting the Get Woke Youth Summit compliment this conscious literary festival in observance of Juneteenth. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-2024-a-freedom-celebration-featuring-the-black-book-expo-june-8th/ LOCATION:Virginia Museum of History & Culture\, 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240419T202632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T203136Z UID:4049-1717941600-1717959600@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2024\, A Freedom Celebration - A Tribute to the Ancestors\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans DESCRIPTION:Join Elegba Folklore Society on Sunday\, June 9 beginning at 2p at the Manchester Dock with A Tribute to the Ancestors\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans. An evolutionary\, experiential and visceral walk along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, attendees are invited to immerse themselves in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. From the African arrival point at the Dock to Shockoe Bottom and the sites of holding pens\, jails\, blocks and African burial ground\, interpreters will interweave the narratives of enslaved Africans with the historical record. Participants will have the chance to ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. This program includes riverside meditative community rituals for Ancestral homage. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-2024-a-freedom-celebration-a-tribute-to-the-ancestors-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans/ LOCATION:Manchester Dock\, 139 Virginia Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240710T231827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T231828Z UID:4143-1721325600-1721332800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Working Roots DESCRIPTION:This interactive 2023-24 HBCU Scholars Fellowship presentation explores the historical connections between African American magic traditions—such as Hoodoo or Rootwork—and strategies of resistance to anti-black violence. \nWe will consider how enslaved Africans created magical objects\, techniques\, and concepts that have survived into the era of #BlackLivesMatter. From the uses of graveyard dirt to the Book of Psalms as a book of spells\, this presentation challenges audiences to connect the role of liberation throughout African American religious history\, in general\, to the more specific context of magic’s application during slave rebellions and contemporary protests against police brutality. Healing and harming through supernatural means\, in this way\, becomes a radical practice governed by the pursuit of freedom. \nConnect with culture. Enjoy the discussion\, food and beverages. \n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/working-roots/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240710T231357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T215644Z UID:4141-1723910400-1723935600@efsinc.org SUMMARY:33rd Down Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife DESCRIPTION:33rd Down Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife  –  August 17\, 2024 – Details Below\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDown Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife is a downtown weekend festival that celebrates African American folklife with world music and dance\, the Heritage Market\, special children’s events\, interactive site demonstrations and delicious down home food. It is designed to show aspects of West African cultural traditions that are African American and that have been absorbed by the American South.  This is one of the Society’s original programs created in 1990. \n\n\n\n33rd Annual Down Home Family Reunion Details \n\n\n\n2024 Merchandise Vendor Application \n\n\n\n2024 Food Vendor Application \n\n\n\nTalented Youth Inquiry \n\n\n\n33RD DOWN HOME FAMILY REUNION SEEKS TO PRESENT TALENTED YOUTH The festival’s Annie Tyler New School Pavilion is a popular haven for our children. Rev. Tyler loved children and worked lovingly with Elegba Folklore Society to create quality cultural experiences for them until her death. May the good she did last forever. Cultural craft making teaches lessons\, games ensure fun and the stage showcases talented youth. Please contact us if you are interested in arranging a performance! \n\n\n\nShare Your Community Service \n\n\n\nSHARE YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE AT 33RD DOWN HOME FAMILY REUNION If your community-based organization provides a community service you want people to know about\, you may want to tell them from a table in the festival’s Waverly Crawley Community Row. Waverly Crawley was a fixture in Richmond’s Historic Jackson Ward\, the festival’s location. He constantly encouraged people to get involved in the community to make it better. He wanted people to know that they could make a difference. Please contact us if you are interested in a table. May the good he did last forever. \n\n\n\nSmall Business Exhibitors \n\n\n\nSmall Business Owners! You are invited to the 33rd Down Home Family Reunion! This Celebration of African American Folklife will happen on Saturday\, August 17\, 2024\, 4p – 11p in Richmond\, Virginia! \n\n\n\nContact Us to Join Us in the SmartMart \n\n\n\n• Display and tell your story \n\n\n\n• Interact with and distribute materials to festival attendees \n\n\n\n• Be highlighted in one prize drawing from the Main Stage! \n\n\n\nHow You Benefit Fast-track the promotions of your products/services to Richmonders and visitors by distributing product samples and prize drawings. Reinforce your marketing and public relations campaigns by distributing your flyers\, discount coupons\, business cards\, surveys and other promotional materials. \n\n\n\nEnhance your product or service image in the Richmond business picture. Be highlighted among your peers and in the community in our covered SmartMart business tent. One table\, two chairs and signage will be provided. Demonstrate your commitment to civic/social vitality. Be highlighted in one prize drawing from the Main Stage. This festival connects aspects of West African traditions with those of African Americans through the ambience of a family gathering. The festival’s location is Abner Clay Park\, located downtown in Historic Jackson Ward. \n\n\n\nWorld music and dance headline the Down Home Family Reunion along with site demonstrations and children’s programs. This event couples history with its contemporary significance. With an expected attendance of 13\,000 the festival includes a SmartMart with you in mind.  Please contact us if you are interested. \n\n\n\nParking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCONTACT US URL:https://efsinc.org/event/33rd-down-home-family-reunion-a-celebration-of-african-american-folklife/ LOCATION:Abner Clay Park\, Brook Road and West Clay Street\, Richmond\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240917T235854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T171116Z UID:4215-1726851600-1726862400@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Run Richmond 16.19 - Friday\, September 20th DESCRIPTION: URL:https://efsinc.org/event/run-richmond-16-19-friday-september-20th/ LOCATION:Main Street Station\, 1500 E Main St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T090000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240918T171454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T171454Z UID:4225-1726902000-1726909200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Run Richmond 16.19 - Friday\, September 21st DESCRIPTION: URL:https://efsinc.org/event/run-richmond-16-19-friday-september-21st/ LOCATION:Kanawha Plaza\, S 8th & E Canal St\, Richmond\, VA\, Richmond\, VA 23219\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240924T213051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T213051Z UID:4227-1727528400-1727542800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Richmond Folk Festival: Textile Origin Stories - 9/28/2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Richmond Folk Festival for a journey into the African origins of textiles and music! Explore indigo fabrics\, kente cloth\, African American quilts\, and more. Engage with the ngoni\, banjo\, and the soulful sounds of the kora and djembe. Experience live demos\, workshops\, and performances by talented artists. \nLet’s celebrate the richness of African cultural traditions together! \n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/richmond-folk-festival-textile-origin-stories-9-28-2024/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20240924T213333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T213333Z UID:4233-1727614800-1727632800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Richmond Folk Festival: Textile Origin Stories - 9/29/2024 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Richmond Folk Festival for a journey into the African origins of textiles and music! Explore indigo fabrics\, kente cloth\, African American quilts\, and more. Engage with the ngoni\, banjo\, and the soulful sounds of the kora and djembe. Experience live demos\, workshops\, and performances by talented artists. \nLet’s celebrate the richness of African cultural traditions together! \n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/richmond-folk-festival-textile-origin-stories-9-29-2024/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241228T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20241211T010634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T010840Z UID:4268-1735390800-1735412400@efsinc.org SUMMARY:2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival  DESCRIPTION:Capital City Kwanzaa Festival   December 28\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCapital City Kwanzaa Festival presents performances\, workshops\, children’s activities\, The African Market\, food and more observe the year’s-end Kwanzaa holiday\, a cultural affirmation of values\, thanksgiving and growth.  This event is the largest of its kind in Virginia\, and therefore\, one of the largest on the East Coast. Elegba Folklore Society’s Artistic Director first produced a Kwanzaa program in Richmond in 1986 and the Society first presented its festival in 1990.  (Annually during the December Kwanzaa Holiday) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Details \n\n\n\n2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Vending Application \n\n\n\n2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Volunteer Signup \n\n\n\n2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Parking \n\n\n\n2024 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Covid Protocols \n\n\n\nCONTACT US URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2024-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival/ LOCATION:Greater Richmond Convention Center – Exhibit Hall B\, 5th & Marshall Streets\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250311T220610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T220610Z UID:4324-1742058000-1742068800@efsinc.org SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries: Olympic Pride - American Prejudice DESCRIPTION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center will be hosting viewings of different documentaries of our little known yet largely influential history. \nThis week we will be showing Olympic Pride- American Prejudice\, a documentary about the 1936 Olympics in Berlin\, at the height of racism and terrorism in Hitler’s Germany. We know the story of Jesse Owens well\, come learn of 17 other African-American athletes that competed that same year. URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-olympic-pride-american-prejudice/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250319T140016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T014911Z UID:4328-1743847200-1743865200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Vision Doll Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://efsinc.org/event/vision-doll-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/unnamed-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250422T094547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T222533Z UID:4366-1746889200-1746903600@efsinc.org SUMMARY:The Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival - Survival Strategies DESCRIPTION:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO\, A CONSCIOUS LITERARY FESTIVALSaturday\, May 10\, 3p – 7p\, and Sunday\, May 11\, 3p – 7p\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRichmond\, VA •  Elegba Folklore Society will present the 2025 Black Book Expo ⦿ A Conscious Literary Festival\, May 10 – 11\, 2025 at the Pine Camp Arts Center\, 4901 Old Brook Road in Richmond\, VA  23227.  From 3p – 7p on both days\,the mid-Atlantic regional public is invited to browse and buy books\, experience live entertainment and meet both celebrity and independent authors.  While this is a free family event\, donations are cheerfully accepted.  The suggested amount is $10. \n\n\n\nThe Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival will showcase a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, social justice\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday’s theme\, Survival Strategies\, will feature a talk and chat with Anthony T. Browder from his book\, Survival Strategies for Africans in America\, 13 Steps to Freedom.  Mr. Browder has authored or co-authored 15 publications which are currently used in classrooms around the world. Also a publisher\, cultural historian\, artist and an educational consultant\, he has lectured extensively throughout the United States\, Africa\, Caribbean\, Mexico\, Japan and Europe\, on issues related to African and African American History and Culture.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognized by RVA Dance Awards for Best African Choreography\, Elegba Folklore Society’s African dancers and drummers will also appear.  According to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts\, Elegba Folklore Society consistently brings a great level of education\, professionalism\, artistry\, expertise and thoughtfulness into each one of their performances and presentations.  Elegba Folklore Society’s performances continually promote a dedication to education\, artistic expression\, incredible skillset and technique\, while also helping to preserve cultural and artistic traditions.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, the Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival turns to Honoring Our Mothers with a special array of books for women and musical love presented by songstress\, Desirée Roots. Ms. Roots is a celebrated musical and theatre icon.  With over 35 years of experience\, she has showcased her triple-threat talent in the gospel\, jazz and theatre regionally and internationally.  Along the East Coast\, Ms. Roots has performed with orchestras\, jazz ensembles\, and her own groups.  As a Grammy-nominated recording artist\, she has also produced shows like Ella at 100\, celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s centenary. In 2014\, she received the Theresa Pollak Award for Vocal Excellence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are invited to Kemi Abifarin’s\, Calabash Experience.  Through her story telling\, Kemi Abifarin shares the greatness she sees in African American culture and community and uses that energy to encourage\, inspire and invoke positivism on all levels.  The tools she chooses are in words\, stories\, families and in personal medicines.  Ms. Abifarin is listed on the Virginia Commission for the Arts and Greater Richmond Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Rosters.  Also\, an artist educator with the Richmond Performance Alliance\,  she was recognized as this group’s 2023 Support Artist of the Year. \n\n\n\nIndependent Authors will make presentations and sign their books.  Live streaming will occur from the event\, as well\, via the Society’s Facebook page.  Books will also be available on the Society’s website.  If you are an independent author and would like to participate\, please contact imani@efsinc.org. \n\n\n\nThe public may follow Elegba Folklore Society on Facebook and Instagram for updates.  They may also contact the Society at 804.644.3900\, story1@efsinc.org and find more details at www.efsinc.org. \n\n\n\nThis program is made possible\, in part\, by Dominion Energy\, the City of Richmond and the Arts & Cultural Funding Consortium. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-conscious-literary-festival-survival-strategies/ LOCATION:Pine Camp Arts Center\, 4901 Old Brook Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23227\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-BBE-Graphics.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250422T094827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T222718Z UID:4368-1746975600-1746990000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:The Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival - Honoring Our Mothers DESCRIPTION:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO\, A CONSCIOUS LITERARY FESTIVALSaturday\, May 10\, 3p – 7p\, and Sunday\, May 11\, 3p – 7p\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRichmond\, VA •  Elegba Folklore Society will present the 2025 Black Book Expo ⦿ A Conscious Literary Festival\, May 10 – 11\, 2025 at the Pine Camp Arts Center\, 4901 Old Brook Road in Richmond\, VA  23227.  From 3p – 7p on both days\,the mid-Atlantic regional public is invited to browse and buy books\, experience live entertainment and meet both celebrity and independent authors.  While this is a free family event\, donations are cheerfully accepted.  The suggested amount is $10. \n\n\n\nThe Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival will showcase a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, social justice\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday’s theme\, Survival Strategies\, will feature a talk and chat with Anthony T. Browder from his book\, Survival Strategies for Africans in America\, 13 Steps to Freedom.  Mr. Browder has authored or co-authored 15 publications which are currently used in classrooms around the world. Also a publisher\, cultural historian\, artist and an educational consultant\, he has lectured extensively throughout the United States\, Africa\, Caribbean\, Mexico\, Japan and Europe\, on issues related to African and African American History and Culture.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecognized by RVA Dance Awards for Best African Choreography\, Elegba Folklore Society’s African dancers and drummers will also appear.  According to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts\, Elegba Folklore Society consistently brings a great level of education\, professionalism\, artistry\, expertise and thoughtfulness into each one of their performances and presentations.  Elegba Folklore Society’s performances continually promote a dedication to education\, artistic expression\, incredible skillset and technique\, while also helping to preserve cultural and artistic traditions.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, the Black Book Expo\, A Conscious Literary Festival turns to Honoring Our Mothers with a special array of books for women and musical love presented by songstress\, Desirée Roots. Ms. Roots is a celebrated musical and theatre icon.  With over 35 years of experience\, she has showcased her triple-threat talent in the gospel\, jazz and theatre regionally and internationally.  Along the East Coast\, Ms. Roots has performed with orchestras\, jazz ensembles\, and her own groups.  As a Grammy-nominated recording artist\, she has also produced shows like Ella at 100\, celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s centenary. In 2014\, she received the Theresa Pollak Award for Vocal Excellence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChildren are invited to Kemi Abifarin’s\, Calabash Experience.  Through her story telling\, Kemi Abifarin shares the greatness she sees in African American culture and community and uses that energy to encourage\, inspire and invoke positivism on all levels.  The tools she chooses are in words\, stories\, families and in personal medicines.  Ms. Abifarin is listed on the Virginia Commission for the Arts and Greater Richmond Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Rosters.  Also\, an artist educator with the Richmond Performance Alliance\,  she was recognized as this group’s 2023 Support Artist of the Year. \n\n\n\nIndependent Authors will make presentations and sign their books.  Live streaming will occur from the event\, as well\, via the Society’s Facebook page.  Books will also be available on the Society’s website.  If you are an independent author and would like to participate\, please contact imani@efsinc.org. \n\n\n\nThe public may follow Elegba Folklore Society on Facebook and Instagram for updates.  They may also contact the Society at 804.644.3900\, story1@efsinc.org and find more details at www.efsinc.org. \n\n\n\nThis program is made possible\, in part\, by Dominion Energy\, the City of Richmond and the Arts & Cultural Funding Consortium. \n\n\n\n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-conscious-literary-festival-honoring-our-mothers/ LOCATION:Pine Camp Arts Center\, 4901 Old Brook Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23227\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-BBE-Graphics.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250708T213106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T213106Z UID:4395-1752321600-1752336000@efsinc.org SUMMARY:In the Footsteps of Maggie Walker DESCRIPTION:Elegba Folklore Society guides this cultural history tour as a contextual biography of Jackson Ward luminary\, Maggie Lena Walker. Evolutionary from her birthplace in Church Hill to her elevation in Historic Jackson Ward\, attendees have the chance to ponder black excellence and community building in early 20th century Richmond in light of its significance today. The tour concludes with a visit to Mrs. Walker’s home. Join us as we collaborate with the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site in celebrating her 161st birthday! \n  \nBuy Tickets URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-footsteps-of-maggie-walker/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250708T215640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T215640Z UID:4411-1755360000-1755385200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:34TH Down Home Family Reunion A Celebration of African American Folklife DESCRIPTION:The Down Home Family Reunion returns Saturday\, August 16\, 2025 at Abner Clay Park in Richmond\, VA. Celebrate African American folklife through music\, dance\, storytelling\, food\, and community. \nSave the date — more details coming soon. \n  URL:https://efsinc.org/event/34th-down-home-family-reunion-a-celebration-of-african-american-folklife/ LOCATION:Abner Clay Park\, Brook Road and West Clay Street\, Richmond\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T090556 CREATED:20250708T213452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T213520Z UID:4398-1757764800-1757779200@efsinc.org SUMMARY:Our Souls Live Here DESCRIPTION:This bus tour invites participants to visit sites of African American memory — homes\, churches\, schools\, theaters and more. Hear the stories of the black architects who created lasting testaments of our presence. Learn of those who lived and worked inside\, getting a glimpse of the times; of biography and social life. Feel hoisted by all who made something out of nothing\, and then who passed the baton to us. \n  \nBuy Tickets URL:https://efsinc.org/event/our-souls-live-here/ LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR