Lectures & Discussions AmRev Presents

AmRev Presents: A Black Founders Legacy of Entrepreneurship

October 19, 2023, from 6-8:30 p.m.

October 19, 2023, from 6-8:30 p.m.
Museum of the American Revolution
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Ticket Pricing:
Public Onsite - $20
Members Onsite - $15
Public Online - $12
Members Online - $10
New Individual Member - $70 (includes membership and onsite admission)
New Dual Member - $105 (includes membership and onsite admission for two)
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Inspired by the historical legacies of Black entrepreneurship presented in the special exhibition Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia, the Museum presents a special evening event and panel discussion hosted by Karla Trotman, CEO and owner of Electro Soft, Inc., who serves on the Museum’s Board of Directors and Black Founders Exhibition Committee. With opening remarks by Regina A. Hairston, President & CEO of the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE, and Museum Curator of Exhibitions Matthew Skic, Trotman will facilitate a discussion with panelists Steven Scott Bradley, Jason M. Coles, Nia Eubanks-Dixon, Chef Kurt Evans, and Derek S. Green, who will explore how James Forten’s successful enterprises, philanthropic mission, and influential networks connect with Black founders of Philadelphia businesses today.

Event Schedule
5:15-6 p.m. - Black Founders access
6-7:30 p.m. - Panel Discussion
7:30-8:30 p.m. - Reception & Black Founders access
Please note that timing is approximate.

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Panelists & Remarks

Regina A. Hairston (opening remarks)
President & CEO, African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, & DE

Karla Trotman (moderator)
CEO & Owner of Electro Soft, Inc.

Portrait of Steven Scott Bradley in a dark suit with glasses.

Steven Scott Bradley
Principal, OneDigital
Chairman Emeritus, African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE

Portrait of Jason M Coles with glasses, a goatee, and shoulder length hair

Jason M. Coles
Founder & CEO, Katika

Portrait of Derek S Green, smiling and wearing a dark blue suit and orange striped tie.

Derek S. Green, Esq.
Of Counsel, Obermayer, Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel, LLP
Special Counsel, Bellevue Strategies
Former Philadelphia City Councilmember

Portrait of Nia Eubank Dixon wearing a black tee shirt with orange font reading creative praxis.

Nia Eubanks-Dixon
Founder & Creator, Creative Praxis

Portrait of Chef Kurt Evans wearing a red bandana headband, white chef's shirt and black apron.

Kurt Evans
Chef & Activist

Program details are subject to change.

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Promotional Partner: The African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE

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A father holds his child as they look at the Forten family tree in the Museum's Black Founders exhibit.

Exhibits

Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia

February 11 - November 26, 2023

Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia explored the story of James Forten and his descendants as they navigated the American Revolution and cross-racial relationships in Philadelphia to later become leaders in the abolition movement in the lead-up to the Civil War.

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A British costumed living history interpreter shows a young boy how to drum on the Museum's plaza during Occupied Philadelphia.

Fall at the Museum

The Museum's special exhibition and events this fall offer visitors of all ages the opportunity to explore the American Revolution's ongoing relevance.

Black Founders Virtual Tour

Immerse yourself in 360-degree panoramic gallery images, high-resolution photos of the artifacts and documents, a guided audio tour, and music station to explore the story of free Black Philadelphian James Forten and his descendants.