Special Collections & Archives is excited to participate in two upcoming events this month by sharing curated pop-up exhibits.

At Soul Sessions, visitors will have the opportunity to explore selections from SCA’s African American/Black Arts Poetry Pamphlet Collection, highlighting powerful voices and creative expression from the Black Arts Movement and beyond.

For the Chris Paul event, SCA will feature book artist Sauda Mitchell’s Lebenslauf, an intricate and thought-provoking work that centers on Paul’s ancestor, Peter Oliver, and explores themes of lineage, memory, and history. Craig Fansler, Preservation Librarian, has also created special broadsides for the Paul family.

We look forward to sharing these unique materials and engaging with the community through these special events.

Soul Sessions x Hanes After Hours: Art as Liberation

On Thursday, February 26, Hanes Art Gallery will host Soul Sessions: Art as Liberation in partnership with the Black Student Alliance and the Intercultural Center. The keynote, “Soular Child: Constructing Your Creative Playground” with multidisciplinary artist Arial Robinson will take place from 7:15-8:00 PM in Scales Fine Arts Center, Room 112, followed by activities in Hanes Art Gallery from 8:00-10:00 PM.

Arial Robinson’s keynote will explore approaches to creative practice and self-expression, with hands-on activities to follow. Attendees can make zines with Robinson, engage in an art activity led by the WFU Women’s Center, view a pop-up exhibition from ZSR Special Collections, enjoy a DJ set by Dr. Claire Crawford, and see the new exhibition, Timely Conversations. Refreshments will be served.

The event is free and open to the public! RSVP and more information here.

This program is made possible in part by Wake the Arts.

Special Screening of Chris Paul Finding Your Roots Episode

Ace Exhibition Complex Winston-Salem, NC

Sunday, Feb 22 from 3 pm to 5:30 pm EST

Free Public Screening

Join us in person for a free public screening of the Finding Your Roots episode featuring Chris Paul, followed by a special panel and reception.

After the screening, hear from members of Chris Paul’s family, PBS North Carolina staff, and local historians who helped bring this story to life. Go beyond what you see on screen with behind-the-scenes insights, historical context, and community conversation. This special screening will explore Chris Paul’s family history, including his connection to Peter Oliver (1766–1810). The event will be followed by a panel discussion and reception.

You’ll also:

• Learn about the Peter Oliver Pavilion and Gallery, a site honoring Chris Paul’s ancestor, with the Creative Corridors Coalition
• View original documents from the Moravian Archives featured in the episode and discover more about the Archives’ fascinating collections
• Enjoy a reception following the program

This event is a chance to connect history, storytelling, and community—all in one evening.

Free admission | Registration required

This is event is hosted by Creative Corridors Coalition, PBS, The Moravian Archives, The Wachovia Historical Society, and Old Salem.