All of Greenbelt Is Invited To Celebrate Black History

Lois Rosado and Leeann Irwin
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Unity-Umoja: Unifying our community as we strengthen our city.
This year the Greenbelt Black History and Culture Committee has an exciting array of virtual programs and one Popup Museum Exhibit of Black Artifacts. Their theme is Umoja, taken from the Swahili language, which means Unity. The picture shows the Adinkra symbol for unity which comes from the Gyaman people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast.
Greenbelt is a diverse city and most of the inhabitants appreciate its connections to the country’s history and growth. The committee’s goal is to enlighten and entertain residents of Greenbelt, as they celebrate the many contributions made by Black Americans to make America a great nation and strengthen the bonds of community.
Programs will begin on Saturday, February 6 and continue until February 28. Some performances are intended for youngsters and youth. Young people will delight in the puppet shows that will be presented for Artful Afternoon and the Poetry Slam that features youth from various public schools in the county. The entire program is printed on page 5, and weekly offerings will be highlighted.
The committee is appreciative of Greenbelt Recreation staff for their support and guidance in helping to present these virtual programs. The Greenbelt Museum will feature stories from Black Americans who helped to desegregate Greenbelt. They will be interviewed by Councilmember Emmett Jordan. GATe will broadcast weekly historical factoids. The recreation department will highlight four Americans who made significant contributions in the fields of education, science and invention, literature, the suffragist movement and sports.
Most programs will require registration and the Popup Museum will have timed entry in order to maintain Covid-19 county protocols for health and safety.
The Greenbelt Black History and Culture Committee invites Greenbelt residents to take advantage of this opportunity to learn and be entertained and to enjoy a temporary respite from some of the challenges the pandemic has caused.
For more information see city ad on page 5 or visit greenbeltmd.gov/recreation.