APPLETON, WIS. — The theme for the sixth annual Celebration of Black Heritage at Lawrence University is “Legends in the Making…From Black Face to My Face.” The event, which is sponsored by the Black Organization of Students, is set for 6:00 p.m. February 3 in the Buchanan Kiewit Recreation Center gymnasium.
This event replaces Lawrence’s celebration of Kwanzaa. It commemorates African-American history and culture through a dinner and program. The program begins with a welcome by the current president of the Black Organization of Students who will explain what the organization is and what it stands for. The introduction will be followed by several acts including singing, poetry, theatrical duets, dancing, and more.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the Lawrence University Box Office, located in the Music-Drama Center, or by phone at 920-832-6749.
