Make a Paper Lantern

Located in Los Angeles' Exposition Park, CAAM explores the art, history, and culture of African Americans, with an emphasis on California and the West. Chartered by the State of California in 1977, the Museum began formal operations in 1981 and is a state-supported agency and a Smithsonian Affiliate. In addition to presenting a dynamic slate of exhibitions and public programs, CAAM houses a permanent collection of more than five thousand works of art, artifacts, and historical documents, and a  research library. Admission is free.By submitting your reservation you are opting in to receive our occasional e-newletter, where you can learn about ongoing programs. You may unsubscribe at any time. We look forward to staying connected!S﻿eating is first-come, first-served. Your RSVP helps us plan for capacity and communicate any program changes (if needed), and we appreciate it!

California African American Museum

In Nikita Gale: PRIVATE DANCER, the artist uses light as the exhibition’s central material, programming theatrical lights to “dance” to an unheard soundtrack of music by Tina Turner. In this interactive family workshop, participants will create cut paper lanterns from LED lights and materials found around the house. RSVP for Zoom instructions.Supplies:Paper: Any color, standard size card stock weight is best but you can also use construction paper or scrapbook paper, or up-cycle an old file folder. A wood skewer, toothpick, or metal paper clip (to poke holes in the paper) A towel or t-shirt (to use as a soft surface; it will be used and returned undamaged) Markers, pencils, or crayons A glue stick, tape, or stapler LED light or a battery-powered safe light source

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