Sankofa African Diaspora Festival 

Sankofa African Diaspora Festival  

Saturday, June 27 the Historic Cossitt Library will host the third annual Sankofa African Diaspora Festival. In recognition of Black Music Month, this festival will celebrate the rich culture, lived experiences, and creative expressions of African-descended communities.  The festival, running between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 33 S. Front Street, will have live music, dance performances, art displays, author readings, a local vendor marketplace, and food trucks.  

Last year’s event attracted an estimated 500 people while showcasing a total of 30 vendors and five musical acts. 

“Memphis wouldn’t be Memphis without the music, religion, and traditions the African diaspora brought with them. Our Sankofa festival highlights those contributions and celebrates where we’ve been and where we’re going,” said Brian Lyles, Senior Manager of the Cossitt Library. 

What: Sankofa African Diaspora Festival: A Celebration of the rich culture, lived experiences, and creative expressions of African-descended communities 

When: Saturday, June 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Where: Historic Cossitt Library, 33 S. Front Street 

Planned events: Live music, dance performances, art displays, author readings, local vendor marketplace, and food trucks 

Who: Created by Cossitt Library staff. Sponsored by Friends of the Library and Memphis Library Foundation 

Suggested Parking: Premium Parking, 60 Madison (corner of Front and Madison) or Court ST (between FRONT & RIVERSIDE) 

For more information, contact Antonio Quinn at [email protected] or 901-415-2766.