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SUMMARY:Shining A Light On Black History In Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:We present Shining A Light on Black History in Philadelphia\, a Black History Month celebration honoring the changemakers of our great city!\n\n\nEvent Date: Friday\, February 27\, 2026Time: 6:00 PMLocation: The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center4200 Wissahickon Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA 19129Admission: Free & Open to the PublicParking: Free Parking Available \nThis year’s celebration honors influential Philadelphians whose work continues to uplift and enrich our communities: \nMother Mary Campbell – Philadelphia National Day of Prayer \nDr. Donald Dumpson – President/CEO of Diverse Arts Solutions and Minister of Arts at Arch Street Presbyterian Church \nLoree Jones Brown – CEO\, Philabundance \nDr. Lorina Marshall Blake – President\, Independence Blue Cross Foundation; Vice President of Community Affairs\, IBX \nThe evening will feature dynamic performances by: \nThe Philadelphia Heritage Chorale \nCAPA Dance Department \nCAPA Theater Department \nWith powerful music\, expressive dance\, and theatrical artistry\, this celebration shines a spotlight on the resilience\, creativity\, and legacy of Black Philadelphians—past and present. \nThis event will also be held in memory of Regina Smith\, whose contributions and spirit continue to inspire. \nCome experience a night of culture\, history\, and community as we honor those who continue to guide the future while illuminating the past.
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LOCATION:The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center of Philadelphia\, 4200 Wissahickon Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19129\, United States
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