October 17: The Unraveling of York with Vin Shambry
📍Alberta House, 5131 NE 23rd Ave., Portland, OR 97211 | 7 p.m.
The Unraveling of York, the play, delves into the captivating story of York, the enslaved African who participated in the Lewis and Clark expedition.
Come witness snippets from the making of this groundbreaking play on October 17 at 7 PM, performed by the talented Vin Shambry and a team of professional artists.
Join us for a major talkback session with playwright Vin Shambry and Mount Tabor bust creator Todd McGrain as they delve deeper into the narrative and significance of York's story.
Before and after the show, immerse yourself in the York Art Gallery presentation, adding layers of depth to your understanding of this historical figure. Additionally, witnessed the special presentation of renaming the main hall within the historic Alberta House to YORK HALL, a fitting tribute to the legacy of York.
Let's come together to celebrate and honor the legacy of York.
About York Fest
This event is part of York Fest, a Portland Monuments Project partner event being presented by the Oregon Black Pioneers.
220 years after an enslaved man named York reached present-day Portland as part of the Lewis and Clark expedition, people from Portland and beyond will gather to celebrate his legacy at York Fest. Nine days. Six events. One community.
Please note that York Fest events will be held in different venues throughout the greater Portland area. York Fest is presented by Oregon Black Pioneers, but each festival event is created and hosted by a different artist or organization.