Weeksville will be closed Tuesday, Feb 13th due to inclement weather. We will re-open with regular hours on Wednesday, Feb 14th.
History. Art. Culture.
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Public Programs
Weeksville Heritage Center’s programming lives at the intersection of history, art, and culture. Come be a part our thriving community!
Education
Learn more about the community of Weeksville, Brooklyn and how its themes of emancipation, entrepreneurship, and empowerment resonate today. Reserve your tour today!
UPCOMING
Weeksville Watch Nights: SHIRLEY Documentary
Join us for a special screening of “Shirley,” the newly released biopic chronicling Shirley Chisholm’s groundbreaking pursuit of the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination. Admission is free, and all are welcome.
Torchlight Talk: Go Forth & Tell
Join us for March’s Torchlight Talk with Breanna J. McDaniel, author of Go Forth and Tell. Bring your family and immerse yourselves in the colorful storytelling of McDaniel and an interactive collage workshop as we learn more about the life of beloved librarian Augusta Baker.
Don’t Touch My Crown
Join us on Sat, Mar 23rd for “Don’t Touch My Crown,” a day-long celebration of Black hair and culture. Experience an enlightening conversation with hair artist Helena Koudou of Slayed in Braids, hands-on workshops, shop at our Black-owned Women’s Market, and unwind with soulful tunes by DJ Love.
Rest and Restore Yoga
Our Rest and Restore yoga series led by Six of Sensate Wellness continues. This class is free and open to the public, all ages and skill levels are welcome!
Black Historic Sites in Conversation: Weeksville Heritage Center
What role do institutions serve in our communities, and what roles should they serve? How do we expand and reimagine the boundaries of museums and other cultural spaces? Our VP of Learning and Engagement tackles these topics this Thursday, Jan 25 as part of the virtual Black Historic Sites in Conversation series