“A Legacy Revealed | Paths to Purpose”

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“A Legacy Revealed | Paths to Purpose”

Marlene Kurban • February 10, 2021


Annual Black History Celebration – 2021

Event Details

Date:      Thursday, February 18, 2021
Time:      6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue:   Live Stream on ULGH YouTube and Facebook pages
Free Tickets:   www.ulghlegacyrevealed2021.eventbrite.com
Facebook Event Page:    https://fb.me/e/15DnHGOhm

Event Overview
Urban League of Greater Hartford is presenting its 6th annual Black History Celebration!  The theme for this year’s signature event is  “A Legacy Revealed – Paths to Purpose,”  a cultural experience showcasing the achievements of women of color, through the arts, advocacy, equity, health, community enrichment, youth achievement and philanthropy.


Interactive Exhibit | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Learn about the rich history,resources, services and activities offered by individuals/organizations within the community.   Attendees may also enter for a chance to win giveaways as they engage virtually during this segment.  

Legacy Showcase   | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Entertaining and thought provoking historical and cultural presentations will be shared through music, poetry and dance while we acknowledge and award the contributions of featured Legacy Honors recipients.

Legacy Honorees include:

·         Denise Best                          Paths to Advocacy

·         Angela Harris                       Paths to Health Equity

·         Rosaida Morales Rosario     Paths to Racial Equity & Cultural Philanthropy

·         Sincere Mickens                   Paths to Youth Achievement  

·         Michelle McFarland                     Paths to Community Engagement

·         LaShawn Robinson                       Paths to Arts            

*Contact Kyrinda Richardson at  kyrinda@ulgh.org  or (860) 728-4291 for sponsorship, advertisements, or to be a virtual exhibitor*

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