
Tribute to the Ancestors
Sat, May 16, 10—11am
In partnership with Weeksville Heritage Center
Rain or shine!
In partnership with Weeksville Heritage Center—and under the guidance of artistic director Abdel R. Salaam and the DanceAfrica Council of Elders—this traditional tribute to those who have passed features music and drumming, dance performances, and a libation ceremony conducted by the Council of Elders.
UPCOMING Performances
RUNNING TIME
1hr
VENUE
Weeksville Heritage Center
158 Buffalo Avenue
Brooklyn NY 11213
TICKET INFORMATION
Free
All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
Leadership support for
BAM’s strategic initiatives provided by:
Leadership support for
BAM Access Programs provided by
the Jerome L. Greene Foundation
Leadership support for
BAM programming provided by:
Leadership support for
BAM Community programs provided by
The Thompson Family Foundation
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