Understanding the Past, Building the Future

Worth’s annual Cities Summit comes to Charleston, SC June 7th & 8th as an interactive thought leadership conference showcasing how American cities are driving innovation in economic development, transportation, technology, travel, and the arts while attracting global investment

Lissa Frenkel, Gaillard; Henry Beecher Hicks, National Museum of African American Music; Dr. Tonya Matthews, International African American Museum

These two esteemed museum directors will engage in a profound conversation about the complex and nuanced topic of race in America, both in its historical context and its implications for the future. Together, they will explore the role of museums in fostering dialogue, promoting understanding, and addressing systemic issues, while envisioning a more inclusive and equitable future for cultural institutions and the communities they serve.