The Savannah African Art Museum will be unveiling a new art exhibit, “Renegotiated Self: Secret Societies of West and Central Africa,” on Saturday, Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Savannah Black Heritage Festival (SBHF). The museum will also be participating in the SBHF by hosting three additional events, the annual “Tracing Your Roots Workshop” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, A Book Launch & Excerpt readings of “From Then Until Now; Short Memoirs of Eight Male African American Savannahians”, Wed. February 12, 6pm -7:30pm and “Storytelling Time” from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, February 22.

“Renegotiated Self: Secret Societies of West and Central Africa” Art Exhibition launches in the rotating gallery of the Savannah African Art Museum, located at 201 E 37th Street. The new exhibit highlights West and Central African cultures, their various cultural societies and their unique purposes. The exhibit runs from February 2025 to January 2026 and showcases West and Central African art objects associated with the various societies.

The Museum will co-host with the Live Oak Bull Street Library two events: On February 12th at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm) they will co-host a book release & excerpt readings of “From Then Until Now: Short Memoirs of Eight Male African American Savannahians,” which include, former Mayor Otis Johnson, Musician Teddy Adams, Richard Shinhoster, Proprietor of the Diaspora Marketplace. This will take place in the library’s auditorium, located on the 1 st floor, 2002 Bull Street, Savannah, GA.

On February 15 th @11am, their Annual “Tracing Your Roots” Workshop. Attendees will receive a brief talk about the importance of knowing one’s roots from the Education and Community Outreach Liaison, Lisa Jackson, followed by a tour through the Kaye Kole Genealogy & Local History Room where Librarian Linda Bridges will guide attendees through the available

resources for tracing family roots, share tips on how to get started, and explain the best way to navigate and organize their research. “Storytime in the Courtyard” will round out the museum’s participation in the SBHF on Saturday, February 22 @ 11am in the museum’s courtyard. The remarkable storyteller, vocalist and actress, Adrienne Reynolds will entertain, educate, and inspire attendees of all ages.

For a full list of events taking place during the 36 th Annual Savannah Black Heritage Festival, please visit www.savannahblackheritagefestival.org.

To learn more about Savannah African Art Museum, upcoming workshops, and the museum’s newest collections, please visit www.savannahafricanartmuseum.org and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at @SavannahAfricanArtMuseum.

Savannah African Art Museum is a nonprofit institution that introduces all audiences to African art and culture. Its mission is to provide engaging experiences that educate and start conversations about the power, diversity, and spirituality of African art.