If you are looking for ways to learn and celebrate Black History Month with your family, then look no farther than The Field Museum!
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Reda Brooks, who is the project leader for BHM at The Field Museum, said:
"Black History Month's aim is to provide examples of African and African American achievements. Good, fun stories about people that look like children of color and have our images, with inspiring plots describing people and their perseverance or accomplishments, feed the imagination and spirit of any reader as well as listeners. Including stories about Black people at all times is important, but especially during Black History Month because it's a time when visitors are looking to engage in these narratives. Just like shopping for Christmas presents in December, making resolutions in January or fireworks in July, etc."
Events and programs have been developed to appeal to visitors of all ages, from guest lecturers to daily story times in the Crown Family PlayLab and as an added bonus, Illinois Residents can get in FREE the entire month of February! (Basic Admission Only).
Upcoming Events Include:
| Every Monday - Friday Enjoy story time each day at 11am and 1pm in the Crown Family PLayLab A rich variety of stories, from classics to new family favorites will be shared weekdays | ||
Ongoing See the new exhibit that honors African American taxidermist Carl Cotton Take a guided tour to see Cotton's work on display in the museum, or to explore and learn about Africa's historical greatness |
February 8, 2020 Learn more about Carl Cotton, and his connection to a local historian and activist, in the Curiosity Corner. Also learn about Chicago's own part in in founding Black History Month. 11am to 1pm |
February 12, 2020 Attend a lecture with Dr. Lisa White, from the University of California Museum of Paleontology, as she shares the efforts being made to make fieldwork more accessible to a greater diversity of people. 12pm to 1pm | ||
February 14, 17, 28 and 29 Learn about the Ahanti Kente cloth, it's importance and you are invited to wear your own Kente cloth as well! Piece will be on display. 1:30pm to 3:30pm |
To learn more about upcoming events, or to plan your visit - please visit the Field Museum's website!
