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The St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc. (SJHF) founded in 1975 is an African American cultural and educational institution deeply rooted in the historic Hayti community of Durham, North Carolina.

SJHF is dedicated to advancing cultural understanding through diverse programs that examine the experiences of Americans of African descent — locally, nationally and globally.

The Foundation is committed to preserving, restoring and developing the Hayti Heritage Center, the former St. Joseph's AME Church, a National Historic Landmark, as a cultural and economic anchor to the greater Durham community.

“Music in My Soul: The Legacy and The Lyrics”

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Durham. NC. - The St. Joseph’s Historic Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the …

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The First Annual “Rising Stars” Concert

Categories: Concerts, Events

Saturday, August 8, 2009
Contact: Fred H. Mills, Joylette Mills-Ransome or Roberta Ann Dunbar
Phone …

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Jazz on the Lawn, featuring the John Brown Combo

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Who: White Rock Baptist Church and John Brown
What: 2nd Annual Jazz on the Lawn, …

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“JAZZ is My Medium”

Categories: Exhibits

Verna Hart
June 5 - July 31, 2009
Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery

Verna Hart ‘s exhibition at the …

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2009 Southern Fried Regional Poetry Slam, June 4-6

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What is a Poetry Slam?
I’m glad you asked. Slam is a form of …

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The AAJC and NAJJP Present Internationally Acclaimed Photographer Jim Alexander during The Jazz Symposium June 26 & 27 at Hayti Heritage Center

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The work of Mr. Jim Alexander, noted photojournalist and AAJC Official …

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Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery Host Asante Sana (Many Thanks) exhibition

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by Marilyn Griffin owner of Kanike Artistic Doll Company June 5 – July 31st

Durham, NC. …

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22nd Annual Bull Durham Blues Festival Artists Announced & June Ticket Sales Promotion

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Durham, NC- The St. Joseph’s Historic Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the 22nd annual …

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The African American Jazz Caucus, Inc. and National Association of Juneteenth Jazz Presenters, Inc. Celebrate Juneteenth and Black Music Month at the Hayti Heritage Center June 26 and June 27, 2009

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The African American Jazz Caucus, Inc. (AAJC) in partnership with the National Association of Juneteenth …

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Heritage Rhythms Dance Class

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Heritage Rhythms Dance Class will resume this spring, July 13 – August 29 from 6:30 …

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22nd Annual Bull Durham Blues Festival

 

September 11 & 12, 2009

he St. Joseph’s Historic Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce the 22nd annual Bull Durham Blues Festival (BDBF), NC largest celebration of the blues, will be held September 11 & 12, 2009.

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  • 2009 Celebrity Golf Tournament
  • 2009 Film Festival
  • 2008 Bull Durham Blues Festival
  • Lois Deloath Benefit Concert
  • Durham Musicians Reunited Reception

The Jambalaya Soul Slam



Poetry Slam is the competitive art of poetry originating in Chicago over 20 years ago, and is now practiced at venues worldwide. It is an interactive experience that involves the audience as well as the poets.

J A M B A L A Y A is a series of poetry slams that culminates annually with the formation of the Bull City Slam Team. Artists selected for the team compete throughout the country.

Rules and Regulations