Museums make America great and people make museums ~ MJ Rose
According to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, no one has played a greater role in helping all people understand Black American’s history than Carter G. Woodson.” Carter Woodson championed Black History month because of his singular devotion to “Negro Life and Culture,” and the formation of an organization whose goal was to make Black history accessible to an audience beyond college campuses and academic texts. Woodson was a “man whose only passion was history, and he expected everyone to share his passion.” This passion resulted in the formation of Negro History Week in 1926, which eventually came be what we now know as ‘Black History Month‘.
We are so lucky to have our very own Woodson African American Museum in St Petersburg, Florida. With big plans underway for future development, we are encouraged and lifted by their successes. Here at MoM, we celebrate and honor our one Big Human Family. We are all different and we are the same… With love as our guiding principle, we encourage all people to put aside the divide and recognize that together we rise! See or listen to Maya Angelou’s poem titled Human Family and stay inspired!
What’s Next at MoM in February?
Since 2023, Sierra Clark has spearheaded programing that reaches into the he(ART) of the St. Pete community with a message of inspiration and love. As MoM’s champion of Health, Wellness and Education Outreach as a funded partner with Foundation for a Health St Pete, Sierra has organized two February gatherings that highlight Black History month as a time for self-care, story telling, and culture.
“Know that you hold the power to change your whole narrative. The only thing between you and living the life you deserve is the way you see these things and the meaning you give them. Be the lighthouse that leads you to your power. Finding Sierra’…. the journey to finding oneself is about removing the paradigms, especially the ones we see ourselves through. Letting go of all the ( M. U. S ) made up stuff we believe and subscribe to that stops us from living the life,. Instead, WE SAY WE WANT!! D.A.R.E 2 B a better you” Sierra Clark SIERRA SPEAKS.
February 4 6-7pm with Tresalynn Morris -Founder & Community Health Advocate Inspiring Health’s Collective Advocacy Alliance.
Event Title: “Heart Beats for Wellness: Health & Love Fest”. Observance: American Heart Month & Valentine’s Day. Theme & Description: Promote heart health, self-love, and community wellness with a festival that merges health education and fun activities. Attendees can participate in wellness screenings, fitness classes, and workshops on building healthy relationships. RSVP INFO@MOMmuseum.org 877-711-6667
February 25th 6-7:30 Angela. Observance:
Black History MonthEvent Title: “Bridging Our Stories: Black History & Resilience.” Description: Honor the resilience and achievements of Black individuals and families through storytelling, historical panels, and wellness workshops that focus on community strength. More info: 727-906-7542 or INFO@MOMmuseum.org. The Factory 2606 Fairfield Ave S. Gallery Row Building 7 Door B.
RSVP please. 877-711-6667
Don’t Forget the Playdates, Lactation Groups and Escape Womb Experience: Escape Womb Tickets Here
March Preview: MoM Art Auction with OXH Gallery
Save the date! MoM Conference 2025 in partnership with USF St Pete. Open to the public March 14-16 followed by the MoM Art Auction Fundraiser with OXH Gallery in Tampa Bay at The Spiral Staircase. Pre-event press is here in ArtNet. “Not shying away from the complexities of women working in the visual arts, OXH Gallery embraces the influence of motherhood and herstory on contemporary women artists.”
Thank You St Pete Chamber of Commerce for the Awesome Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!
Ribbon Cutting St Pete Chamber of Commerce
Ribbon Cutting
ST. PETE, Fla. (January 17 2025) — The Museum of Motherhood has taken a new residence inside Gallery Row at the Factory, St. Pete located at 2606 Fairfield Avenue South in Building 7, Door 2 B (to the left of the FloridaRama & DaddyKool entrance next to Florida Wildlife Corridor).
The museum’s (re)opening celebration will highlight its newest visitor experience, an escape room adventure with Ribbon Cutting celebration in partnership with the St Pete Chamber of Commerce.
Navigating life’s intricate fabric, choices unfold paths to the extraordinary, demanding creativity, curiosity, and courage for a truly fulfilling journey.
Navigating life’s intricate fabric, choices unfold paths to the extraordinary, demanding creativity, curiosity, and courage for a truly fulfilling journey.
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Press From The Event – St Pete Catalyst
