This hands-on workshop explores drumming practices connected to the visual art, cultural artifacts, and musical instruments featured in our exhibition FESTIVAL: A Celebration of African Art at the Fitchburg Art Museum. Inspired by the music of Mali, West Africa, play African drums while you learn traditional rhythms straight from the source!

Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to attend. Advanced sign-up is required for this program and will be limited to 30 people.

Sign up on the Fitchburg Art Museum Upcoming Programs webpage.

DATE: Saturday, May 30

TIME: 2 – 3 PM

LOCATION: Fitchburg Art Museum, 185 Elm Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420. The program will be held in the FAM Courtyard. In case of rain, it will be moved to an indoor gallery.

ACCESS: If you require accessibility accommodations, modifications, or have specific preferences, please let us know in advance so we can prepare for your visit: info@fitchburgartmuseum.org.

Photo courtesy of Crocodile River Music

This program is offered by the Fitchburg Art Museum and Crocodile River Music as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!