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Let It Shine

February 8 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Included with Museum Admission

Celebrate Black Culture with Let It Shine!

Join us at Port Discovery for Let It Shine, a vibrant celebration of Black culture! Experience the richness of Maryland’s Black history, present-day achievements, and future contributions through interactive activities, creative art projects, and engaging STEM programs. Connect with local Baltimore community partners and discover how they are shaping the culture today. Don’t miss this opportunity to honor the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future!

Visit www.PortDiscovery.org/LetItShine to learn more.

Programming this Saturday, February 8th Includes…

Special Activity: Let Your Light Shine Lanterns (1st Floor, 10:30AM & 3:30PM) :Unleash your creativity and create artwork that reflects your unique self-expression! Craft beautiful lanterns that symbolize light, strength, and personal vision, adding your own personal touch to each design. Let your lantern shine as a symbol of your individuality and artistic spirit.

Special Activity: Discovery Time (Oasis, 11 AM) : Look, listen and sing! Gather ’round, friends. Join us as we sing songs and read stories and the whole family can enjoy.

Special Activity: Show What You Know: Famous People In Maryland (Playhouse, 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM) :Test your knowledge in Show What You Know: Famous People in Maryland! Answer trivia questions about Maryland’s most notable figures, from historical icons to modern stars. Compete with friends and family in a fun, fast-paced game that celebrates Maryland’s rich legacy. Think you know these famous faces? Come find out!

Special Guest: Reading with Tellie Simpson – A Girl In A Museum World  (Oasis, 12PM)  : Join Tellie Simpson, author of A Girl In A Museum World with a special story time in our Oasis exhibit! Draw on coloring pages and purchase your very own merchandise for A Girl in a Museum World. Tellie Simpson has spent her life surrounded by history and art. Whether through her work in museums, her passion for collecting, or her visits to cultural institutions, she has carved a space in the Museum field to bring greater awareness and diversity. To learn more about A Girl in A Museum World, visit their website.

Special Guest: African American Quilters of Baltimore :The African American Quilters of Baltimore (AAQB), founded in 1992, is a group dedicated to preserving African American quilting traditions and promoting the visibility of African American quilters. The organization fosters a sense of community and provides a space for members to share knowledge, create, and celebrate their cultural heritage. To learn more about the African American Quilters of Baltimore, visit their website.

Special Guest: R.I.S.E Arts Center : R.I.S.E Arts Center provides a multidisciplinary arts education to a diverse range of youth while placing a special focus on underserved communities and youth and young adults with autism and/or other intellectual disabilities in Baltimore City. To learn more about R.I.S.E Arts Center visit their website.

Due to scheduling, programs are subject to change and more may be added. Thank you for your understanding.

Details

Date:
February 8
Time:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost:
Included with Museum Admission
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Venue

Port Discovery Children’s Museum
35 Market Place
Baltimore, MD 21202 United States
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