BALTIMORE — The Reginald Lewis Museum was bustling Monday with activities in recognition of MLK Day.
The museum had four floors of programming for all ages, including drumming lessons and arts and crafts.
That's where we met Sharda Farmer and her extended family, including her daughter, sister, niece, and nephew. They made fans with pictures of historical African Americans on them.
Her daughter, Lariyah Caudle, made a fan with Dr. King on it. And although she's only seven, Lariyah says she understands what this day means.
“Because it’s important to celebrate and he did something nice for people,” Lariyah says.
People also toured the exhibits, which share the stories of African Americans in Maryland.
“I think it’s important to get out in the community,” Farmer says. “I think it’s important to expose the museums to the kids. I think it was important for the kids to get out of the house and learn a little bit about history.”
Several prominent African American organizations were also on hand to talk about their work in the community, including the National Council of Negro Women, 100 Black Men, Mocha Moms and the Urban League.
