Shirley Chisholm's Centennial Birthday Celebration

30 Nov (11:00)
- 1 Dec (11:00)
Shirley Chisholm's Centennial Birthday Celebration
Shirley Chisholm's Centennial Birthday Celebration

⌚️2024-11-30 11:00:00 –
🏢1220 Fifth Ave at 103rd St, New York, NY, United States, New York 10029

On Saturday, November 30th, commemorate the centennial of the birth of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman elected to the New York State Legislature and Congress! Join us for a day filled with inspiration and hands-on fun to celebrate Chisholm’s life and legacy.

– Create your very own megaphone to amplify your voice
Embark on an engaging Chisholm-themed scavenger hunt for a chance to win a special prize
– Immerse yourself in interactive storytime sessions that brings Chisholm’s remarkable life to light (1:00 – 1:30 p.m. and 3 – 3:30 p.m.)
– Explore Changing the Face of Democracy: Shirley Chisholm at 100 through an “Ask a Curator” session with Sarah Seidman, Puffin Curator of Activism at MCNY (2:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
– See a proclamation from the New York City Council honoring Chisholm’s powerful legacy and our exhibition
– Enjoy sweet treats from Amy’s Bread that honor this trailblazing icon

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