# Event Details - **Event Name**: Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: March On!About this EventTONI x 2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary LandscapeFilm Screening + Panel Discussion + Mini Publishing WorkshopIn partnership with Metropolitan AME Church, March On! presents Toni x 2 — an afternoon exploring the powerful creative connection between two of the most influential figures in American literary history: Toni Cade Bambara and Toni Morrison.THE FILMWe open with a screening of TBC: The Toni Cade Bambara School of Organizing (2025, 105 min.) — a compelling portrait of Bambara as a writer, filmmaker, and cultural strategist who inspired generations to use storytelling as a tool for community empowerment. Structured as a series of lessons on cultural organizing, the film draws on the voices of Bambara's friends, colleagues, and students to illuminate a life dedicated to art, justice, and community.THE CONVERSATIONAt the heart of this program is the dynamic relationship between Toni Cade Bambara and Toni Morrison — two women whose collaboration transformed both literature and cultural life. Their partnership stands as a powerful example of how writing and editorship together can influence culture and advance social change.Following the screening, filmmaker Louis J. Massiah will be joined by Dana A. Williams, author of Toni at Random: The Iconic Writer's Legendary Editorship, for a panel conversation and mini publishing workshop moderated by acclaimed author, literary coach, and founder of the Hurston/Wright Foundation, Marita Golden. Together, they will explore the legacies of both Tonis and reflect on the critical role of editors, writers, and cultural leaders in shaping the stories that define our world.THE VENUEThis program takes place at Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church — one of Washington DC's most historic and storied institutions. For generations, Metropolitan has served as both a sacred space for spiritual growth and a driving force in the civic, cultural, and intellectual life of African Americans and the broader community. It is a fitting home for an evening dedicated to the power of storytelling to inform, connect, and inspire action.EVENT DETAILS? Saturday, June 20, 2026 ? 3PM (doors open at 2:30PM) ? Metropolitan AME Church, Douglas Hall · 1518 M Street NW, Washington DC 20005 ? $ Pay what you can! Choose the price that works best for you — all tickets include full access to the event. · Your contribution keeps this work alive and accessible for our entire communityThis program invites audiences to engage not only with history but with the ongoing power of storytelling to shape the world we are building together.Agenda?: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PMDoors Open + Concessions ?: 03:00 PM - 04:10 PMFilm Screening: TCB - The Toni Cade Bambara School of Organizing?: 04:30 PM - 06:00 PMPanel Conversation + Workshop - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/toni-x2-how-bambara-and-morrison-reshaped-the-literary-landscape/100001988981158186 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, entertainment, workshops, storytelling, business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-06-20T18:30:00Z - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church - **lat**: 38.9054542 - **long**: -77.0354302 - **full address**: Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1518 M Street Northwest, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f24eb4e4b2d480982e98f68bfabf1ef7f8c85e7071a27980d66bc1065160860a-rimg-w1200-h600-dceeede8-gmir.jpg?v=1779022389 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape being held? - **A:** Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church, 1518 M Street Northwest, Washington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape? - **A:** Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape is organized by March on Washington Film Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Toni x2: How Bambara and Morrison Reshaped the Literary Landscape is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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