The Canadian Children's Museum celebrates Black History MonthGatineau, Quebec, February 14, 2007 — Come celebrate Black History Month at the Canadian Children's Museum, located in the Canadian Museum of Civilization. On February 24 and 25, create your own rhythms in a djembe workshop. The djembe is a popular West African skin-covered hand drum, shaped like a large goblet, and meant to be played with bare hands. You can then head to the Studio to make a galimoto, an African toy made from wire and other recycled materials.
African Beats Saturday, February 24 and Sunday, February 25 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the Studio of the Canadian Children's Museum Free with Museum admission
More information is available by calling 819 776-7000 or 1 800 555-5621.
Media Information:
Chief, Media Relations Canadian Museum of Civilization Tel.: 819 776-7167
Media Relations Officer Canadian Museum of Civilization Tel.: 819 776-7169
Fax: 819 776-7187
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