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creating entertaining & accessible African history content for kids & adults to bring a richer understanding of the world around us.

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#RP • @lymarimedia // Paa Joe is an artist and pioneer of fantasy coffin craft. He makes beautiful creations that are often seen by only a handful of people before being buried forever. Stream Paa Joe & The Lion on kweliTV.

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Today the @DusableMuseum hosts a number of events and exhibits, including the “DuSummer Jazz” shows happening throughout the month of August - and is open to the public from Wednesday to Sunday. Check out their IG page @dusablemuseum or website for more info!

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The @DuSableMuseum was built in 1961 by Dr. Margaret Burroughs and other leading Chicago citizens. It was the first non-profit Museum dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, study & the dissemination of the history & culture of Africans and African Americans.

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It was founded in 1961 by husband & wife team, Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs and Charles Burroughs, on the ground floor of their home. Its purpose was to educate the public about Black history, culture & art.The museum was originally named the Ebony Museum of Negro History & Art.

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The book is inspired by Shudu’s upbringing and childhood. She is a well-known advocate for mental health, and has partnered with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) and Childline South Africa @ChildlineSA to help children who have been victims of bullying.

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Miss South Africa 2020, @abigailmusida , tells the story of her upbringing in Ha-Vhangani, a small Venda village. In this story, readers will hear about how Shudu overcomes her sadness and her challenges, such as moving, going to a new school and being bullied by her classmates.

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Amp up your summer itinerary with our #LymariSummer Bucket List guide to help spark some creativity for you & your family or friends. Whether it’s trying a new African restaurant or going sightseeing for a hidden pyramid within your own city, this list will be sure to enlighten!

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In 2008, she opened @faieafrikanart in Bronzeville because of her belief that “gallery that presents the art with the dignity it deserves, should be located in a community populated by people who are the direct descendants of those who created these masterpieces. #lymarisummer

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Faie African Art gallery owner Faye Edwards @FaieAfrikanArt has noted that the inspiration behind her work came from her first trip to Africa, where she visited Mali and Guinea. She fell in love with the people, culture, and the art.

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The first book we’d like to highlight as part of our #LymariSummer book series is by illustrator and textile designer @dianaejaita. Ejaita fuses her Nigerian and Italian heritage in dramatically silhouetted images of people in vibrant, patterned settings.

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@kwelitv allows you to discover and celebrate black stories from around the world through curated independent films, documentaries, web series, kids programming, news, and events/live experiences.

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As part of our #LymariSummer, we’re partnering with @kwelitv to showcase different movies by African directors & creators.

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This Saturday, @promontorychicago in Hyde Park is creating an “Afrobeats playground” by celebrating some of the biggest names in Afrobeat music at their Passport Vibes: Afrobeat Street Festival. Link to register here https://t.co/7SkS6tT8WI

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This summer, we want to celebrate African heritage with you by providing fun activities for you to do with your friends and family all summer long!

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We visited the Department of Egypt and Sudan @thebritishmuseum which houses an extensive collection of artifacts that illustrate the Nile Valley from the Neolithic period until present day.A small fraction of this time period is reflected throughout the Queen Amanirenas series.

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A couple weeks ago, we sat down with @CortneyHall and @RodriguesMatt to chat about Queen Amani Renas and what’s to come for the series. Check out our interview below! #lymarimedia #amanirenasuntold #nubiauntold #graphicnovel #comicbook #africanhistory

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The Queen is back in stock and ready for take off! Physical copies available on our website or Amazon for kindle version. #lymarimedia #amanirenas #amanirenasuntold #africanhistory #blackhistory

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Thanks for having us today @DaytimeChicago / @WGNTV !

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He knows football, but history is a passion for Linebacker Christian Jones and his wife Liz. Check out their debut graphic novel 'Queen AmaniRenas: Protector of Nubia'. Its the first in a series of 3 aimed at telling untold stories of African History. https://t.co/0O3KD7ySin

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Amani & Patra 💛 - Did you know that Queen Amani Renas ruled during the reign of Cleopatra in Egypt? Volume I of Queen Amani Renas - Protector of Nubia explores this relationship and more. #lymarimedia #findingamanirenas #comics #blackcomics #blackhistory #africanhistory