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Brenda Milkofsky Curatorial Fund Dinner
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating Connecticut River history and heritage, featuring a special presentation by Connecticut historian Dr. Frank Mitchell.
🎤 Guest Speaker: Dr. Frank Mitchell
“Radiance from the Waters: Late 19th-Century Shipboard Performances”
Dr. Mitchell, Curatorial Adviser for the Toni N. and Wendell C. Harp Historical Museum and Director Emeritus of The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, will highlight the remarkable story of the Hickman Jubilee Singers. This African-American a cappella ensemble captivated audiences with powerful spirituals and rhythmic performances aboard steamboats traveling the Connecticut River in the late 1800s—a legacy that traces back to the original Fisk University Jubilee Singers of 1871.
About the Fund
Established in 2009 to honor the vision and leadership of our Founding Director, the Brenda Milkofsky Curatorial Fund is a dedicated fund of the Connecticut River Museum. Its mission is to support the acquisition and preservation of historical artifacts and records related to the Connecticut River.
Admission
Ticket Options:
Steamboat Crew – $125.00 per guest
(Includes dinner and evening program)
Jubilee – $175.00 per guest
(Includes dinner, evening program, and an exclusive curator-led tour)
Captain’s Table – $2,000.00
(Table for 10 guests with premium seating and special recognition)
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2995981-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2995981-2
