Culture Series – 91 We in a Dope Jam
Date and Time
Feb 27, 2025 6:00 pm
Location
Anacostia
2004 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20020
Feb 27, 2025 6:00 pm
Anacostia
By the time Backyard Band released their hit single “‘91 We in a Dope Jam “, go-go had become a defining cultural force in DC—shaping streetwear, establishing legendary performance venues, and inspiring a loyal community.
While the go-gos cranked, city officials struggled to battle a public health crisis that would record over 500 homicides by the end of the year. And when incidents of violence occurred at music venues, officials raised questions about go-go’s role in the city’s struggles.
But was go-go actually to blame, or was it a space for community and healing? Our panel of musicians, artists, and fans will complicate this question in a discussion facilitated by oral historians and DC natives Rhonda Henderson and Myron Long (The Dap Project).
Don’t miss this exploration of a deep love for go-go culture and its complex ties to the city’s joy, pain, and resilience, hosted by HumanitiesDC’s Culture Series. The night will begin with a tour of the new Go-Go museum at 6 pm and then progress to the Busboys & Poets in Anacostia for a panel discussion at 7 pm. Tickets available now!
When: February 27, 2025 • 6PM
Where: Go Go Museum & Cafe (1920 MLK Jr. Ave SE) and Busboys and Poets Anacostia (2004 MLK Ave Jr. SE)
