Black Heritage Art Show

Genese Music and Entertainment Artist will be participating in the Black Heritage Art Show in Baltimore.

WHAT: 13th Annual Black Heritage Art Show, the largest celebratory Art event held in the Mid-Atlantic region during Black History month. General Admission is $5.00, children under 13 admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult

WHEN: Friday, February 15, 2008 through Sunday, February 17, 2008 at the

WHERE: Baltimore Convention, Center
1 W. Pratt Street Baltimore, MD.21201

DETAILS: Friday, February 15th, 11 a.m. the show will officially open to the public. Artist and Craftsman from across the country and of international acclaim will participate, including Buchi UpJohn. WEAA sponsored Jazz Soiree will celebrate the opening of the art show at 7 p.m. Sway to the smooth sounds of jazz; enjoy complimentary wine courtesy of E & J Gallo Wines. Participate in the silent art auction; portions of the proceeds will benefit the African American Visual Arts Association (AAVA) scholarship fund Saturday, February 16th, show opens at 11:00 a.m. meet and greet actor, Jermaine Crawford of HBO’s The Wire and gospel recording artist,
David Chance, formerly of Ruff Endz. There will be live entertainment
and life empowering seminars throughout the day until 7p.m.Unique art and crafts are available for purchase

Sunday, February 17th, musical contestants will compete in the Artist

Spotlight Competition, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. winner will receive $500.00 and an opportunity to acquire a recording contract under Genese Musical and Entertainment Group. Local gospel groups will perform throughout the day. Unique art and crafts are available for purchase. 13th Annual Black Heritage Art Show officially closes at 7 p.m.

Photo and interview opportunities are open to the media. Contact Belinda Merritt for interview request and press credentials. Please note press must RSVP no later than January 31, 2007 to receive press credentials for Jazz Soiree

Sponsors: Comcast, ABC2, Caribbean Cruises, MD Lottery, Genese Music, WEAA 88.9 FM, Noventri and E&J Gallo Wines