Juneteenth at MOHAI 2021

June 1, 2021

EXPLORE THE UNSPOKEN TRUTHS SPECIAL EXHIBIT AT SEATTLE’S MUSEUM OF HISTORY & INDUSTRY (MOHAI) JUNE 18-21

Celebrate Juneteenth with this special installation featuring authentic artifacts, storyboards, and the ancient art of storytelling

WHAT

Delbert Richardson and his national award-winning American History Traveling Museum, The Unspoken Truths, is coming to MOHAI June 18-21 with a special performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by Jaydon T Beleford. And join us online on Juneteenth, Saturday, June 19, for a special storytelling hour 1619: Resistance/Resilience/Remembrance.

Presented in partnership with MOHAI and the Black Heritage Society of Washington State (BHS)

WHEN/WHERE

The Unspoken Truths exhibit

Friday, June 18-Monday, June 21, 10 am-5 pm, MOHAI Atrium

Included with Museum Admission (Free to MOHAI and BHS Members)

1619: Resistance/Resilience/Remembrance featuring Delbert Richardson Saturday,

June 19, 2 pm, Online, Free with Advance Registration, $5 Suggested Ticket Option

DETAILS

MOHAI strives to amplify community-based organizations by hosting their exhibits here at the museum. We are proud to welcome The Unspoken Truths produced by Delbert Richardson over Juneteenth weekend. Symbolizing the African experience in Africa and in the Americas and Europe, The Unspoken Truths exhibit, includes authentic artifacts chronicling the rich history of Africans in Africa prior to American Chattel Slavery, the experiences and impact of American Chattel Slavery, the Jim Crow Era, and the many contributions African Americans have had on scientific, cultural, and technological innovations in the U.S. and the world.

Generous support for The Unspoken Truths exhibit at MOHAI is provided by Amazon.

On June 19th celebrate Juneteenth with a special online storytelling hour, “1619: Resistance/Resilience/Remembrance.” During the hour, Richardson will highlight the many contributions of Africans, resistance of his ancestors during the periods of American Chattel Slavery, the Jim Crow Era, and focus on the resilience of Black brilliance.

In addition, the MOHAI Mercantile will be featuring local Black artists and vendors during the run of The Unspoken Truths exhibit. Shop and support #blackart and #mohai.

To learn more about how community engagement is critical to MOHAI’s Mission, Vision, and long-term goals, visit mohai.org/about. Plan your visit to the Museum at mohai.org/visit and learn more about this online storytelling hour at mohai.org/calendar. Learn more about The Unspoken Truths.