Join us for the inaugural Africana Arts & Humanities Festival

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New Name, Same Amazing Programming

After a wonderful 11-year run, one of the African American Research Library and Cultural Center's signature programs, the South Florida Book Festival, is being rebranded as the Africana Arts & Humanities Festival.

In tribute to the 50th anniversary of Broward County Library, this year's theme is "Rootedness: A Retrospective on 50 Years of Black Literature and Culture." The term "rootedness" comes from an essay by Toni Morrison, the epitome of Black creative expression during the 1970s.

The lineup for the AAHF features authors, panels, tours, and other experiences celebrating the era of the 1970s and reflecting on the past 50 years of Black literature and culture.

This event is presented by JM Family Enterprises with sponsorship provided by Bank of America, Visit Lauderdale, Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency, and Holman Honda.

Visit http://africanafestival.broward.org for complete details.

The Lineup

Bestselling Authors, Performers, and Thought-Leaders

Michael Harriot

Michael Harriot is a critically acclaimed poet, journalist, and broadcaster who covers the intersection of race, politics, and social issues. His work is often cited by outlets and individuals from the New York Times and the Washington Post.

Daniel Black

Dr. Daniel Black is an author and professor of African American studies at Clark Atlanta University. His books include The Coming, Perfect Peace and They Tell Me of a Home. Presented by the Ujima Men's Collective.

View the full festival schedule

Come for the Stories, Stay for the Party

This year's reception, "Destination Roots," will feature DJ Tillery James spinning funk, soul, and disco hits from the 1970s. Proceeds benefit the Africana Arts & Humanities Festival.

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Cornrows and Crowns: A Conversation with Camille Yarbrough and Kahran Bethencourt

Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 10AM

Join us for an intergenerational discussion about hair pride between Coretta Scott King Award-winning authors Camille Yarbrough, author of Cornrows, and Kahran Bethencourt of CreativeSoul Photography (The Me I Choose to Be, Crowned, and Glory). The event will also feature a children’s hair show curated by Natural Trend Setters to celebrate the beauty and creativity of Black aesthetic culture.

From Alex Haley to the Present: A Genealogical Perspective

Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 2:15PM

Few people were conducting genealogy research before Alex Haley published Roots in 1976. Most had never heard the word "genealogy." Now, pollsters say genealogy is America's number one hobby. Haley never imagined the world-wide impact and the vast numbers of people he inspired to search for their ancestors. Nor did Haley envision the effect of technology on genealogy research. Genealogy research has come a long way in the last 48 years. Join Tony Burroughs, Fellow of the Utah Genealogical Association (FUGA), and travel through time as we see the impact and legacy of Alex Haley and also learn how you can get started tracing your family tree.

And so much more...

The Legacy of Toni Morrison

Screening and Talkback, Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am. Sponsored by Florida Atlantic University.

Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 2PM

View the schedule for Thursday, March 21

Celebrating Place

Neighborhood Revitalization Symposium

Friday, March 22, 2024, 11AM - 3PM

Urban League of Broward County

Learn more about business and investment opportunities in the Sistrunk Corridor and Northwest Fort Lauderdale. Get on the bus for the Opportunity Tour to see current and future development firsthand.

Sponsored by Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency, Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development, the Broward Black Chamber of Commerce and the Urban League of Broward County.

View the schedule for Friday, March 22

Destination Sistrunk Pavilion

Saturday, March 23, 2024, 4 - 8PM

Rev. Samuel Delevoe Park

Enjoy the local flavor of Fort Lauderdale’s historic Sistrunk neighborhood at our pop-up Food Court, Cultural Marketplace, and Heritage Hall. Non-profit organizations supporting the neighborhood will provide delicious food in exchange for donations. Play a few rounds of dominos and cards in the game tents. Learn about heritage and historic organizations rooted our in community. Shop the small businesses providing revenue for local artists and creatives. Open to the public.

Presented by Destination Sistrunk Cultural and Community Investment, Partnership Inc., Broward County Parks and Recreation Division, and Dickey Consulting Inc

See the complete festival schedule:

africanafestival.broward.org

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African American Research Library & Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Boulevard

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33351
Phone: (954) 357-6282