Afro Legacy Fest: Honoring African Roots

 

In Charlotte's heart, where spirit takes its flight, La Casa de la Cultura shines its cultural light. With Gantt and Mint, a vibrant bond they share, Celebrating Afro-roots beyond compare.

Drums spoke of heritage, from Bomba's fiery beat, To Calypso's charm, and Garífuna's rhythmic feat. And Peru's vibrant pulse, where Afro-rhythms meet, Workshops and panels, wisdom bittersweet.

Through 'Cultura Disruptiva,' a podcast's insightful art, African echoes resonated, touching every heart. Artists shared their passion, young hands found their art, A circle of rhythm, where all played a part.

Unity, respect, and pride, their guiding star, La Casa de la Cultura, embracing near and far. With thanks to sponsors, who made this vision real, Their generous support, the joy we all could feel.

The Gantt's warm welcome, a space where cultures blend, Afro-heritage honored, a story without end.

 

Thanks to Samia Jaramillo, Salas Arts, and the noble who lent their might, ASC, Knight, Sonesta, Car & Body, SA Realty, the Mint's pure light. And to the Gantt, generous heart, who opened doors with love, To celebrate African heritage, with vibrant light from above.

 

Afro Legacy Fest is just the beginning—see you at the next edition!

Press(La Noticia)

The Mint Museum Uptown and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture became the epicenter of a display of Afro-descendant cultural wealth in Latin America, thanks to two days of events that fused art, music, dance and education in a single space. These events are part of the celebration of the Afro Legacy Fest organized by the nonprofit La Casa de la Cultura, which celebrated its second anniversary between Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8.

(Day 1) Mint Museum

With every step we take, we carry the strength of our ancestors. In every glance, we hold a fire that never dims. We are the heirs of a vibrant, diverse, and powerful legacy. Afro Legacy Fest is more than an event: it is a call to unity, a tribute to resilience, and a space to honor our roots while building a brighter future together.

On February 7th and 8th, 2025, at La Casa de la Cultura, we will raise our voices in celebration and defiance—defiance against fragmentation, against forgetting, against untold stories. United, as a community, we find the strength to heal, to create, and to move forward.

Afro Legacy Fest 2025 will be a transformative experience, featuring:

🎉 Afro Legacy Fest 2025 – A Two-Day Celebration of Culture and Heritage! 🎉

Day 1: Kickoff Event

 

📅 Date: Friday, February 7th, 2025

📍 Location: Mint Museum, Mint2Move

🕖 Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

✨ Join us for a night of cultural rhythms and dynamic performances featuring:

• Bomba Puertorriqueña

• Festejo Peruano

• Traditional music from Venezuela

• The vibrant sounds of Honduras

🎭 Performance by Afro Legacy Fest Artists: 45 minutes of electrifying dance and music celebrating the fusion of Afro-Caribbean and Latin American traditions.

🎟️ Tickets Available: Purchase your tickets directly at the Mint Museum.

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture (Day2)

Day 2: Main Event

📅 Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025

📍 Location: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

✨ A full day of activities for the whole family!

• Dance Workshops: Learn traditional Afro-Caribbean and Afro-Latin dances, including Bomba, Festejo, and Garifuna rhythms.

• Music Workshop: Explore the vibrant rhythms of Afrodescendant music, led by experts.

• Family-Friendly Activities: Kids can enjoy hands-on art projects, such as collage-making and printmaking.

• Cultural Performances: Live music and dance by Son de Pueblos, Bodoma Garifuna, Tambor y Caña, Nadia Calmet culminating in a spectacular jam session.

🎉 FREE EVENT! Bring the whole family and experience the rich heritage of Afro descendant and Caribbean cultures.

 

💃 Celebrate Afro Legacy Fest across two days of unforgettable experiences!

Master Class: Afro-Peruvian Rhythms with:

Nadia Calmet

Join us for a unique Afro-Peruvian Rhythms Master Class led by Nadia Calmet, an expert in Afro-Peruvian culture and dance. Experience the vibrant energy and rich traditions of this incredible art form!

 

📅 Date: February 8

🕖 Time: 7:00 - 8:30 PM

📍 Location: BLVD Studios, 6259 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28217

💲 Cost: $35

 

📞 Registration: Call 980-403-7935

 

Organized by Salas Art Agency in partnership with

La Casa de la Cultura, this workshop is open to all levels. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the rhythms and movements of Afro-Peruvian dance!

🔗 More info at: www.nadiacalmet.com