Carver Community Cultural Center’s Youth Matinee – “The Quilt: A Living History of African American Music”

226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio, Texas, 78202 At this address 226 Hackberry, San Antonio

The San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum (SAAACAM) and Musical Bridges Around the World invite learners of all ages to the historic Carver Community Cultural Center for a very special performance in the Carver Youth Matinee Series. This film is an educational documentary that explores and celebrates the music genres born of and formed by African American history and culture, and reflects on how the past connects with the present, just like the layers of a quilt! This interactive film screening will also include live appearances and activities by cast members and artists of The Quilt, including a...

Burial Ground: Exploring African American Resting Places

226 N. Hackberry, San Antonio, Texas, 78202 At this address 226 Hackberry, San Antonio

Join us for history and intrigue as we explore City Cemetery #3. Tour groups of 9 with masks will embark on a one-mile trek through the cemetery to uncover the buried history of San Antonio African Americans. Tickets are $25 per person. Member tickets are discounted. Tours are for ages 21 and older. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes as the cemetery grounds are rocky and uneven. Please note: The meeting location will be 30 minutes in advance, at the Carver Community Center ( 226 N. Hackberry), participants will be shuttled to City Cemetery #3 entrance on S. Palmetto and back...