Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth. (February 11, 2022 – September 11, 2022)

  NOW EXTENDED THROUGH SEPTEMBER 11th! Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth. profiles the revolutionary men—including Muhammad Ali, James Baldwin, Ta-Nehisi Coates, W.E.B Du Bois, and Kendrick Lamar—whose journeys have altered the history and culture of the country. The achievements of the men are woven within the legacy and traditions of the African American journey—achievements […]

“The Box” End of Isolation Tour – In Person

The End of Isolation Tour  Presents The BOX - In Person Wednesday, August 17 & Thursday, August 18 7 pm - 8:30 pm The End of Isolation Tour (EIT) presents The BOX, a play written by Sarah Shourd, a survivor of solitary confinement, in collaboration with other survivors. The BOX is a play about collective […]

The Other Boys of Summer Film Screening and Discussion

The Other Boys of Summer Film Screening and Discussion Sunday, August 28 | 2pm - 5pmLeidos Field at Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Drive, Aberdeen, MD This year marks the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s debut in Major League Baseball, officially breaking the color barrier.  To honor this moment in history, the Lewis Museum, Hubert V. Simmons […]

Reading The Culture September Author Talk – Shannen Dee Williams, Ph.D.

Reading The Culture September Author Talk with Shannen Dee Williams, Ph.D. Thursday, September 1, 2022 | 6 pm - 7:30 pm ET Virtual Free Admission. Registration required. Space is limited. As the Lewis Museum celebrates all things related to reading this fall, we’re excited to host a stellar collection of authors as they provide insight on […]

Racing Forward: Black Athletes, Activism & Justice – In Person

    From baseball player Jackie Robinson, to boxer Muhammad Ali, and football player Colin Kaepernick, Black athletes have historically leveraged their power to advocate for racial and social change. Join the Lewis Museum for a  panel discussion with several sports analysts on how these and current Black athletes have taken on the mantle of […]