This event is an acknowledgment and celebration of the lifelong works of Coretta Scott King and Maya Angelou to address America’s historical racial and social injustices through their art, humanities, civil rights, and social justice efforts. Recognition will also be given to additional Americans whose work closely aligns with theirs. Both Coretta Scott King and […]
Registration for this event has reached capacity and is now closed. The Annual Legacy Luncheon honors those at the forefront of social justice work and local trailblazers making a positive impact in our community. This year, the Luncheon will be held at The Antioch College Wellness Center. window.bboxInit = function () { bbox.showForm('906f13ef-359a-4045-9123-fe97a4e2dbd7'); }; (function […]
The Coretta Scott King Center for Cultural and Intellectual Freedom is a National Sponsor of the Independent Lens documentary, "Claude Got Shot". JOIN THE SCREENING IN-PERSON:Come watch the film together, in-person, in the ASB Cinema Room, May 5th at 7 PM ET.Refreshments provided. JOIN THE SCREENING VIRTUALLY:If you would like to watch on your own, […]
Participants will experience a humanistic process that explores how we are socialized and conditioned to think about race and racism in this country. Through an in-depth analysis of class, power and race this interactive process challenges participants to analyze the structures that hinder social equity and our role in transforming the disproportionate racial outcomes and […]
Participants will experience a humanistic process that explores how we are socialized and conditioned to think about race and racism in this country. Through an in-depth analysis of class, power and race this interactive process challenges participants to analyze the structures that hinder social equity and our role in transforming the disproportionate racial outcomes and […]
An In-Person and Online Event, Open to the Public On Wednesday, June 15th at 7pm, Dr. Jennifer Grubbs, an Antioch College anthropology professor, will discuss her new book, Ecoliberation: Reimagining Resistance and the Green Scare (McGill-Queens University Press, 2021). The event will take place on the Antioch College campus, in ASB 219, the Cinema Room. […]
Class of 2022 Commencement will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Visit the Commencement webpage for details and the livestream.
THE POP WAGNER GREENE COUNTY TRIO IN CONCERT THURSDAY, JULY 7 Three Yellow Springers join forces for a fun-packed event at Foundry Theater. Tickets on sale June 1. Dubbed The Pop Wagner Greene County Trio, three musicians with Yellow Springs ties will be in concert on Thursday, July 7, at the Foundry Theater at Antioch […]
The 2022 Antioch College Reunion will return as an in-person event in Yellow Springs this July 14-17th! We are so excited to welcome back to campus all classes especially the 50th class of 1972 (plus 1971 and 1970 who missed their 50th in-person reunions due to the pandemic). Other anniversary years like the 5th, 25th […]
Guest Curator Aimee Wissman R.A.G. Returning Artist Guild Sept 1 Opening September 1st - September 30th Tuesday thru Saturday 1-4 pm Herndon Gallery, South Hall Antioch College Closing Reception Friday September 30th 6pm-9pm
Online registration: https://community.agrariacenter.org/e/black-farming-conference-roots-food-storytelling/ This event is FREE and open to the public and is co-sponsored by Antioch College. Friday, September 9th Evening Keynote: Rev. Dr. Heber Brown III, The Black Church Food Security Network Saturday, September 10th Keynote: Michael Twitty, Culinary Historian and author of The Cooking Gene The Conference is being held virtually with in-person events […]
The Coretta Scott King Center for Intellectual and Cultural Freedom invites you to join us as we celebrate HUMAN DAY, and the dedication of the Help Us Make a Nation (H.U.M.A.N.) Resource Library for Racial Justice and Human Rights; an extension of the Olive Kettering Library at Antioch College. We will also be unveiling of […]
Guest Curator Aimee Wissman R.A.G. Returning Artist Guild Sept 1 Opening September 1st - September 30th Tuesday thru Saturday 1-4 pm Herndon Gallery, South Hall Antioch College Closing Reception Friday September 30th 6pm-9pm
Yellow Springs Porchfest is a free, neighbor-driven day celebrating music and community. It's an annual event, from noon to 7pm on the third Saturday in September. (Save the date! This year’s Porchfest falls on September 17, 2022.) During this time, local musicians will play on the porches, front yards, and patios of homes and businesses […]
Guest Curator Aimee Wissman R.A.G. Returning Artist Guild Sept 1 Opening September 1st - September 30th Tuesday thru Saturday 1-4 pm Herndon Gallery, South Hall Antioch College Closing Reception Friday September 30th 6pm-9pm
Guest Curator Aimee Wissman R.A.G. Returning Artist Guild Sept 1 Opening September 1st - September 30th Tuesday thru Saturday 1-4 pm Herndon Gallery, South Hall Antioch College Closing Reception Friday September 30th 6pm-9pm
Guest Curator Aimee Wissman R.A.G. Returning Artist Guild Closing Reception Friday September 30th 6pm-9pm Herndon Gallery, South Hall Antioch College
Presenters: Kevin McGruder - Associate Professor of History & Jennifer Grubbs - Assistant Professor of Anthropology Details of the discussion: Antioch College professors Jennifer Grubbs (Anthropology) and Kevin McGruder (History) will discuss the historical roots and social functions of the criminal justice system in the United States that has led to our current era of […]
About Antioch College Founders' Day In October of 1850 the Christian Church, a small, largely rural Protestant sect of Millerite persuasion, met in Marion, NY (about 50 miles west of Syracuse) for its annual General Convention. The biggest item on the agenda was “the college project”. Exactly three years later, almost to the hour in […]
Flourishing is a collection of work depicting a more complete image of the Black experience outside of the tragedies romanticized across the media. Through a range of documentary photographs, abstract video and utopic imagery, this group exhibition celebrates the freedom Black people have experienced everyday despite the social hurdles they are faced with. Spanning a two-floor […]
Haunted Trail October 15th, 2022 8pm-12am Haunted trail and special events for all to enjoy. Please be advised this trail will include gore and scenes that may not be appropriate for children younger than 13. Price for the Haunted Trail: Day of prices: $10, 13 and over $5, dollars 12 and under $5 dollars if […]
On November 8th, Ohioans will go to the polls to elect a governor, congressional and state representatives, and members of the state supreme court. But are these elections structured in the optimal way? To find out more, come to a talk on Wednesday, October 26th from 6-7pm on Antioch College Campus on "The mathematics of […]
Join us, and fellow Antiochians, for a virtual State of the College Address followed by Community Social Hour. The event will be conducted on Antioch College's virtual event platform, Remo. Pre-registration is highly encouraged. To register, please visit:https://live.remo.co/e/state-of-the-college/register For any questions about accessing the Antioch College State of the College Address and Community Social Hour, […]
Welcome to Antioch College!We are excited to host the 2022 Students of Color Leadership Conference! The Students of Color Leadership Conference is designed to connect, engage, and amplify the experiences, talents of Students of Color from the various GLCA colleges. This year we will be in person, on the campus of Antioch College in Yellow […]
WHERE:Foundry Theater at Antioch College920 Corry StreetYellow Springs, OH 45387 WHEN: Friday, December 2, 20227:30 pm Curtain Saturday, December 3, 20227:30 pm CurtainTICKETS:$12 Adults$10 Students & SeniorsChildren 8 and under & Antioch College Students - Free EVENT SPONSORS:Antioch CollegeYellow Springs Arts Council window.bboxInit = function () { bbox.showForm('6c8b1670-98da-48ea-b708-3bc2e7f831de'); }; (function () { var e = […]
Give the gift of shopping local this holiday season!Shop wares by Ohio artisans while you enjoy warming refreshments. Let us know that you're coming by visiting our Eventbrite page, here.
For its inaugural event Herndon Gallery/Herndon Speaks presents:Community Conversations:Listening to Artists Impacted by the Justice System Ohio Prison Arts Connection (OPAC) will partner with four arts spaces in four cities around the state to exhibit its second commissioned poster series. The posters are created by justice-impacted artists and will be available for sale, with all […]
Freedom FlightA Mad River Theater Works production in partnership with Antioch CollegeWritten and Directed by Daniel Carlton Friday January 13, 2023 - 7PM at The Foundry Theater Tickets$10Ages 17 and under are encouraged and freeThe turbulent period of slavery and abolition in American history is the backdrop for Mad River’s new one-act play with music, […]
Full Program Flier and Information Bread and Roses: A Celebration of International Women's Day, March 8, 2023 Foundry Theatre, 920 Corry StreetAntioch College Campus Free Admission, Donations WelcomeChildcare RSVP by March 1st: Call 937-207-1517 Program World House Choir: Bread and Roses Music by Mimi Farina (1974), Words by James Oppenheim (1911) Welcome and Introduction: Catherine […]
Coretta Scott King Center at Antioch College and Celebrate Maya partner to host 2023 Sisterhood and Social Justice Virtual Gathering The Coretta Scott King Center for Cultural and Intellectual Freedom (CSKC) in partnership with the Celebrate! Maya Project will host its third annual Sisterhood & Social Justice Virtual Gathering, which honors the life and legacy […]
Spring Fling Happy Hourto benefit Antioch College Hosted byShelby Chestnut ’05, Shalini Deo ’02, & Ace Xavier Portis, Trustee For Antioch alumni and friends!Come celebrate the power of equitable higher ed and meet champion and Antioch’s first Deaf president Dr. Jane Fernandes. Wednesday, March 15, 20236-8pm Ode to Babel772 Dean StreetProspect Heights, Brooklyn RSVP today! […]
On Wednesday, March 22, 2023 7-8:30PM EST, Antioch College will host a virtual Town Hall Event. Antioch’s president, Dr. Jane Fernandes, will discuss her recently-launched President’s Initiative, with an opportunity for live Q&A. We hope our community of Antiochians & Friends will join our community in action and learn more about this important initiative at a crucial […]
Keynote Speaker Barbara Major, Author, Deconstructing Racism, A Path towards Lasting Change Barbara Major - People's Institute for Survival and Beyond Barbara is a veteran antiracist community organizer from New Orleans and her family originates from Franklinton, Louisiana. She holds a Bachelor's degree in sociology, and a Master's in Social Work. She is one of […]
Antioch Alumni Happy Hour DC Hosted byKaren Mulhauser ’65 & John Capozzi For Antioch alumni and friends! Come celebrate the power of equitable higher ed and meet champion and Antioch’s first Deaf president Dr. Jane Fernandes. Enjoy delicious desserts, coffee, wine, and beer. Tuesday, May 23, 20236:30-8:30pm Location: 700 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, 2nd Floor - […]
Class of 2023 Commencement will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2022. Visit the Commencement webpage for details and the livestream.
Antioch College presents A Fireside Chat on "Intergenerational Feminism" with Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole, Dr. Queen Meccasia Zabriskie, and Dr. Suparna Bhaskaran. (function(d, s) { var js, el = d.getElementsByTagName(s); window.BB_REG_FORM_ID = "b9a2acdb-7587-497e-a7e8-04bec5de8120"; window.BB_REG_FORM_ENVIRONMENT_ID = "p-NPZL_LbPPEmM1EvFf23Qww"; window.BB_REG_FORM_HEADER_HEIGHT = 0; // If your page has a header/overlay, then you can set this value to your header […]
World House Choir 10th Anniversary Concert at the Foundry Theater World House Choir programs are free and open to the public. Audiences will be invited to make a free-will donation. Click here for schedule and additional information.
Electric Root Presents
The Sound of (Black) Music
A joyful reimagining of the Rogers and Hammerstein songs through a utopian, afrofuturistic lens.
Recognized as among the “Best of Theater, 2021” by the New York Times, The Sound of (Black) Music is a vibrant one-act concert reimagining of the classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical through a utopian, afrofuturistic lens full of love. Cherished songs such as “Do-Re-Mi,” “Edelweiss,” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain'' are recast through a Black roots music kaleidoscope of jazz, gospel, blues, soul, funk and Afro-beat.
The Sound of (Black) Music is co-directed by Shariffa Ali and Kamilah Long, with arrangements by Mathis Picard and music direction by Vuyo Sotashe. The concert channels the singular musical gifts of some of today’s most talented Black musicians into an overflowing celebration of Black Roots music. Vocalists Vuyo Sotashe, Brianna Thomas, Charenee Wade, Alexis Lombre and Zhanna Reed are supported by an electrifying band to bring to life the most joyous and loving presentation.
Electric Root Presents
The Sound of (Black) Music
A joyful reimagining of the Rogers and Hammerstein songs through a utopian, afrofuturistic lens.
Recognized as among the “Best of Theater, 2021” by the New York Times, The Sound of (Black) Music is a vibrant one-act concert reimagining of the classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical through a utopian, afrofuturistic lens full of love. Cherished songs such as “Do-Re-Mi,” “Edelweiss,” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain'' are recast through a Black roots music kaleidoscope of jazz, gospel, blues, soul, funk and Afro-beat.
The Sound of (Black) Music is co-directed by Shariffa Ali and Kamilah Long, with arrangements by Mathis Picard and music direction by Vuyo Sotashe. The concert channels the singular musical gifts of some of today’s most talented Black musicians into an overflowing celebration of Black Roots music. Vocalists Vuyo Sotashe, Brianna Thomas, Charenee Wade, Alexis Lombre and Zhanna Reed are supported by an electrifying band to bring to life the most joyous and loving presentation.
Herndon Gallery proudly presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within," an exclusive exhibition featuring a collection of paintings, prints, and sculptures by Mia Zapata, an esteemed alumna from the 1980s. During her time at Antioch College in the mid-eighties, Mia crafted many of the stunning pieces showcased in this exhibition. Notably, Mia was also the frontwoman […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
The Valerie A. Blackwell-Truitt Community Dance and Performance Arts Concert and Art Exhibition. Friday and Saturday, 27 & 28 October, 2023 Curtain at 7:30PM. Adults: $15.00 Students and Seniors: $10.00 Antioch College Students and children 8 and under: Free This year's concert will include Valerie's Grandchildren performing with their friends, an Aerialist, music by local artists, an […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
The Valerie A. Blackwell-Truitt Community Dance and Performance Arts Concert and Art Exhibition. Friday and Saturday, 27 & 28 October, 2023 Curtain at 7:30PM. Adults: $15.00 Students and Seniors: $10.00 Antioch College Students and children 8 and under: Free This year's concert will include Valerie's Grandchildren performing with their friends, an Aerialist, music by local artists, an […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
Kieran Kane’s seminal work in The O'Kanes and Kane Welch Kaplin, as well as co-founding the independent label Dead Reckoning Records, laid the foundation for the contemporary world of Americana music. A successful solo artist, collaborator, and songwriter (with songs recorded by Alan Jackson, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, and many more), Kieran is a musician's […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
**Herndon Gallery at Antioch College Proudly Presents "Mia Zapata: A Place Within" - A Tribute to the Creative Legacy of an Alumna and Front woman of The Gits Herndon Gallery at Antioch College is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated unveiling of "Mia Zapata: a place within," an exclusive exhibition paying homage to the remarkable […]
“Amba’s music is a chaotic spiritual exploration, a path to enlightenment strewn with skronking wails. “The music is God; God is the music,” she recently told the New York Times — a philosophy that, although old as time, has made her one of the brightest new stars in avant-garde jazz.” — STEREOGUM (Top 40 Band’s […]
“…trio picks up the pieces from the 1960s collision of black power and avant-jazz while dispensing with everything superfluous.”- Village Voice Lomax is the rare drummer who leaves you wanting more, leading his bandmates through a strikingly terse, brilliantly counterintuitive and ultimately joyous series of explorations. Dr. Mark Lomax, II, is a critically acclaimed composer, […]
