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Houston Institute for Culture
Cultural and Educational Programs for April and May
APRIL 16
Masking Indian: The Black Indians of New Orleans
Mark Lacy, host of KTRU's World Music program, will explore the Mardi Gras Indians' mysterious traditions and their legacy of defiance after slavery through their history, music and photographs, followed by an open discussion.
Free
Wednesday, April 16, 2003, 3:00pm
UH African American Studies Conference Room
University of Houston, 315 Agnes Arnold Hall
Contact information:
email: info@houstonculture.org
phone: 713-521-3686
online: www.houstonculture.org/events.
MAY 8
The Value of Cultural Literacy in the Global Electronic Village
Through nationalizing of culture and the global implications, we will explore and discuss the role of diverse cultures in politics, economy, environment and media, with a discussion about racism, public attitudes and stereotypes.
Free
Thursday, May 8, 2003, 7:30pm
Olive Branch Room, Mary Knoll House
2360 Rice Blvd. (between Rice University and The Village, four doors west of Greenbriar)
Contact information:
email: info@houstonculture.org
phone: 713-521-3686
online: www.houstonculture.org/events.
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