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Black Futures Matter: Afrofuturist Storytelling and the Science of Survival

Join us for Black Futures Matter: Afrofuturist Storytelling and the Science of Survival, a lively evening of poetry, music, and conversation about creativity, culture, and the future. This interactive event blends science and art through live performance, sound, and storytelling. Audiences will explore how Black imagination and innovation inspire sustainability, resilience, and joy. Featuring poets, DJs, and community voices, the night invites everyone to imagine brighter futures together—one story, one sound, and one toast at a time.

Presented by:

  • Suban Nur Cooley, Assistant Professor, African American and African Studies, MSU

Suggested for ages: Over 21 years only, 18 years and above

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Arts, Culture, and Design
  • Social Science
  • Talks & Demonstrations 14
  • Science After Dark 6

Time and Location

  • 4/23/2026 7:00 - 9:00 PM

    Location:
    All of the Above Hip Hop Academy
    303 S Washington Square
    Lansing, MI 48933

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