Bronzeville Historical Society Grand Opening and Press Event

Host Organization: Bronzeville Historical Society

Journey Chicago will conclude with a celebration of the official opening of Bronzeville Historical Society’s new permanent home in the historic Parkway Ballroom building! From 12pm-1pm, members of the press are invited to tour the space and view the groundbreaking exhibit “ReIMAGINE Aunt Jemima,” which honors Nancy Green and all the women who portrayed the iconic brand across the years.

At 1pm, the space will be opened up for a public reception, and everyone is welcome to join us! View the exhibit and enjoy snacks, drinks and music.

Stick around at 2pm for a special showing of “The Black Theater: The Making of a Movement”, with discussion led by Maséqua Myers, longtime theater and film producer and former director of the South Side Community Art Center. (Register separately for the film screening here.)

Proof of vaccination is required to attend this event. 

Cost & Registration Info: This event is FREE but space is VERY LIMITED.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bronzeville-historical-society-grand-opening-tickets-196112015317

Location Info:

4455 South King Drive, Suite 103, Chicago, IL 60653