History/Humanities
VIRTUAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION
Online NY, United States#BlackHistoryMonth, we're reminded that we stand on the shoulders of so many heroes who paved the way for us. One week from today, join us as we celebrate Black History Month by honoring #Queenstrailblazers and recognizing stellar students. RSVP link…
Hands on History: Immigrant Women at King Manor
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaMarch is Women's History Month and Irish American Heritage Month! In celebration of the Irish immigrant women who worked at King Manor, join us in our historic kitchen to learn about their lives in the United States and make a…
Meet the Playwright Presents: Widows and Warriors
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning 161-04 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaThis free play takes a look inside the life of two great women!
April Fools!
NY, United StatesThis April Fools’ Day, come learn about some safe and fun jokes and pranks from the 19th century, harvest your own donut seeds, and make the classic Rattlesnake Eggs envelope prank!
Hands On History: Jackie in Queens
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaApril 15th marks the 76th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s racial barrier by making his game debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, becoming the first black male athlete to do so. Although he was a Brooklyn Dodger, he…
Narratives of The Enslaved & The Free
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaNovelist, painter, and puppeteer George Hagen presents “Narratives of the Enslaved & the Free.” Using shadow puppets, Hagen’s short film “Jupiter Washington, Carpenter” (2022) tells the tale of an enslaved man on the Washington family plantation in Virginia in the…
Lovecraft at the Manor
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaDavid J. Goodwin is back for another Lovecraft at the Manor, and this time with his book on the horizon! Author and historian David J. Goodwin will discuss his research on the influential horror writer H. P. Lovecraft and his…
A Taste of Soul’s “Sing-A-Long the City” Tour
IHOP 134-60 Springfield Blvd, Springfield Gardens, New YorkWith the holiday season upon us, A Taste of Soul NY African American Heritage Tours / Bus It, has created a Sing-A-Long the City tour to remember. What a joyful way to experience the music and magic of arts and…
History Park Where African-American History Comes To Life
Black Spectrum Theatre 177-01 Baisley Boulevard, JamaicaHistory Park Where African-American History Comes To Life
Black Spectrum Theatre 177-01 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica
A Celebration of Native American Heritage w/ Alexair Dreams Storytelling
Queens Library - Rochdale Village Branch 169-09 137 Avenue, Rochdale VillageIndigenous culture is at the roots of this country, with endless beauty, history and knowledge for us to honor. Learn about Native American songs, dances, and customs with Alexair Dreams Storytelling.
Hands on History: Cast Your Ballot 19th Century Style!
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaCast ballots 19th Century style! Practice writing with oak gall ink and quills while learning about Rufus King's presidential campaign. Cast your votes and help us decide which produce should be grown in our gardens! There will also be games…