Chicago; IL. (1 December 2000 )--Children,
once again it's your turn to celebrate! The DuSable Museum of African-American
History will host the second annual, 'KIDS NEW YEAR'S EVE (EVE) CELEBRATION"
on Saturday, December 30, 2000 from 12:00 NOON until 5:00 PM. The event
will take place at the museum which is located at 740 East 56th Place (57th
Street and South Cottage Grove Avenue! in Chicago's Washington Park.
Education and community outreach are the
cornerstones on which the DuSable Museum of African-American History is
built and the KIDS NEW YEAR'S EVE (EVE) CELEBRATION" will afford some Chicago
area children, who might not otherwise have the opportunity, a chance to
witness and participate in their own celebration to bring in the new year.
The Black-Tie optional party for children
ages 6 through 12, will begin at 12:00 NOON when the guests will have the
opportunity to make their very own New Year's Party hats and favors. At
1:30 PM a performance of "Imani and The Magic Drum' by the world-famous
Sammy Dyer School of Dance is scheduled
At 3:00 PM the guests will prepare to countdown
the arrival of the year 2001 with their own New Year's Eve Toast (apple
cider, of course); healthy refreshments and dancing. Plus, each child will
receive a very special photographic memento of the occasion.
Admission for this event is $10.00 per
child and ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE A REQUIREMENT. However special arrangements
have been made for children who are unable to afford the fee. Reservations
may be made by calling (773) 947-0600.
This event is made possible by grants from
the Chicago Park District and the Illinois Arts Council. For more information
on the "Kids New Year's Eve (Eve)Celebration', you may call (773) 947-0600
or visit our website at www.dusablemuseum.org.
The DuSable Museum may be reached by CTA buses #3, #4 and #55 and parking
is also available.