Sugar Hill Children’s Museum Storytelling Festival

Freedom Tales: A Storytelling Festival inspired by the Works of Faith Ringgold. Explore themes of justice, freedom, activism and art through the lens of storytelling! The museum’s current exhibitions focusing on the work of artist, author and activist Faith Ringgold are the backdrop for this 3 day event that includes interactive storytelling, musical interludes, author appearances and hands on art activities all weekend long.

Storytelling Festival Schedule:

Saturday
Michelle Washington Wilson 11:00am
Folk Tales of the African Diaspora: Perfect for toddlers through age ten, this program invites children and their grownups to enjoy lively storytelling. Join in the fun, and celebrate a rich tradition of clever heroes and joyful learning.
April Armstrong 12:30pm
Faith Ringgold: The Musical! Actor, storyteller and vocalist April Armstrong brings us a musical version of the children’s author and artist, Faith Ringgold’s “Tar Beach””

Sunday
Joy Kelly Smith 10:00am
Join actor and storyteller Joy Kelly Smith as she shares character-based theater embodying the story of Rosa Parks!

Monday, Free Admission Day
Rachael Harrington 12:30pm
Storyteller Rachael Harrington invites you to her story circle to learn how to tell a tale and collaborate on a group storytelling activity.