THURSDAY NIGHTS AT THE MUSEUM

Kick off your weekend at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park! Thursday Nights at the Museum is a weekly series that is sometimes the most fun, sometimes the most thought-provoking, and always the most interesting night of your week. The museum exhibits are open late, and you’ll enjoy cash bar and food for purchase, pop-up activities, concerts, lectures, and more.

BLACK HISTORY AND THE DISABILITY RIGHTS MOVEMENT | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024 | 5:30–8:00PM

Strongly influenced by the civil rights movement, the disability rights movement emerged in the late 20th century. Several Black leaders played critical roles in both movements, highlighting the intersectionality of Black and disabled identities and the ways both have been rendered invisible. Join us for a panel program to hear about the experiences of Black individuals with disabilities who have confronted both racism and ableism, as well as the contributions that Black people with disabilities have made to the disability rights movement. The program will conclude with a performance by guitarist and singer Deb Bush of the Angel Band Project. ASL interpretation will be provided.
African American History Initiative (AAHI) programming is presented by Wells Fargo.
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