Virtual Youth Photography Workshop: How I See My Community
Young photographers in training are invited to learn the tricks and trade of photography with photojournalist, Kyle Pompey, over this two session course (9/12/20 and 9/19/20). Kyle will share his experiences and work, while teaching youth how to create their own photographic works of arts. Student photographers will showcase their work online following the workshop. […]
Capturing a Movement: Photography as Activism
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 […]
Reginald F. Lewis Museum Virtual Educator’s Open House
Join the museum to learn about virtual program offerings available for educational groups. Educators will take a guided virtual gallery tour of our permanent exhibition and Freedom Bound: Runaways of the Chesapeake exhibtion along with a glimpse of a virtual living history performance. Museum staff will be available for questions and discussion. Cost: Free Click […]
Regional Youth Summit on Teen Resistance to Systemic Racism
Join the museum and teens from around the region in a virtual conversation on how they are addressing and fighting systemic injustices occurring in their world today. Students will discuss how teens are active in their communities and the power they yield to shape change. The summit will feature artistic and musical expressions. This summit […]
Family Story: Unraveling Your DNA
If you can’t find information through records or have hit a dead end in your research, DNA analysis can help expand your family story. Genealogy expert, Lyndra Marshall (née Pratt), speaks with AfricanAncestry founder and president, Dr. Gina Paige. Learn how DNA ancestry testing works and what can be uncovered in the process. Register here. […]
Freedom Bound: Songs of Love, Hope, and Determination
This program has moved. Baltimore Musicales will be hosting the virtual concert. Register for their event at https://www.baltimoremusicales.org/performances/event-freedombound. Please contact Alyssa Foley at alyssa.foley@lewismuseum.org, if you have any questions. You’re invited to the debut of Freedom Bound: Songs of Love, Hope, and Determination, a virtual concert created in partnership with Baltimore Musicales. Explore Freedom Bound: […]
How are the Children?
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyone’s lives but children have been especially affected with the closing of schools, inability to play with friends, and threat of food insecurity. This conversation will look at how children are dealing with these issues. Dr. Lisa Delpit, an author, educator, and MacArthur Fellows Genius will give the keynote address. […]
Architecture Kids Workshop – Part II
Learn about African American architects, architectural design and Baltimore’s architecture in this virtual workshop hosted by Doors Open Baltimore and Bmore NOMA. Youth will create designs for a neighborhood mall or store. Bmore NOMA is an organization that champions diversity within the design professions. Recommended Audience: Grades 3-8; Cost: Free Click Here to Register. Once […]
STEAM Conversation for Kids: How to Make A Vaccine
Download the STEMcX worksheet for the program. Ever wondered how vaccines are made for the flu or COVID-19? Find out with a live Q & A talk with Dr. Kizzy S. Corbett, the scientific lead for the Coronavirus Vaccines & Immunopathogenesis Team at the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Corbett will explain her scientific journey […]
Endangered – The State of Black Men in America
African American men have the lowest life expectancy of any demographic group in the United States, regardless of economic status. During this program, speakers will highlight the major factors that lead to Black men’s deaths and how we can change this harrowing statistic. Marc Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League will give […]