Event

Marching to the Beat: African American Music and America's Wars

National Mall and Memorial Parks

Fee:

Free.

Location:

World War II Memorial (ranger contact station)

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Talk

Description

The beat of African American music can be heard throughout many of America's military conflicts. Come wrap up African American Music Appreciation Month with Ranger Michael. We will find a comfortable spot to relax, listen to some great music, and learn how African American music has been heard throughout our military history from the Civil War to the Vietnam War.

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Ranger Michael Draper
(202) 557-6393