5th Annual Youth Explosion: Leading Outside of the Lines

The Harvey B. Gantt Center For African American Arts & Culture

Saturday, August 15, 2026•4:00 PM

In partnership with the Youth Initiative of Race Matters for Juvenile Justice (RMJJ) and the Gantt Center's Youth Residency: At the Table, our 5th annual youth explosion summit aims to inspire through discussion, mentorship, and art. Drawing from the themes of our newest exhibition, Beyond Boundaries, the programming will allow participants to dive deeper into storytelling, self-expression, and activism.

View event at www.ganttcenter.org

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About The Harvey B. Gantt Center For African American Arts & Culture

The center is named in honor of Harvey Gant, who served as Charlotte's first African-American mayor. It serves as a reflective prism for the community to celebrate the significant contributions of African-Americans to society.story_potoo