What to expect
The evening opens with doors at 5:30pm, followed by a performance at 6pm where Story Theatre brings Mifflin Gibbs’ story to life. You’ll have time for questions and the chance to pose for portraits. The event marks the 160th anniversary of his election to Victoria City Council, celebrating his significance as the first Black person to hold elected office in British Columbia.
The facts
- When
- Thursday, November 196 p.m.
- Next session
- Thursday, November 19, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Cost
- Free or by donation
- Booking
- Tickets online
- Suits
- Not listed
- Where
- The Black and Here Community Centre1327 Douglas Street
- Organiser
- Story Theatre and the BC Black History Awareness Society
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