Join AAHM for Jazz Night Part 1 & Part 2

Jazz Night 1
We're thrilled to invite you to "Celebrate Our Heritage: Jazz & Bid Whist" - in partnership with the University of Illinois at Springfield African American Studies program, two evenings where music meets tradition and creates unforgettable memories.
Night one is April 17, 7 PM-11 PM at 1100 South Grand East, Springfield, Illinois 62703 and night two is April 27, 7 PM - 11 PM at 1100 South Grand East, Springfield, Illinois 62703.
But wait, there's more! Challenge your skills and tactics at our Bid Whist tables for a chance to win door prizes and, of course, those coveted bragging rights. 🎴♠️ I

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On This Day In History

On This Day in History: April 13, 2024

Today marks the birthday of an extraordinary figure in American literature, Nella Larsen, born on this day in 1891. A key voice of the Harlem Renaissance, Larsen's work delves deep into the complexities of racial identity and the struggle for acceptance in early 20th-century society. Her novels, "Quicksand" and "Passing", remain profound explorations of the nuanced spaces between Black and white communities, challenging the social norms of her time with grace and subtlety.
Happy Birthday, Nella Larsen! 📚✨

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There’s Something for Everyone at Our 2024 Events

April 2024

  • April 13, 2024: Coffee & Conversation at 10 AM *RESCHEDULED TBD*
  • April 17, 2024: Celebrate Our Heritage: Jazz & Bid Whist, Part 1 from 7-11 PM. (1100 South Grand East Springfield, IL 62703)
  • April 20, 2024: Illinois Black Laws Discussion with Illinois Road Scholar Caroline Kisiel at 4 PM
  • April 23, 2024: AAHM 2025 Membership & Community Meeting
  • April 24, 2024: Race Riot Discussion with UIS
  • April 27, 2024: Celebrate Our Heritage: Jazz & Bid Whist, Part 2 from 7-11 PM. (1100 South Grand East Springfield, IL 62703)

July 2024

July 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024: “History Comes Alive” Program every Saturday at 2pm

August 2024

  • August 3, 2024: Final “History Comes Alive” program at 2 pm
  • August 8-18, 2024: History Exhibit at the Illinois State Fair

September 2024
September 14 Coffee and Conversations

October 2024
October 10, 2024: The 13th Annual “Honoring our Heritage, AAHM Gala”

November 2024
November 1, 2024: Greek Christmas Decorating

December 2024

  • December 6, 2024: Greek Christmas Event
  • December 25-26, 2024: Closed in Observance of Christmas
    December 27, 2024: Kwanzaa Celebration
  • December 27, 2024: Kwanzaa Celebration

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Tuesday-Saturday Noon until 4:00PM

Special events and private guided tours can be made outside of general admission times. Please call the office to schedule your event.

Location

1440 Monument Avenue
Springfield, Illinois 62702
Email: contact@spiaahm.org
Phone: (217 ) 391-6323

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Donations are strongly encouraged.