The Black Joy Project

Spurlock Museum 600 S. Gregory, Urbana, IL

Running from February 2 through December 1, 2024, the Black Joy Project aims to make an unprecedented celebration of Black JOY visible in our communities and museum spaces. The project celebrates the beauty, joy, and resilience of Black women and girls and their lived experiences during COVID-19 and the social unrest after the brutal deaths

Illinois Soul 1st Anniversary Celebration

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Everybody loves an anniversary, and we’re celebrating a big one: The first anniversary of Illinois Soul! In 2024, Illinois Public Media launched Illinois Soul, a new radio station serving the Black community, to “amplify Black voices, music, and culture throughout central Illinois.” We are proud to partner with Illinois Soul in their important mission. Come

Krannert Center Uncorked with Illinois Soul

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Join Illinois Soul and Krannert Center as we celebrate Black History Month with Krannert Center Uncorked! Every Thursday in February, Krannert Center will showcase some of the best local and regional musicians on Stage 5 in the Krannert Center lobby. Connect with friends new and old, enjoy a beverage from the Stage 5 Bar, and

Krannert Center Uncorked with Illinois Soul

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

Join Illinois Soul and Krannert Center as we celebrate Black History Month with Krannert Center Uncorked! Every Thursday in February, Krannert Center will showcase some of the best local and regional musicians on Stage 5 in the Krannert Center lobby. Connect with friends new and old, enjoy a beverage from the Stage 5 Bar, and

UI Black Chorus

Krannert Center for the Performing Arts 500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL

More detail forthcoming! Learn more by visiting: https://krannertcenter.com/events/ui-black-chorus-0