April 15 - 18, 2010
Robert R. Church Park
Historic Beale Street District
Downtown Memphis
Dr. Hugh Morgan Hill, Storyteller
July 12, 1921 - November 3, 2009.
*For more information on Brother Blue and the Oral Tradition, visit BrotherBlue.com or the National Association of Black Storytellers.
Honoring the
Republic of Nigeria
Exhibitor & Vendor Information
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The Republic of Nigeria
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British influence and control over what would become Nigeria and Africa's most populous country grew through the 19th century. A series of constitutions after World War II granted Nigeria greater autonomy; independence came in 1960. Following nearly 16 years of military rule, a new constitution was adopted in 1999, and a peaceful transition to civilian government was completed.
Nigeria is currently experiencing its longest period of civilian rule since independence. The general elections of April 2007 marked the first civilian-to-civilian transfer of power in the country's history.
The Festival will showcase the Republic of Nigeria from an international perspective using a multiplicity of mediums- education, economics, culture, fashions, arts/crafts, music, history, and cuisines.
Festival-goers will enjoy a diverse cultural marketplace and four days of fun, festivities, and food with a different theme each day. Make plans now for the celebration.
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