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African American Cultural Society Inc.

The African American Cultural Society Inc fosters cultural awareness and appreciation through educational programs, events, and exhibits that celebrate African American history, arts, and contributions, aiming to empower and unite the community.

Join us for &ldquo;Dance on Widow&#39;s Row,&rdquo; a comedy play by Samm Art Williams.Four wealthy Southern widows with a deadly reputation host a gathering to get closer to the town&rsquo;s most promising bachelors. Get ready to laugh at this dark comedy about death, dating and superstition.&nbsp; Your registration supports the African American Cultural Society&rsquo;s mission to preserve and share African American culture through community programs.&nbsp;

Dance on Widow's Row

&iexcl;La emoci&oacute;n est&aacute; en el aire! Prep&aacute;rate para ser parte de algo extraordinario en el centro cultural y museo de la Sociedad Cultural Afroamericana. &iexcl;Es un evento para dar inicio al Mes de la Historia de la Mujer, y queremos que est&eacute;s all&iacute;! Unbossed &amp; Unbowed es un espect&aacute;culo en solitario inmersivo e interactivo sobre la primera mujer afroamericana en postularse para la nominaci&oacute;n dem&oacute;crata a la Presidencia de los Estados Unidos en los a&ntilde;os 60 y 70. En su interpretaci&oacute;n de Shirley Chisholm, Ingrid Griffith lo cuenta como realmente fue... Una mujer con visi&oacute;n es algo poderoso. La historia nos lleva de regreso a cuando Shirley, de 10 a&ntilde;os, regresa a los EE. UU. despu&eacute;s de ser separada de sus padres durante la Gran Depresi&oacute;n. Vemos c&oacute;mo los a&ntilde;os viviendo con su abuela en Barbados hicieron que la Herencia Caribe&ntilde;a de Shirley se manifestara en su porte, patr&oacute;n de habla y expectativas personales. La infancia de Shirley Chisholm tambi&eacute;n muestra c&oacute;mo la raza y el g&eacute;nero estaban destinados a determinar cu&aacute;n lejos podr&iacute;a llegar en la vida, por qu&eacute; como joven decidi&oacute; luchar por los despose&iacute;dos y qu&eacute; fue necesario para que ella se elevara. Unbossed &amp; Unbowed dramatiza la era de los Derechos Civiles, la agitaci&oacute;n de los a&ntilde;os 60, el sistema patriarcal y la red de hombres contra la que luch&oacute; Shirley Chisholm, temas que todav&iacute;a vemos en la pol&iacute;tica actual. Las im&aacute;genes y la m&uacute;sica establecen el tono de la &eacute;poca y crean im&aacute;genes mentales de las convulsiones econ&oacute;micas, pol&iacute;ticas y sociales en Am&eacute;rica desde los a&ntilde;os 30 hasta principios de los 70. Los personajes en Unbossed &amp; Unbowed tienen voces fuertes y puntos de vista v&aacute;lidos. Pero es la narrativa de Shirley Chisholm la que entrega el mensaje de la historia. La Exhibici&oacute;n del Mes de la Historia de la Mujer abrir&aacute; oficialmente el 6 de marzo de 2026, junto con esta incre&iacute;ble actuaci&oacute;n. Qu&eacute;date un momento para conectar con la actriz en solitario del espect&aacute;culo, Ingrid Griffith. Adem&aacute;s, admira la exposici&oacute;n con el trabajo del artista pl&aacute;stico Larry Lee Tinsley, la artista y autora Oslyn Bryant y el artista pl&aacute;stico Richlin Ryan. &iexcl;Tu participaci&oacute;n y apoyo a este evento del 35 aniversario de AACS ser&aacute; muy apreciado! Gracias por apoyar nuestra misi&oacute;n, tu respaldo es invaluable.

Evento de apertura del Mes de la Historia de la Mujer: Shirley Chisholm Unbossed & Unbowed by Ingrid Griffith

Excitement is in the air! Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at the African American Cultural Society&#39;s&nbsp;cultural center and museum. It&#39;s an event to kickoff the Women&#39;s History Month exhibit, and we want you to be there!&nbsp; Unbossed &amp; Unbowed is an immersive and interactive solo show about the 1st African-American woman to run for the Democratic nomination for the Presidency of the U.S. In the 1960s and &rsquo;70s. &nbsp;This Brooklyn-born daughter of Caribbean parents was on a mission. They called her the black Joan of Arc. She called herself Fighting Shirley as she faced off against the political machine in the name of justice. &nbsp;In her portrayal of Shirley Chisholm, Ingrid Griffith tells it like it really is... &nbsp;A Woman with a Vision is a Powerful Thing. &nbsp; The story journeys back to 10-year-old Shirley returning to the U.S. after being separated from her parents during the Great Depression. &nbsp;We see how the years living with her grandmother in Barbados manifested Shirley&#39;s Caribbean Heritage in her bearing, speech pattern and expectations of herself. &nbsp; Shirley Chisholm&#39;s childhood also shows how race and gender were intended to determine how far she could go in life, why as a young woman she chose to fight for the disenfranchised, and what it took for her to rise.Unbossed &amp; Unbowed dramatizes the Civil Rights era, the unrest of the 1960s, the patriarchal system and the all-boys network Shirley Chisholm was up against, many themes we still see in the politics of today. &nbsp; Visuals and music establish the tenor of the times and create mental images of the economic, political and social upheavals in America from the 1930s to the early 1970s. &nbsp;The characters in Unbossed &amp; Unbowed all have strong voices and valid points-of-view. &nbsp;But it&#39;s Shirley Chisholm&#39;s narrative that delivers the story&#39;s message. AACS&#39; Women&#39;s history Month Exhibit will officially open on March &nbsp;6, 2026, along side this incredible performance. &nbsp; Stay for a moment &nbsp;to connect with the show&#39;s solo actress, Ingrid Griffith. &nbsp;In addition, view the exhibit with the work of fine artist, Larry Lee Tinsley, artist and author, Oslyn Bryant , &nbsp;fine artist Richlin Ryan and others. &nbsp;Your participation and support for this AACS 35th Anniversary event will be greatly appreciated! Thank you for supporting our mission, your contribution is invaluable. Note: This event is supported in part by the City of Palm Coast, the Flagler County Cultural Council, and Florida Arts and Culture.&nbsp; &ldquo;While this production is grounded in documented history, the artistic interpretations expressed are those of the creators and do not necessarily represent the views of the grantors or their affiliates.&rdquo;

Women's History Month Exhibit Opening Event: Shirley Chisholm Unbossed & Unbowed by Ingrid Griffith

Members of the African American Cultural Society Inc. (AACS) help preserve, share, and celebrate African American history and culture in our community 🎭. Your membership supports exhibitions, youth and adult education programs, and cultural events that honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout the year ❤️. <ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Join today to stay connected, receive event updates, and stand with a community committed to cultural learning and pride.</li></ul>

Members of the African American Cultural Society Inc. (AACS) help preserve, share, and celebrate African American history and culture in our community 🎭.Your membership supports exhibitions, youth and adult education programs, and cultural events that honor the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout the year ❤️.Join today to stay connected, receive event updates, and stand with a community committed to cultural learning and pride.

African American Cultural Society Inc.'s Annual Membership Renewals

Join the African American Cultural Society Inc. as a new member 🎭📚 and help preserve and share African American history, art, and storytelling with our community. Your membership supports cultural events, educational workshops, and community gatherings that honor African American heritage in real, tangible ways. Complete this form to become part of a welcoming space where elders, youth, artists, and neighbors learn and celebrate together.

Join the African American Cultural Society Inc. as a new member 🎭📚 and help preserve and share African American history, art, and storytelling with our community.Your membership supports cultural events, educational workshops, and community gatherings that honor African American heritage in real, tangible ways. Complete this form to become part of a welcoming space where elders, youth, artists, and neighbors learn and celebrate together.

African American Cultural Society Inc.'s New Memberships - July thru September

Celebrate 35 years of history, art, and community. Place an ad in our Anniversary Journal to honor a loved one, recognize your organization, or share your support for the African American Cultural Society and Museum. 📖✨ Your advertisement helps sustain programs like school workshops, youth initiatives, and cultural exhibits that preserve and share African and African American stories. Together, we keep this heritage visible, valued, and alive for future generations.

Celebrate 35 years of history, art, and community. Place an ad in our Anniversary Journal to honor a loved one, recognize your organization, or share your support for the African American Cultural Society and Museum. 📖✨Your advertisement helps sustain programs like school workshops, youth initiatives, and cultural exhibits that preserve and share African and African American stories. Together, we keep this heritage visible, valued, and alive for future generations.

African American Cultural Society Inc.'s 35th Anniversary Journal Advertisement

Join us as we mark 35 years of the African American Cultural Society, Inc.&nbsp; Together, we honor the stories, art, and traditions that preserve the rich history and heritage of African and African American communities. Your registration helps sustain cultural events, exhibits, and educational programs at the AACS Cultural Center &amp; Museum, welcoming students, educators, and neighbors into this shared history. Add your name below to be part of this anniversary celebration and our ongoing work to educate, inspire, and engage the public.

African American Cultural Society, Inc.'s 35th Anniversary Celebration

Join us as we mark 35 years of the African American Cultural Society, Inc.&nbsp;Together, we honor the stories, art, and traditions that preserve the rich history and heritage of African and African American communities. Thenjoin us for an intimate evening honoring 35 years of the African American Cultural Society and Museum. This VIP Reception gathers friends, supporters, and community partners who believe in preserving and celebrating African and African American history. Your presence helps sustain our exhibits, youth initiatives, and educational programs that invite students, families, and educators to engage with our shared story. Enjoy thoughtful conversation, light refreshments, and a chance to connect with those who keep this legacy alive. 🎉

African American Cultural Society, Inc.'s 35th Anniversary Celebration & VIP Reception

Celebrate 35 years of history, art, and community with our Anniversary Raffle. 🎟️ Your ticket supports exhibits, school programs, and youth initiatives that share the stories and achievements of African and African American communities. Every entry helps keep our cultural center vibrant for students, educators, and neighbors. ✨ Complete the form below to enter the raffle and stand with us in preserving and celebrating our shared history. Drawing at African American Cultural Center &amp; MuseumOctober 2026 General Membership Meeting&nbsp;4422 North US Highway 1, Palm Coast, Fla.

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