French Quarter - Drum Circle with Michael Skinkus
The New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
and the
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve
present a
Drum Circle
led by
Michael Skinkus
At the National Park Service French Quarter visitor center
419 Decatur St, New Orleans
Join us for an interractive drum & dance circle led by Michael Skinkus as we honor those who came before us. Play drums and learn about our cultural history and the legacy of Congo Square in New Orleans.
Michael Skinkus moved to New Orleans in 1987 to attend Tulane University and to engross himself in this city’s music. He has traveled to Cuba numerous times as well as visiting Haiti, Brazil and Puerto Rico, all on what he calls “study trips.” His goal is to experience and incorporate authentic music. This hands-on approach plus his academic work – earning a degree in Latin American Studies and a Masters in ethnomusicology – has made him a diversified and much-called upon artist.
This drum circle is open to all ages. No experience required.
This program is free and open to the public.
Fees
Free and open to the public
Location
National Park Service French Quarter visitor center - 419 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (Near the statue of Bienville.)
Latitude and Longitude 29.954800, -90.064754
Schedule
Date:
Time:
Duration:
10:30 to 11:30 am Central Time
Event Type
- Cultural/Craft Demonstration
- Performance
- Talk