Together with Baltimore Musicales, the Lewis Museum presents an afternoon of art, songs, arias, and spirituals by African American composers and poets. Works by Thomas Kerr, Moses Hogan, Margaret Bonds, Hall Johnson, William Grant Still, H. Leslie Adams, and Florence Price, along with the premiere of new music by Baltimore-raised composer Jasmine Barnes. A reception […]

Maryland’s music industry enriched the world. Some of the bright stars of jazz and blues including Cab Calloway, Chick Webb, and Billie Holiday were Baltimore natives. Baltimore was also home to the Royal Theater, a stop on the famous Chitlin’ Circuit, which featured black musicians, comedians, and other entertainers. Join Jacqueline Copeland, Executive Director, and […]

Photographers serve as witnesses, capturing humanity during a moment in time. Baltimore photographer Joe Giordano will moderate a discussion with fellow photographers from around the country about the history of photographing protest, the importance of being witness to the Black Lives Matter movement, and more. Registration required; free for members/$5 for non-members. Register here. The […]