Annual Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Heritage Gala

February 29, 2020
The Augusta Marriott Hotel

International star James Stephens III will be the featured guest at the 2020 Heritage Gala on February 29, 2020!

James Stephens has starred on several TV shows and done standup appearances on ABC, NBC, CBS as well as Comedy Central, HBO, Showtime, and MTV. He’s worked with Jennifer Aniston, Will Ferrell, Steve Carrell, Chris Rock, Garth Brooks, Patti Labelle, Aretha Franklin, Joe Rogan, George Lopez, Jerry Seinfeld and others. His quick wit and Improv skills make every show different.

Reception and Auction will start at 6pm.
Doors will open for dinner at 7pm, with dancing at 9pm.

The Black-Tie event is $100 per person and tables for ten are available for $1000. Seating is limited so purchase tickets early to guarantee a seat at this spectacular event!

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February 20, 2020

Historian Awards Program

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History
5:30 pm

Make plans now to attend the Historian Awards Program. This event is free and open to the public. It will be held on Thursday, February 20th at 5:30 pm at the Museum. The Historian Awards Program will honor Ms. Lillian Wan. Also, there will be a special preservation award given to Historic Augusta.

January – February 2020 Exhibition

African Americans and Medicine in Augusta

The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History

In January and February of 2020 the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History will highlight the achievements of Augusta’s African American doctors, nurses and healthcare providers. Black Medicine in Augusta will explore the many pioneers and institutions in the world of medicine. This exhibit will feature many notables such as Dr. George N. Stoney, an Aiken, South Carolina native that came to Augusta and became a prominent doctor and business owner; Lucy Craft Laney, who established the Lamar School of Nursing; Dr. Thomas Walter Josey, Medical Director of the Pilgrim Health and Life Insurance Company; The Burruss Sanitarium, a preeminent hospital for African Americans in the South at the height of Jim Crow.

This exhibit will also acknowledge some of the more contemporary members of the healthcare community such as Margaret Weston and Dr. Ronald Brown. This exhibit will go through February 28th.

February 12, 2020

Senior Luncheon

The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History

Mark your calendars now for the Senior Luncheon featuring guest speaker Dr. Mac Bowman.

Lunch is 11:30am – 1pm.

Cost is $11.

RSVP required.

Feature Sponsor: Augusta & Co.

An innovative experience center located in the heart of downtown, Augusta & Co. invites both the “company” of fellow Augustans, or that of visiting friends and family, to experience the authentic flavors of Augusta through its rotating art gallery, tasting bar, and curated local merchandise, while sharing can’t-miss information on regional attractions and events. More than just an elevated shopping experience, Augusta & Co. is a community hub fully staffed with local Augusta Experts, eager to introduce guests to the “new” Augusta, alive with a revitalized arts & cultural scene, chef-driven restaurants, and outdoor adventures; stock up on everything from Augusta merchandise, to event calendars, and customized dining recommendations before venturing out into the city yourself! Keep up with scheduled tastings, art installations, and local pop-ups through the Augusta & Co. social media channels.

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