Shirley Bradley LeFlore Foundation
An intergenerational local arts consortium in St. Louis
Happy February, everyone! St. Louis is once again preparing to honor Black History Month, and SBLF is joining in the celebration. Before we dive into the activities planned for this month in St. Louis, let’s take a moment to discuss the history behind Black History Month. Black History Month ironically originated in Chicago, about 300…
Tiny Desk Concerts is a video series featuring live performances that was first created in 2008 by Stephen Thompson of NPR and co-created and hosted by Bob Boilen, who previously worked on All Songs Considered, in Washington, D.C. The series has faced criticism in the past for its limited range of musical genres, particularly for…
Cheeraz Gormon is a cultural advocate who creates engaging and culturally significant narratives that deeply connect with people. She is a visual storyteller, poet, and author, as well as a photographer and activist who utilizes both spoken and written language to highlight the overlooked realities of individuals, organizations, and communities. Gormon is also a spiritual…