Spring heralds a wide range of entertainment and educational opportunities in our community. Sumner Hall is open each Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and other times by appointment. Please stop by for a visit and be sure to check our website frequently to stay up to date on what’s happening at Sumner Hall.
PUBLIC EVENTS April 30 – MAY, 2016
AT SUMNER HALL
Exhibitions
Saturdays, 10:00am -1:00pm
The History of Emancipation
Sponsored by the Historical Society of Kent County and the Kent County Arts Council
April 30, 10:00am – 12noon
Black Men-Images of Race
Students of Dr. Alisha Knight’s class at Washington College present their posters to the public for reflection and discussion.
May 5, 6:30pm
Chasing Ice
This month’s Chestertown Environmental Committee’s film is the story of one man’s mission to change the tide of history by gathering undeniable evidence of our changing planet.
Sponsored by the Chestertown Environmental Committee
June 1, 6:30pm
National Music Festival Pre-Festival Talk
Learn all about this years festival!
June 2, 6:30pm
Niche Crops
Andre Ristney discusses niche crops with an emphasis on introducing aronia as a viable crop in this region.
This free program is sponsored by the
Chestertown Environmental Committee.
June 18, 10:30am – 6:00pm
Juneteenth 2016 Celebration!
Under the Tent: Across the street from Sumner Hall.
The festivities begin with a Welcoming Ceremony at 10:30am, followed by a Parade from Sumner Hall to Memorial Park to place a wreath to honor fallen soldiers. The Afternoon Program starts at 12:30pm and continues to 6:00pm.
Featuring the Bratcher Project and other favorite local performers!
Join us for a day of tribute, entertainment, food and fun for the whole family!
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