Since its establishment in 2001, The Driskell Center has long been a leading institution for the study and presentation of the important legacy of African American art. To mark the celebration of our 25th anniversary, we are convening a group of scholars, curators, artists, and archivists for two days of conversation and reflection on the Center's history and its role in shaping the field.
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Interdisciplinary exhibition at the Parren J. Mitchell Art‑Sociology Building showcases original artworks and science panels on six Maryland rare insects, inviting reflection and discovery, all ages.
Building a grant budget workshop led by artist and educator Hannah Brancatto at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union, with participants encouraged to bring their own budgets.
Eric Maring rehearsal (Old Parish House, 4711 Knox Road, College Park).
UMD Symphony Orchestra, under David Neely, presents Elgar’s Cello Concerto with prize‑winning cellist Zlatomir Fung, followed by Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite, at Dekelboum Concert Hall.
Panel discussion on grant writing featuring Tara Youngborg, Dr. Jordana Saggese, Emily Sollenberger Dobbins, Craig Kier, and Dr. Kate Keeney at Adele H. Stamp Student Union.
Guided walk at Rossborough Inn highlights fall landscapes, gardens, and campus teaching spaces for staff and faculty.
Volunteers pull invasive plants and tend native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees at the Arboretum Outreach Center, with gloves supplied for hands‑on campus restoration.
Screening of German action film “60 Minuten” with English subtitles in the International Film Lounge at St. Mary’s Hall, University of Maryland— all ages.
