Events

Celebrate African and African American Art: Global Community Family Day Saturday, June 11 at 11:30am and again at 2pm. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Be in our audience for African Traditions in Virginia.  […]

Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration is Virginia’s flagship Juneteenth holiday commemoration, and it attracts visitors from around the state and beyond.  It reflects  particular and poignant stories of enslavement and emancipation that […]

Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration June 26, 2022 Special Thanks to:   Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration is Virginia’s flagship Juneteenth holiday commemoration. First presented in 1996, it is reflective of Richmond […]

The 3rd Saturday Documentaries are returning to Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center.  Join us on Saturday, July 16th at 5p to view and discuss “Audre Lorde the Berlin Years”  Free. Audre […]

31st Down Home Family Reunion, A Celebration of African American Folklife    August 20, 2022 Down Home Family Reunion, A Celebration of African American Folklife is a downtown weekend festival […]

FIGHTING FOR RESPECT: AFRICAN-AMERICAN SOLDIERS IN WWI Directed by Joanne Burke USA/FRANCE / 2021 / 54 MIN / DOCUMENTARY / ENGLISH SYNOPSIS Fighting for Respect captures the plight of African American soldiers who […]

Burkinabè Rising: The Art of Resistance Burkinabè Rising shows how through non-violent resistance in Burkina Faso, a vibrant community of artists and engaged citizens prove that political change that can […]

Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center features fine art, prints, memorabilia, artifacts, imports, collectibles, home decor, wearables, books, jewelry (for women and men), shea & cocoa butters, black soap, oils, incense […]

The 3rd Saturday Documentaries continue on February 18 at 5p ET with James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket.  Striking archival footage explores the passionate intellect and courageous writing of […]