COMBAHEE: Black Feminism. Radical Roots. Liberated Futures.

Fifty years to the day after the Combahee River Collective Statement was released, this interdisciplinary gathering invites artists and audiences into a shared experience shaped by artistic expression, conversation, and collective imagination. Moving between history, memory, and possibility, COMBAHEE creates space to experience the enduring spirit of Black feminist and queer thought through collective listening and creative exchange. The evening honors the radical roots of the Black feminist, lesbian, socialist organization founded in Boston by Barbara Smith, Beverly Smith, and Demita Fraizer that shaped the movement while opening pathways toward liberated futures. 

More than a commemoration, COMBAHEE invites audiences to consider how Black feminist thought continues to shape our creativity, our communities, and our collective future.

Accessibility:

The Museum of African American History's Abiel Smith School and African Meeting House are both fully accessible by wheelchair users and have accessible restrooms. More information can be obtained at The Museum of African American History's Website or by calling (617) 725-0022 x330.

Parking:

Driving and parking are difficult on Beacon Hill. There are several parking garages in the vicinity with accessible parking. Learn more at spothero.com

Public Transit:

Because parking in Boston can be such a challenge, it may be easier to visit us by taking public transportation. Most of Boston's subway, commuter rail, bus, and ferries are accessible to people with disabilities. Learn more through theMassachusetts Bay Transportation AuthorityPage.

MBTA subway stops closest to the site are the Park Street stop on the Red and Green subway lines, the Downtown Crossing stop on the Orange subway line, or the Bowdoin stop on the Blue subway line. Visit the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority website for maps and information.

Reasonable Accommodations Requests:

Castle of our Skins does not discriminate on the basis of disability, and is committed to providing accessible programs and events to facilitate participation. A guest or outside organization must notify Castle of our Skins of any request for an accommodation in advance of the event (ideally 2-3 weeks beforehand). Late accommodation requests, or requests made the day of the event, may not be possible to provide.

Please send requests toinfo@castleskins.org.