# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cultural Connections - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: A Cultural Collaboration between La Casa de la Cultura & the Harvey B. Gantt Center.About this EventIn partnership with La Casa de la Cultura, Cultural Connections: Honoring Afrodescendant Women is a collaborative cultural program presented by La Casa de la Cultura and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. The event honors the history, resilience, voices, and cultural legacy of women of African descent, creating a participatory, intergenerational space to honor ancestral contributions while fostering cultural pride, dialogue, and connection across Charlotte's communities.The program features an educational panel, live performances, and a dedicated children's area with drop-in activities, alongside music, dance, and storytelling that celebrate community connection and cultural heritage.Program schedule (subject to change):Doors Open + Children’s Art Drop-In12:30 pm - 3:30 pmGuests are invited to explore the space, participate in the art activity, and prepare for the afternoon’s cultural program.Live Performances1:00 pm - 2:00 pmA dynamic series of short live performances celebrating women artists, cultural bearers, musicians, dancers, and performers connected to Afro-diasporic traditions.Educational Panel2:00 pm - 3:00 pmA facilitated conversation exploring cultural connections across the African Diaspora, the role of women as cultural bearers, ancestral traditions, artistic expression, identity, and the importance of preserving and sharing cultural knowledge across generations.Featured Performance3:00 pm - 3:20 pmBilingual singer and a guided social dance circle.Daughters of the Drum3:20 pm - 3:45 pmA featured presentation celebrating the power, history, and cultural legacy of women through rhythm, movement, and ancestral musical traditions.Collective Performance + Closing3:45 pm - 4:00 pmThe program concludes with a collective performance bringing together the participating artists and performers for a shared celebration of culture, connection, and community.About La Casa de la CulturaLa Casa de la Cultura is a non-profit dedicated to promoting and preserving the cultural heritage of diverse communities. Through inclusive programs, workshops, and artistic initiatives, it fosters creativity, cultural exchange, and collective identity. A beacon for Latin American cultural traditions, La Casa de la Cultura continues to strengthen community bonds and inspire generations through its commitment to art and heritage. Keep in touch with La Casa de la Cultura. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/cultural-connections/100001998451870341 - **Event Categories**: art, music, entertainment, performances, workshops, live-music, kids, womens-history-month, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture - **lat**: 35.22337329999999 - **long**: -80.84822020000001 - **full address**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cultural Connections - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/413284135ab4d9152beee0bb1fc4ecd9881e0c22dbe56abcba5bb6394050613e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787693468 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cultural Connections being held? - **A:** Cultural Connections takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cultural Connections? - **A:** Cultural Connections is organized by Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cultural Connections is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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