Mayor Mike Duggan | City of Detroit website
Mayor Mike Duggan | City of Detroit website
City of Detroit Historian Jamon Jordan will be delivering his annual Black History Month lecture from Ford Field, home to the successful Detroit Lions team. The lecture, which will be aired on Channel 22 and social media platforms, is part of a month-long celebration of Black history organized by the City of Detroit office of Arts, Culture, and Entrepreneurship (Detroit ACE).
The month-long celebration, titled "Undefeated," will feature a daily video series showcasing speeches, panels, and interviews on Black history and artistry in Detroit. The series will cover various aspects of Detroit's rich cultural and performing history, including Jazz, Gospel, Architecture, and Comedy.
According to Rochelle Riley, the city's Director of Arts and Culture, the annual lecture by Jamon Jordan is an important event that highlights the rich history of Detroit and the contributions of Detroiters to American history. Riley emphasized the significance of having an official historian who educates the community about Detroit's history and culture.
Jordan, who is the first City Historian in Detroit history, is known for his extensive knowledge and dedication to preserving and sharing the city's history. In addition to his annual lecture, Jordan offers numerous tours, speeches, workshops, and lessons to communities across the region.
The decision to hold the lecture at Ford Field is a tribute to the Detroit Lions and their recent success. Last year, Jordan delivered his lecture at the historic Second Baptist Church, a site on the Underground Railroad.
For more information about the lecture or to request coverage for news sites, interested individuals can contact Lacey Holmes in the ACE office at [email protected].
The city of Detroit is committed to promoting and celebrating Black history and culture throughout the month of February. The Undefeated video series, along with the annual lecture by Jamon Jordan, serves as a platform to educate and inspire the community about the significant contributions of Black Detroiters in shaping the city's cultural landscape.
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