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SUMMARY:Now/Then: Funeral Practices in Greensboro
DESCRIPTION:From home embalming to ambulance services\, the kinds of work funeral homes have done has changed over the last 100 years. “Now/Then: Funeral Practices in Greensboro” features a conversation with Al Lineberry Jr. and Neil Whitaker of Hanes Lineberry Funeral Home\, who will share their knowledge and personal experiences of these changing practices and traditions. Visitors can also see a Community Voices display in the museum lobby with objects highlighting these changes to coincide with the 100th anniversary of Hanes Lineberry Funeral Home.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/now-then-funeral-practices-in-greensboro/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021646Z
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SUMMARY:Good Works Wednesday at Natty Greene's
DESCRIPTION:Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Co. will donate 10% of total sales all day Wednesday\, October 9\, to the nonprofit GHM Inc. as part of its Good Works Wednesdays. What a tasty way to support the Greensboro History Museum’s exhibitions\, collections and programs! \nNatty Greene’s is located at 345 S. Elm Street in Greensboro.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/good-works-wednesday-at-natty-greenes-3-2/
LOCATION:Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Co.\, 345 S. Elm St.\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191009T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T194123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T194123Z
UID:1970-1570620600-1570663800@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Good Works Wednesday at Natty Greene's
DESCRIPTION:Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Co. will donate 10% of total sales all day Wednesday\, October 9\, to the nonprofit GHM Inc. as part of its Good Works Wednesdays. What a tasty way to support the Greensboro History Museum’s exhibitions\, collections and programs! \nNatty Greene’s is located at 345 S. Elm Street in Greensboro.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/good-works-wednesday-at-natty-greenes-3/
LOCATION:Natty Greene’s Pub & Brewing Co.\, 345 S. Elm St.\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20190501T201040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021617Z
UID:1926-1571337000-1571344200@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:GHM Inc. Annual Dinner with Special Guest Smithsonian Costume Conservator Sunae Park Evans
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the GHM Inc. Annual Dinner. The event is supported by the prestigious O.Henry Hotel and held in their beautiful Caldwell Room. This year’s very special guest speaker is Sunae Park Evans\, Senior Costume Conservator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. \nTickets $65 for GHM members ($75 for guests). Click below or call 336-373-2982 to purchase. \n[button link=”http://weblink.donorperfect.com/AnnualDinner2019″ color=”silver” window=”yes”]Buy Tickets[/button] \nClick here for sponsorship opportunities
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/annual-dinner-2019/
LOCATION:GHM_46-web
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T193706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021645Z
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SUMMARY:Mill Day Oral History at Revolution Mill
DESCRIPTION:Curator of Community History Glenn Perkins talks with former Cone Mills employees and mill village residents about life and work in Greensboro’s textile mills. \nPart of Mill Day 2019 at Revolution Mill 
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/mill-day-oral-history-at-revolution-mill/
LOCATION:Central Gallery\, Revolution Mill\, 1150 Revolution Mill Drive\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Program,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20190911T234948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021644Z
UID:1963-1571652000-1571657400@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Guild Meeting: Green Hill Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Ann Stringfeld discuses the “plants and the planted” of Green Hill Cemetery. \nSocial time begins at 10\, with the program at 10:30. Guests welcome. For more information\, call Sandra Canipe at 336.273.6491.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/museum-guild-meeting-green-hill-cemetery/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Guild Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T194806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021646Z
UID:1972-1571765400-1571770800@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:The Cone Sisters and Greensboro
DESCRIPTION:Modern Visions\, Modern Art: The Cone Sisters in North Carolina\, a new exhibition at the Blowing Rock Art and History Museum\, highlights art collectors Claribel and Etta Cone’s contributions to and experiences in North Carolina. Co-organizers Dianna Cameron\, Curator at Blowing Rock Art and History Museum\, and Carrie Streeter\, historian and Cone scholar\, share stories of the sisters’ visits to their brothers in Greensboro and historic images. \n2019 Dortch Endowment Program
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/the-cone-sisters-and-greensboro/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs,Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T120000
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CREATED:20191001T195924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021653Z
UID:1975-1572084000-1572091200@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Reconciliation: A Community Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for discussions about investigating difficult history and identifying paths forward as part of building a stronger democracy. \nDocumenting the 1887 lynching of Eugene Hairston. With members of the Guilford County Community Remembrance Project Coalition \nReflections on the Greensboro Truth & Reconciliation Commission organized as a response to the 1979 Greensboro Massacre. With Joyce Johnson (Beloved Community Center)\, Dr. Spoma Jovanovic (UNCG)\, Lewis Pitts \nFuture approaches to history and reconciliation in our city. Including Dr. Omar Ali (UNCG)\, Dr. William F. Harris II (International Civil Rights Center & Museum)\, Dr. Valerie Ann Johnson (Bennett College)\, Dr. Arwin Smallwood (NC A&T) \nCo-sponsored with the Beloved Community Center\, UNCG Department of Communication Studies and NCA Center for Communication\, Community Collaboration\, & Change
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/history-reconciliation-symposium/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T200218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T052439Z
UID:2031-1572098400-1572112800@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Unliving History Cemetery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Costumed interpreters portray spirits from Greensboro’s past in the First Presbyterian Church Cemetery. \nFun begins at 2 pm with Cynthia Moore Brown sharing a thrilling set of Ghost Stories in the Graveyard \nFree\, family friendly and open to all \nPart of the Greensboro Youth Council’s Ghoulash! Halloween Festival in Greensboro Downtown Parks
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/unliving-history-cemetery-walk-2/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:At the Museum,Family Fun,Public Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T195700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021652Z
UID:1974-1572701400-1572705000@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Story Saturday with Carolyn Malone
DESCRIPTION:The museum Education Department is hosting free story time for kids on first Saturdays at 1:30. Join us this time for museum educator Carolyn Malone reading some of her favorite stories. Free.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/story-saturday-with-carolyn-malone/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T200733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021654Z
UID:1977-1574071200-1574076600@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Guild Meeting: Tales from the Great Wagon Road
DESCRIPTION:Author and O. Henry Magazine publisher Jim Dodson shares tales from his research into the Great Wagon Road. This month’s Guild meeting takes place at First Baptist Church on Friendly Avenue. \nSocial time begins at 10\, with the program at 10:30. Guests welcome. For more information\, call Sandra Canipe at 336.273.6491
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/museum-guild-meeting-tales-from-the-great-wagon-road/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 1000 West Friendly Avenue\, Greensboro\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guild Member Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191120T211625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021700Z
UID:1985-1574467200-1574639999@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Members Holiday Sale at Museum Shop
DESCRIPTION:This weekend museum members take 20% off all regularly priced merchandise. Whether you’re looking for delicious favorites from the Old Guilford Mill\, Seagrove Candles to provide a holiday glow or ornaments galore\, come by the shop for all your seasonal gift needs! \nNot a museum member? Click here to join today and get in on this special sale!
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/members-holiday-sale-at-museum-shop/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191119T013545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021659Z
UID:1984-1575572400-1575579600@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:American Democracy Special Member Preview
DESCRIPTION:Members get an exclusive look at the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith before it opens to the public on December 7. \nRSVP by 12/3 by calling 336.373.2982 or email carol.hart@greensboro-nc.gov \nAnd don’t miss special Member Family Hours to experience Project Democracy 20/20 on Sunday\, December 8\, 12-2 pm. \nNot a museum member? Click here to join today!
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/democracy-member-preview/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Member Event,x Project Democracy 20/20
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191208
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191001T201522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021657Z
UID:1982-1575676800-1575763199@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith Opens
DESCRIPTION:The Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith explores the history of citizen participation\, debate\, and compromise from the nation’s formation to today. The exhibition focuses on the changing political ideals and principles of the nation\, citizenship in a pluralistic society\, and political participation and engagement.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/american-democracy-a-great-leap-of-faith-opens/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:x Project Democracy 20/20
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191214
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191206T022916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021703Z
UID:1987-1575676800-1576281599@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:City Employees Sale in Museum Shop
DESCRIPTION:From Dec. 7 to Dec. 13\, City of Greensboro employees take 20% off all regularly priced merchandise. Just bring your City ID card. \nWhether you’re looking for delicious favorites from the Old Guilford Mill\, Seagrove Candles to provide a holiday glow or ornaments galore\, come by the shop for all your seasonal gift needs!
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/city-employees-sale-in-museum-shop/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191118T202756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021658Z
UID:1983-1575806400-1575813600@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:American Democracy Special Member Family Hours
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for special members-only hours to experience Project Democracy 20/20. Discover the history of America’s “Great Leap of Faith.” Enjoy the Unity Square activities in Connection Point. And take time to find the Mischievous Museum Mice hiding in the galleries. \nNot a museum member? Click here to join today!
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/democracy-member-hours/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Member Event,x Project Democracy 20/20
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20191213T022549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021706Z
UID:1991-1576756800-1576760400@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: American Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Bring your lunch to the museum on Thursday\, December 19\, and enjoy an insiders’ introduction to the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith\, open now. \nThe museum’s Curator of Community History\, Glenn Perkins\, will offer this free introduction to the exhibition and the NC Points of Change that connect the American democracy stories to North Carolina. Afterward\, there will be an opportunity to tour the exhibition and ask questions to other curators.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/lunch-learn-american-democracy/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:x Project Democracy 20/20
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200114T012103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021710Z
UID:1995-1579622400-1579633200@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Educators Democracy Evening
DESCRIPTION:A special introduction to Project Democracy 20/20 for area educators. \nTour the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith. Experience Gerrymander Madness: The Anti-Democracy VR Game. Learn how to incorporate Project Democracy 20/20 into your lesson plans. Obtain resources and lessons aligned with curriculum standards. \nFree open house. Light hors d’oeuvres served. RSVP by contacting Curator of Education Rodney Dawson at Rodney.Dawson@greensboro-nc.gov or (336) 333-6831.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/educators-democracy-evening/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Special Events,x Project Democracy 20/20
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200113T215434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021707Z
UID:1993-1580324400-1580329800@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Free Speech in a Time of Hate Speech
DESCRIPTION:In this conversation we’ll explore the language of hate vs. the language of dissent\, who decides who is allowed to speak and how\, and the responsibility of the media consumer in safeguarding free speech issues. \nWith Jonathan Friedman\, project director for campus free speech at PEN America; Allen Johnson\, Editorial Page Editor at the Greensboro News and Record; Steve Mitchell\, author and co-owner of Scuppernong Books; and Alejandro J. Beutel\, independent research scholar and former Senior Research Analyst at Southern Poverty Law Center. Moderated by Spoma Jovanovic\, UNCG Department of Communication Studies. \nPart of Greensboro Bound and Scuppernong Books’s Writers as Witness series. Presented with the NCA Center for Communication\, Collaboration\, and Change
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/7141/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Partner Program,Public Programs,x Project Democracy 20/20
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200212T212252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021717Z
UID:2005-1581933600-1581940800@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Museum Guild Meeting: Battle of Guilford Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:Jay Callahan\, local Revolutionary War reenactor and speaker\, will talk about this familiar battle from the British perspective. \n\nSocial time begins at 10\, with the program at 10:30. Guests welcome. For more information\, call Sandra Canipe at 336.273.6491
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/guild-battle-of-guilford-courthouse-jay-callahan/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Guild Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200213T214750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021719Z
UID:2009-1582376400-1582387200@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:African American Genealogy Day
DESCRIPTION:Looking to learn more about your family? Genealogists from the African American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) will help close the gaps often found in the lineage of African Americans due to slavery and family separations. Participants will complete a pedigree chart and then have an opportunity to take part in a 20 minute personal genealogical study of their family history. Free program
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/african-american-genealogy-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Program,Public Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200229T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200229T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200204T005034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021714Z
UID:1999-1582981200-1582992000@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Great Leap of Faith Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Great Leap of Faith Day at the Greensboro History Museum.  Visit the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith and enjoy a special program of songs from Counterpoint from Triad Pride Performing Arts in the museum auditorium at 2 pm.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/great-leap-of-faith-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:At the Museum,Family Fun,Public Programs,x Project Democracy 20/20
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200217T021431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021720Z
UID:2010-1583517600-1583528400@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:Green Books' "Oasis Spaces"
DESCRIPTION:Screening of The Green Book Guide to Freedom documentary\, followed by a panel discussion of elders and experts. \nThis evening begins with the launch of the new traveling exhibit “Navigating Jim Crow: The Green Book and Oasis Spaces in North Carolina.” Developed by the NC African American Heritage Commission with funding from the Institute of Museum & Library Services\, the exhibit explores The Negro Motorist Green Book: A guide and resistance tool which fostered a crucial network that allowed African American communities to thrive during a turbulent period in North Carolina. \nFollowing this launch\, watch screening of The Green Book Guide to Freedom (TV-PG; run time: 60 min.)\, at 7 pm. This Smithsonian Channel documentary chronicles the guide that helped African American motorists travel safely across America during the Jim Crow era. \nDr. Valerie Ann Johnson\, Dean of the School of Arts\, Sciences & Humanities\, Shaw University\, will moderate a panel discussion following the screening. She will be in conversation with: \nDr. Torren Gatson\, Assistant Professor of Public History\, UNC Greensboro\nReginald Hodges\, Arts and Culture Catalyst and Greensboro native\nBobby Ledbetter\, Elder with experiences being and working at Plaza Manor Hotel\nNatalie Pass Miller\, Proprietor\, Magnolia House\nLisa R. Withers\, Research Historian\, NC Green Book Project \nThis event was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services MH-00-18-0031-17. Presented by the NC African American Heritage Commission and the International Civil Rights Center & Museum\, in partnership with the Greensboro History Museum and with support from The Smithsonian Channel
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/green-books-oasis-spaces/
LOCATION:International Civil Rights Center and Museum\, 134 S. Elm St.\, Greensboro\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Program,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200308T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165454
CREATED:20200211T025504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021715Z
UID:2000-1583670600-1583676000@greensborohistory.org
SUMMARY:International Women’s Day Luncheon: Women Crafting Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Special guest speaker Betsy Greer will discuss Craftivism\, community building and crafting civic engagement. A panel with Greensboro artist Sunny Gravely and craftivist Kathy Newsom follows Greer’s talk. \nBetsy Greer is author of Knitting for Good! and editor of the anthology Craftivism: The Art of Craft and Activism. Her online projects include http://craftivism.com and http://youaresoverybeautiful.com/. Greensboro History Museum features some of her embroideries within the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith. Painter\, teacher and arts entrepreneur Sunny Gravely helped start The Artist Bloc gallery\, coffee shop and art supply store and TAB ArtsCenter in Greensboro. Kathy Newsom directs The Corner Market\, a weekly artisan and farmers market operating in Greensboro since 2013\, and has organized creative projects such as Lindley Park’s Knit the Bridge. \nThis year’s International Women’s Day Luncheon highlights the intersection of making and democracy as part of Project Democracy 20/20. \nFree program. Option to pre-purchase lunch available. \nRSVP at http://iwd2020gso.eventbrite.com or call 336-373-2982 \n  \n 
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/iwd2020/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs,x Project Democracy 20/20
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200311T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200221T005632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021723Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping Memory\, with Dr. Valerie Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Reflections on Memorials\, and Landscapes of Oppression and Uplift\, with Dr. Valerie Johnson\, Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences at Shaw University. \nReception at 5 pm / lecture at 5:30 pm \nCo-sponsored by the Mellon-funded Transforming the Humanities initiative\, UNCG Archaeology Program and UNCG Department of Classical Studies
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/mapping-memory-valerie-johnson/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Partner Program,Public Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200518
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200414T215236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021734Z
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SUMMARY:Public Programs Canceled until Further Notice
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/programs-canceled-spring-2020/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200303T022853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021724Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - GHM After Hours: Democracy Games Night
DESCRIPTION:Try your hand at American bracketology\, Where Do You Stand?\, striking a Four Freedoms pose\, Gerrymander Madness: The Anti-Democracy VR Game and much more at an after hours event for the whole family!
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/ghm-after-hours-democracy-games-night/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:At the Museum,Family Fun,GHM After Hours,Public Programs,x Project Democracy 20/20
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200305T013016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021725Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Greensboro Black Greek Letter Organizations: Zeta Phi Beta
DESCRIPTION:Our partners at Beta Nu Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Inc. have decided to postpone this program. The Zeta Phi Beta Community Voices display will remain on view through Sunday\, March 22 in the museum lobby. Visit http://greensborohistory.org for other program and exhibition updates \n— \n100 years of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority will be featured in the first installment of the Greensboro History Museum’s series Greensboro Black Greek Letter Organizations. From debutante scholarship balls for local high school students to providing supplies to new mothers through their Stork’s Nest program\, Zeta Phi Beta’s Beta Nu Zeta chapter has served greater Greensboro and Guilford County for decades. \nGuest speaker Dr. Arwin Smallwood\, Chair of the Department of History and Political Science at North Carolina A&T State University\, will address the sorority’s legacy and impact and the larger role of black Greek letter organizations on campus and within the city. \nThe Greensboro Black Greek Letter Organizations series is part of a broader look at the history of service organizations that help shape Greensboro. Stay tuned for more programs coming soon.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/greensboro-black-greek-letter-organizations-zeta-phi-beta/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200212T212641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021717Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Museum Guild Meeting: Genesis of Methodism and Methodist Institutions in Greensboro
DESCRIPTION:Gayle Fripp\, Guilford County historian\, will talk about her recent book\, Faith on the Move\, and the influence of the Methodist denomination in Greensboro. \n\n\nSocial time begins at 10\, with the program at 10:30. Guests welcome. For more information\, call Sandra Canipe at 336.273.6491
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/museum-guild-meeting-genesis-of-methodism-and-methodist-institutions-in-greensboro/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Guild Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T165455
CREATED:20200211T025954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T021716Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Reflections on American Democracy – in a Time of Political Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:We regret to announce that Barbara Clark Smith’s lecture has been canceled due to travel restrictions for Smithsonian employees. Other museum programs are continuing as scheduled\, unless otherwise indicated. The Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith will remain on view through March 29. Check our website for the latest updates. \n— \nSmithsonian curator Barbara Clark Smith on American democracy past and present \nOur nation rests on the consent of the people. But who are the people? How should those people participate to make their voices heard? The exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith explores these questions\, which have faced every generation of Americans since the nation’s founding. In this talk\,  Barbara Clark Smith recounts the thinking that shaped the exhibition and explores the unforeseen challenges posed by the earthquake shaking US politics today. \nBarbara Clark Smith\, co-curator of American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith\, is a well-known historian of Revolutionary America. In her career at the Smithsonian\, she has also produced exhibitions on 18th-century everyday life; 17th-century Jamestown\, Quebec\, and Santa Fe\, and Thomas Jefferson’s Bible. She is a Curator of Political History at the National Museum of American History.
URL:https://greensborohistory.org/event/american-democracy-barbara-clark-smith/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Programs,Talks,x Project Democracy 20/20
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