Katherine Dunham EAST ST. LOUIS, IL (KTVI) - The historic Katherine Dunham Museum has been a part of East St. Louis since 1971. The legacy of the activist and humanitarian is strong in the minds of some. A lack of funding and financial strain could shut it down for good.
The world-renowned dancer is known for her 1992 protest and 47 day fast to stop the mistreatment of Hatian immigrants in America. Curator Leverne Backstrom says a letter from the St. Clair County tax collector was clear. If they don`t pay up by November 7th the building goes up for auction on the 10th.
The money problems started in 2009 and now they owe more than $7,000 in taxes. Backstorm says while history is being made in Ferguson losing a piece old history would be tragic. It costs $5,000 - $7,000 per month to keep the doors open. While the museum is still in tact volunteers are hoping to get more help preserve a piece of black history that has a special place in today`s society.
Information on museum.http://kdcah.org/museum/
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The world-renowned dancer is known for her 1992 protest and 47 day fast to stop the mistreatment of Hatian immigrants in America. Curator Leverne Backstrom says a letter from the St. Clair County tax collector was clear. If they don`t pay up by November 7th the building goes up for auction on the 10th.
The money problems started in 2009 and now they owe more than $7,000 in taxes. Backstorm says while history is being made in Ferguson losing a piece old history would be tragic. It costs $5,000 - $7,000 per month to keep the doors open. While the museum is still in tact volunteers are hoping to get more help preserve a piece of black history that has a special place in today`s society.
Information on museum.http://kdcah.org/museum/
Click Here for the Fox News Story
Donations are appreciated. Donate Here
Please support this important landmark and historical treasure!
Katherine Dunham Museum The Katherine Dunham Museum houses Miss Dunham's outstanding collection of symbolic and functional art, including more than 250 African and Caribbean art objects from more than 50 countries.
Tapestries, paintings, sculpture, musical instruments and ceremonial costumes from around the world celebrate the human spirit of the Museum.
The museum displays costumes, photographs, programs, letters, awards and mementos from Miss Dunham's career as a dancer, choreographer, teacher, writer and dance company owner.
Operating Hours Have Changed. Hours are currently on an appointment basis.
Please contact: Leverne Backstrom 618-795-5970 or lbackstrom1947@yahoo.com
Tapestries, paintings, sculpture, musical instruments and ceremonial costumes from around the world celebrate the human spirit of the Museum.
The museum displays costumes, photographs, programs, letters, awards and mementos from Miss Dunham's career as a dancer, choreographer, teacher, writer and dance company owner.
Operating Hours Have Changed. Hours are currently on an appointment basis.
Please contact: Leverne Backstrom 618-795-5970 or lbackstrom1947@yahoo.com
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