GR Stories: The 49507 Project

1530 Madison Avenue Southeast,Grand Rapids MI 49507

17 November, 2021

Description

The Diatribe has partnered with the Grand Rapids Public Museum to speak on The 49507 Project! The Diatribe and the Grand Rapids Public Museum have partnered to bring the community a special panel session led by moderator Marcel Price, to explore the significance of the 49507 Project. Six panelists will share their connections and what this project means to them and the community. Q & A to follow. This event will be free and open to the public for all ages. Registration is required. Wednesday, November 17, doors at 6 p.m., program at 6:30 p.m. Food provided by Rising Grounds. The program will be livestreamed on the GRPM’s Facebook and Youtube channels and a full video recording of the event program will be added to the GRPM’s Digital Collections. To learn more about The 49507 Project visit: https://thediatribe.org/the49507project/ Share Your Story! If you have stories or artifacts related to the history of the 49507 consider sharing them with the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Contact a GRPM Curator at grpm.org/contactcollections. This event is a part of an ongoing series hosted by the Grand Rapids Public Museum showcasing authentic stories from within the community. The Diatribe is an Non Profit organization that uses performing arts to empower young people to share their stories, raise awareness of social issues, and create change within their communities.