Workshop “Handling Holy Things: Black Religious Preservation and Stewardship”

This multi-faith workshop invites faith leaders to explore the history of Black religion in America and the work of the Center for the Study of African American Religious Life at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, D.C. In addition, faith leaders will learn about practical tools and resources for preservation and archiving of religious ephemera in their local houses of worship. This event is presented by the Center for the Study of African American Religious Life at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture in partnership with SAAACAM. It will be held at St. Philip’s College 1801 Martin Luther King Dr. The workshop will take place in the Sutton Learning Center Building. Parking available in Lot 4 and Lot 12. Limited seating is available, and pre-registration is REQUIRED to attend.