Black Archives of Mid-America in Kansas City – 50th Anniversary Gala
Black Archives of Mid-America in Kansas City celebrated a milestone with its 50th Anniversary Gala. The February 17th event was held at the Kansas City Convention Center. The celebration was led by Dr. Carmaletta Williams, Black Archives of Mid-America in Kansas City; and Dr. Marjorie A. Williams, board chair. Michael Harriot was the keynote speaker, and United States Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II was awarded the Horace M. Peterson III Legacy Award. Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner, followed by a program with the theme of: “No Revisionist History: Tell the Truth.”
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