On the Shoulders of Giants: Celebrating Black History Month
February 24 2024 | 10:00am to 5:00pm
Join us for an all-ages celebration honoring Detroit's Black history!
1 p.m. Explore the legacy of civil engineer Cornelius Henderson in a lecture and panel discussion led by Dr. Howard Lindsey, Dr Rashid Faisal, Mr. David L. Head, and Dr. Anita Moncrease. Henderson played a key role in the design and construction of the Ambassador Bridge in the 1920s and worked on many other projects during his 47-year career with the Canadian Bridge Company, including bridges, railroads, factories, residences, cemeteries, apartment buildings, and more.
12 - 2 p.m. Meet 826michigan gallery guides in Stories by Stereo: Voices of Detroit Students.
2 - 4 p.m. Catch a jazz performance by Vincent Chandler Experience.
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Shop our vendor marketplace, featuring many of our Hustle honorees and other distinguished Detroit businesses.
Admission is free!
MARKETPLACE VENDORS
Addictive Brand
Art is my therapy
Building Seven Media
Charles Collectibles and Books LLC
Conversation Pieces
Creative Hina Design LLC
Earthtropics Bath & Body Goods
Finally Mines Boutique
Flavorful Creations LLC
Jetta's Gourmet Popcorn
Just Jameen Products & Silent art
Leep4Joy Books
Nature’s Ambrosia
Nature's Spill
Nubian Essence
Salikas' Jewels LLC
Tickled Mahogany
Toni's Collection LLC
Wana's Boutique
