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February 7, 2002
Around Africa in an afternoon
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The African-American Stilt Ballet is one of the featured performers at this years Celebration of African Cultures. Photo by Jennifer Gibson |
The folkways, fables, fabrics and food of Africa are the focus of the University of Pennsylvania Museums 13th annual Celebration of African Cultures on Saturday, Feb. 16.
The day-long event features music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts and childrens activities, including performances by the Womens Sekere Ensemble, the Kulu Mele African American Dance Ensemble, musical-instrument-maker Adimu-Kuumba, and the African-American Stilt Ballet. Gallery tours showcase the Museums African collections, and the Museum Cafe will serve up a taste of Africa along with its regular menu.
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CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN CULTURES:
11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at the University of Pennsylvania
Museum, 33rd and Spruce streets. Admission $5, students/seniors $2.50,
Museum members/children under 6/PennCard holders free. Info: 215-898-4000.
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Originally published on February 7, 2002
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