Where Were the Black People? | 5.16.24

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BGX Gallery | 192 Front Street NY, NY 10038

BGX Nerdy Thursdays:

6:30pm to 7:30pm | Mingle, drinks, music by DJ

7:30pm to 8:30pm | Conversation

8:30pm to 9:30 pm | Close out, music by DJ

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Delving into the overlooked history of Black land ownership in pre-19th century New York City, this Nerdy Thursdays combines curated exhibits of maps, documents, and archives with a presentation on research findings regarding Black land ownership and dispossession. Interactive discussions provide insight into this crucial aspect of the city's past featuring an artist panel with Kamau Ware, Adrian Franks and Pope Phoenix.

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NERDY THURSDAYS is Black Gotham Experience’s new take on the after-work mixer. Come and enjoy complimentary signature drinks, a thematic soundtrack by the featured DJ, check out our library, and meet new people. BGX Spring's 2024 theme is: Land of the Blacks

THINK / TALK / MIX / MINGLE

BGX Gallery

Front St between Fulton & John Street / Seaport District (Manhattan)

Train Access: A, C, 2, 3, 4, 5, J, or Z to Fulton Street.

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*Segments of the experience may be live-streamed to and/or recorded.*