Calendar

September 5, 2008, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Event: Heirlooms by J. W. Robinson Horne

On Friday, September 5, 2008, 6:00 – 8:00 pm the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia will feature a gallery talk in conjunction with the exhibition, Heirlooms by J. W. Robinson Horne featuring original fashion designs of this native Richmonder. This exhibition features 35 selected designs from his collections: Fall Drama, Paris Inspired, University, Bridal, 1776, Couturier and Spring1950 Collections. Also featured are three designs from his “Carousel of Coats” Collection. These Heirloom Fashion Designs by J. W. Robinson Horne will be on display through September 30, 2008.

April 20, 2008, 3:00 p.m.
Event: The Historic Richmond Jazz Suite

Please note: This event is being held at Muse Creative Center (6 North 19th Street, Richmond, VA 23223 in Historic Shockoe Bottom). Cost: $12 (museum members), $15 (general public). Music has been inspired by the Jackson Ward community, history, and culture. All selections have been composed, performed, and conducted by Ashby Anderson.

February 1, 2008, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Event: The Gift of Black Inventors Opening Reception

The Gift of Black Inventors highlights the numerous contributions of Americans of African descent to science and industry. The product of more than twenty-five years of research by its curator James E. Wright, Jr., the exhibition will display more than 125 items that feature inventions from the late 19^th century through the present. The Gift of Black Inventors will be on display at the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia through July 31, 2008.