THE GREAT PERSONS SERIES

Community Experience Days for Kids and Families

Led by Chitra Subramanian
Saturdays in October 2023, 12-4pm

The Nicholson Project presents The Great Persons Series: Community Experience Days for Kids and Families. Presented in collaboration with DC-based educator and dance artist, Chitra Subramanian, this series is designed for children ages 3-12 years old and will take place Saturdays in October from 12pm to 4pm. This series is intended for children and their families to drop in anytime during these hours. Special programming will be implemented throughout the four Saturdays, including community workshops in art/dance, gardening, and storytelling.

The Great Persons Series fosters transformation, inspiration, and self-awareness through interactive exhibits and programs that bring history and social justice to life. Focusing on the life stories of Great People from our past and present, children learn about the important issues of our world and communities through powerful hands-on experiences. Participants will explore the life story of a Great Person through hands-on experiential activities, ranging from the visual arts/crafts, writing, movement/performance, music, multimedia, and more. These hands-on experiences encourage children to process the content and immerse themselves into the Great Person’s life story.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOPS:

WORKSHOP #1 Details
Description: Zitkala-Sa
In this workshop children and families will learn about Zitkala-Sa, a Dakota Yankton writer and musician, cultural preserver, and political activist for her Native American people.

Special Guest: Angela Gladue
First Nations Powwow Dancer and bgirl from amiskwaciwaskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta)

WORKSHOP #2 Details
Description: Harry Belafonte
Dive deep into the history and culture of Harry Belafonte, civil rights icon, and legendary singer and actor from Jamaica.

WORKSHOP #3 Details
Description: Mary McLeod Bethune
Attendees will explore the life and achievements of Mary McLeod Bethune, powerful educator, activist for racial justice, and champion for women and girls.

Special Guest: Mary McLeod Bethune Council House
National Historic Site part of the National Park Service

WORKSHOP #4 Details
Description: George Washington Carver
Children and families will learn about George Washington Carver, Agronomist, scientist, and pioneer in sustainable farming.

Special Guest: Peter Lewis
Garden Manager at The Nicholson Project and artist

Interested in more community-minded workshops and events?

The Great Persons Series was created by Ayize Sabater, Co-Founder of the DC-based nonprofit, Mentors of Minorities in Education (M.O.M.I.E).