AphroChic Magazine: Issue No. 11

COMING UP
Events, exhibits, and happenings that celebrate and explore the African Diaspora.
Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures
March 2023 | NMAAHC | Washington, DC
A new exhibit at the Smithsonian's National
Museum of African American History and
Culture explores the past, present, and
future of Afrofuturism in an exhibition that
features the various people, unique themes,
and radical artistry that have given voice to
it. Featuring hundreds of objects and images
as well as multimedia displays, Afrofuturism: A
History of Black Futures explores the history of
Afrofuturist expression and culture through
literature, music, art, film, and fashion. For
more information, go to nmaahc.si.edu.
Harare 2080 by Simba Mafundikwa
Gullah Festival
May 26-28 | Beaufort, SC
The Gullah are African Americans who live in the
lowcountry region of Georgia, Florida, and South
Carolina, who work to preserve their African cultural
heritage, including a Creole language similar to Sierra
Leone’s Krio. The Gullah Festival celebrates the
Gullah history and culture, showcasing crafts such
as basket and cast net weaving, and includes African
dance and music, drum circles, booths, and more.
Learn more at originalgullahfestival.org.
Beale Street Music Festival
May 5-7 | Memphis, Tenn.
The 45th Beale Street Music Festival is set once again
for Tom Lee Park and on the world-famous Beale Street
in Memphis. Three main stages showcase iconic blues
performers, bands, and singers over three days and
nights. The event also includes the World Championship
Barbecue Cooking Contest, combining two things
that Memphis is known for around the globe. For more
information, go to memphisinmay.org.
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