Please join us for an evening to learn how the indigenous practices of the Yoruba peoples of West Africa can be a gateway to communal and social healing with esteemed guest lecturer, Dr. Baba Kola Abimbola, President of Ifá University.
Thank you!!!
Baba Kola is back home in D.C. after an incredible visit!
We are so grateful to all who came out to be and learn in community with a great awo!
While he was here, Baba Kola attended a few local gatherings, supported people in spiritual works and instruction.
He thanks everyone in the community and says he is truly honored by the warm, generosity and curiosity of everyone!
For anyone interested in learning more about the degree programs at Ifá University, which are expanding to also include Bachelor studies in artistic practice, please find more information online at: https://ifa.university
You may contact Professor Kola with any questions at: abimbola@ifa.university
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Lastly, a special thank you to some amazing people:
Friday volunteers: José Figueroa, Christine Van Tassel, and Iya Origbega (and all those that stayed after to help clean up!)
Logistics: José Figueroa
Songstress and ceremony starter: Jayanthi Rajasa
Food donors: Warlance Miner and Demetrius McClendon
Arts Vendors: Sayge Carroll and Iya Amoke Kubat
Speaker: Baba Aradoyin (TruthMaze Harris)
May your walk be good!
-Alanna Morris, Artistic Director of I A.M. Arts
Due to unfortunate circumstances beyond our control, the video to Prof’s lecture has been lost. Professor Kola has provided, instead, another lecture for the Community to view!
Please enjoy this insightful look at the Yorùbá perspective on the Creative Life Force and its marked differences between western worldview often mis categorized.
CLICK ON THE VIDEO BELOW TO VIEW
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
