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June 4, 2009
IN GALLERY QUILTING DEMONSTRATION
 To complement the Museum’s new exhibit, Stories That Cover Us, members of Pacific Northwest African American Quilters will periodically use an in-gallery quilting station to demonstrate their art. The act of quilt making is a living and continually evolving art form, we invite you to a join veteran quilter as she works on her latest creation.
Free with Museum Admission
Thursday June 4th, 2009
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
June 7, 2009
SWING INTO SPRING WITH A JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE MUSEUM
Swing into Spring with Jazz Brunch at the Northwest African American Museum. Enjoy a delicious menu featuring green eggs & ham, quiche bar, salmon, shrimp, sausage, muffins, fruits, desserts and much more. During the brunch you will enjoy the wonderful sounds of region’s talented jazz artists. Performers Past performers have included Josie Howell, Lucia Wiggin and Darrius Willrich.
$24.95 Adults / $15.95 Youth (9 & under)
Reservations Requested
Sunday June 7th, 2009
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000, Press #0 to speak with Attendant, or #111 for Events Coordinator Twanda Hill
June 18, 2009
Storytelling at NAAM
THIS SUMMER at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories with featured guest Phyllis Yasutake.
Free and open to the public
RSVP for groups larger than ten persons
Thursday June 18th, 2009
11:00am – 12:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
SMOKIN’ SPOKEN WURD
Presented by Miz Floes Traveling Poetry. Come and experience the Smokin’ Spoken Wurd! Hosted and emceed by Miz Floes & The Carmel Latte Duo. It’s an open mic for grown folks! Bass and percussion rhythms accompany performers as they bring fire to the mic and speak words of passion, anger and romance. This is the show to see!
$5.00 admission fee
Thursday June 18th, 2009
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
June 20, 2009
GENEALOGY 101: WITH CYNTHIA WHITE WILSON
 Cancelled
Have you been planning to trace your family’s history but don’t know exactly where to begin? Please join NAAM’s resident expert, Cynthia White Wilson as she walks you through the steps of tracing your family tree. As a member of the Black Genealogy Research Group of Washington, Cynthia brings over 30 years of experience in family history research. This is your chance to begin the rewarding process of tracing your family’s roots and an opportunity to learn about a tremendous community resource, the NAAM Genealogy Research Center. This center provides free access to electronic research databases such as Ancestory.com and the Freedmen Bank Records; a collection of books, magazines, maps, and resource texts related to genealogy research; and knowledgeable volunteers to assist you in your efforts. If you are unable to attend the Genealogy 101 seminar, you may set up individual appointments with a Genealogy Research Center volunteer by calling NAAM, 206-518-6000, ext 103.
Free to the Public
Saturday June 20th, 2009
Sorry, this event has been cancelled
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
IN GALLERY QUILTING DEMONSTRATION
To complement the Museum’s new exhibit, Stories That Cover Us, members of Pacific Northwest African American Quilters will periodically use an in-gallery quilting station to demonstrate their art. The act of quilt making is a living and continually evolving art form, we invite you to a join veteran quilter as she works on her latest creation.
Free with Museum Admission
Saturday June 20th, 2009
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
June 28, 2009
QUILT WORKSHOP
As a part of the Museum’s new exhibit, Stories That Cover Us, members of the Pacific Northwest African American Quilters will be hosting a free quilting workshop at NAAM. Have you visited the Museum and wondered how those fabulous quilts were made? This is a chance for you to learn from, and interact with, master quilters Gwen Maxwell-Williams and Iris Franklin. Intended for quilters of all skill levels, this workshop will help you create quilts centered around the stories that populate your own life. The basics of quilting, including quilting vocabulary, fabric selection, quilting technique, design development will be covered. If you have 30 years of quilting experience or have never turned on a sewing machine, this workshop promises to educate and inspire. Each workshop is limited to ten participants and advance registration is required.
Free to the Public
Advanced registration required.
206.518.6000, Press #0 to speak with Attendant, or Press #103 for Brian J. Carter, Deputy Director
Sunday June 28th, 2009
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest African American Museum Northwest
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
www.naamnw.org
July 16, 2009
Storytelling at NAAM
THIS SUMMER at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories with featured guest Eva Abram.
Free and open to the public
RSVP for groups larger than ten persons
Thursday July 16th, 2009
11:00am – 12:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
July 23, 2009
Storytelling at NAAM
THIS SUMMER at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories with featured guest Phyllis Yasutake.
Free and open to the public
RSVP for groups larger than ten persons
Thursday July 23rd, 2009
11:00am – 12:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
August 6, 2009
Storytelling at NAAM
THIS SUMMER at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories with featured guest Phyllis Yasutake.
Free and open to the public
RSVP for groups larger than ten persons
Thursday, August 6th, 2009
11:00am – 12:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
August 20, 2009
Storytelling at NAAM
THIS SUMMER at the Northwest African American Museum, gifted griots—storytellers—will enchant young and old with tales recounted following oral traditions. Children of all ages are invited to experience the art of storytelling and the power of stories with featured guest Phyllis Yasutake.
Free and open to the public
RSVP for groups larger than ten persons
Thursday August 20th, 2009
11:00am – 12:00pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
206.518.6000
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